Please share: Various Employment readiness workshops in McHenry County, IL: LET ME KNOW IF YOU NEED MORE INFO! Veterans Assistance Resume Critique & Mock Interview — at McHenry County Workforce Center in Woodstock Tuesdays from 9 - 11 a.m. One-on-one support with your job search tools For most military veterans, the transition from the military into a civilian job can be challenging! We are pleased to announce a new addition to our services, offered by Dennis Nix, who brings a background in both civilian and military life to his new role. Dennis will focus on coaching military veterans with their resumes and interviewing skills. Contact Dennis by emailing him at mcwndtn@gmail to schedule an appointment. RESUME/PORTFOLIO/INTERVIEW SEMINAR Tuesday, Aug. 6 and Tuesday, Aug. 20 9:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Resume - Learn what information belongs in your resume. Topics include the difference between a chronological and functional resume, cover letter writing, and how to email a resume. Portfolio - Learn how to develop a portfolio and showcase it in an interview. Interview Basics - Learn the fundamentals of interview preparation. Discover how to research companies, dress for the interview, manage body language, and handle tough questions plus negotiate salary and do effective follow up. Future Dates: 9/3, 9/17 Career Workshops and Services Seminars/Workshops are available to all job seekers and are free of charge. Seminars are NOT considered “training” by IDES. To reserve your space in a seminar or workshop call 815-338-7100, ext. 203 or send an email to: workforcecenterRR@yahoo RESUME CRITIQUE/MOCK INTERVIEWS Personalized Job Search Assistance Services With a Business Professional How to Sign Up—Send an email directly to the person of your choice to arrange an appointment. RESUME CRITIQUE — 30 minute sessions Julie Baldwin 1st and 3rd Wednesdays @ 1:30, 2, 2:30 or 3 p.m. Email: mcwnjhb@hotmail Jim Pacholski 2nd and 4th Wednesdays @ 10, 10:30, 11 or 11:30 a.m. Email: [email protected] MOCK INTERVIEW — 60 minute sessions Bonnie Zotos 1st and 3rd Wednesdays @ 10, 11, Noon Email: [email protected] Dan Jahrke 1st and 3rd Thursdays @ 11, 12 or 1 p.m. Email: mcwnjahrke@outlook CAREER PLANNING WORKSHOP Thursday, Aug. 15, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Effective career planning basics will offer “direction” for your future and help you prepare for changes in the workplace. Learn about online resources such as Illinois workNet to find occupations related to your skills, interests and values. Future Date: 9/19 NEW TORQ SYSTEM WORKSHOP Wednesday, Aug. 21, 10 - 11 a.m. Learn how to use this web-based resource to take your job search to the next level. Find career options related to your experience by matching your skill set to those needed for new opportunities. Then use several leading job databases to find openings in these new areas. Future Date: 9/4 from 1 to 2 p.m. BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS SEMINAR Wednesday, Aug. 21, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. A hands-on workshop for people with little experience in using a computer. INTERMEDIATE EXCEL 2007 Monday, Aug. 12, 10 a.m. - Noon BASIC POWERPOINT Monday, Aug. 19, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Future Dates Not Available at Time of Publication EFFECTIVE PRESENTATION SKILLS Monday, Aug. 19, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Learn the techniques of effective presentation skills and how they can be used in prepared or impromptu situations. Practice the presentation skills and see how they enhance your interviewing skills. NETWORK TO SUCCESS JOB CLUB 2nd & 4th Wednesday — 1p.m. to 4 p.m. Shah Center 4100 W. Shamrock Lane (Off Route #31) in McHenry WEDNESDAY, Aug. 14, 2013 Professional Image and First Impression So what kind of “first impression” do you make during an interview or with your friends and family? Are you good at building relationships? Are you calm and collective when you get outside your “comfort zone”? Attend this session and learn some great people skills to be the best you can be! Lisa Raupp, Senior Sales Director, Mary Kay Cosmetics WEDNESDAY, Aug. 28, 2013 Retirement Plan Fundamentals Learn how you can proactively handle your money. Discover strategies for choosing an ap-propriate retirement plan distribution method and rolling funds into an IRA for continued tax deferral. Get a better understanding of retirement plan distribution rules. You will receive a work-book to help you assess your current situation and help you make sound financial decisions.
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