Personal computer skills are amazing to have. Learn how to apply your personal computer skills in order to adapt to organizational and business computer usage. Tackle using two monitors and learning keyboard shortcuts. Get an overview of the most popular Microsoft 365 apps for business use. Even learn email etiquette and how to add a custom signature to every email you send.
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Building Resilience – Virtual
Getting laid off is a blow to the system. How do we get back up and move forward? We’ll do some exercises, reflection, and reframing to assess what happened and how to pick up the pieces. Join MassHire Metro North online to learn about the different types of resilience and ways to build each of them.
Accomplishment Statement-In Person
You have experience but what’s the right experience? How do you convey applicable experience on your resume, cover letter and during the job interview? Join us in-person as we examine a powerful tool of job search: The Accomplishment Statement!
Microsoft Excel – In Person
Microsoft Excel is a great tool for collecting, managing, and organizing data. In this workshop, start from scratch and learn Excel beginning with the basics. Develop the skills necessary to feel comfortable opening Excel, starting a workbook, editing, saving your file, and even learn some basic functions to get you started.
Avoiding Job Search Scams-Online
Job search scams are surging, and AI is making them harder to detect. This workshop teaches job seekers how to identify fake postings, recognize phishing tactics, protect personal and financial information, and respond if targeted. Leave with practical stragegies to navigate today’s job market safely and confidently.
Resume Basics – In Person
Join this in person workshop to learn the basics of resumes. What are the types? Dos and don’ts, how long they should be and how far back in time to go.
Salary Negotiation – In Person
How do you answer the salary question? What if their offer is just too low? Join us for an inperson workshop on strategizing that salary discussion. Together, we’ll cover Accomplishment Statements, Deflection Statements, Job Offer Analysis and more!
Career Assessment – In Person
The next move in your career must be aligned with your skills, accomplishments, values and interests…But how do you find those opportunities? Join us for an in-person workshop in the computer lab as we examine the impactful online resource that is mynextmove.org!
Basic Computer Skills 2 – In Person
Having general knowledge about computers is a great start! In this class, enhance your skills by diving deeper into computer knowledge. Get more familiar with the keyboard, learn to print, and develop a better understanding of that mess of cords that flows out of the back of your computer. Most importantly, learn to protect yourself with computer safety.
LinkedIn Basics – Virtual
LinkedIn is an integral part of your job search on par with your resume. This workshop will demonstrate how to build your professional profile, to search for and apply for jobs on LinkedIn, and to make connections on this powerful social media platform. We will “show and tell”, and you will follow the steps to create an impactful LinkedIn presence.