West Metro Career Seeker Highlights for August 20 - 24, 2018

Minnesota WorkForce Center - A Proud Partner of the American Job Center Network

West Metro Job  Career Highlights for August 20 - 24, 2018


LinkedIn for Job Search

LinkedIn

Use LinkedIn as a networking tool and enhance your job search! In this workshop, we demonstrate how to access the hidden job market, research employers and jobs, make the right connections, and more!

Monday, August 20 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. 

Minnesota WorkForce Center in Bloomington    Register here

 


Get Your Questions Answered - Career Coaching

Get answers and other advice about your career. 

Typically offered eight sessions per week 

10-11:30 a.m. and 2 -3:30 p.m.  

Minnesota WorkForce Center in Bloomington  

See dates here. Dates and times subject to change

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Networking Job Club with Special Guest!

MN Dli

John Stiffin from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry will discus at will employment and termination, labor law, worker shortage,  careers and registered apprenticeships. 

Minnesota WorkForce Center in Burnsville 

Register here 

Wednesday, August 22 from 9 to 11 a.m. 


How to Get LinkedIn Lucky

Catherine Byers Breet

Tired of sending messages on LinkedIn, only to hear nothing back? If LinkedIn hasn't been bringing in the interviews, then it's time for a fresh approach.

Catherine Byers Breet presents a fresh and honest look at how to find the job opportunity that's right for you. 

Minnesota WorkForce Center in Bloomington       

Tuesday, August 28 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.  

 Register here


Tom Reese Networking

Network with Tom Reese 

Discover how you can network your way to your next job through traditional networking methods and social networking sites

Minnesota WorkForce Center in Bloomington

Register here 

Wednesday, August 29 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. 


Building a Consulting Business in the Gig Economy

Landing gigs or establishing a consulting practice can help you grow professionally and generate multiple streams of income.  Consultants will share their experiences in launching and successfully maintaining their businesses.

Minnesota WorkForce Center in Bloomington                               Register here 

Thursday, August 30 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

 


CJS

 This workshop covers the basics of a successful  job search. Topics include preparing for the job search, resume strategies, networking and practice interviewing.

Minnesota WorkForce Center in Burnsville                              Register here 

Tuesday, August 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.             

 Minnesota WorkForce Center in Brooklyn Park                       Register here 

Tuesday, August 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

Minnesota WorkForce Center in Blaine                                      Register here

Wednesday and Thursday, August 22 and 23  from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  


Local Hiring Events

Minnesota WorkForce Center in Burnsville 

Wednesday, August 22 from 10 a.m. to noon                                  More information here 

Minnesota WorkForce Center in Shakopee

Thursday, August  23 from 10 a.m. to noon                                     More information here

See hiring events mn.gov/deed/jobfairs 


Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations to attend this event should contact the host WorkForce Center or DEED.CustomerService@state.mn.us within 3 days of event.