Interviewing advice presumes you are directly engaging with another person or group of people in real-time, whether in-person or virtual. But in this digital age, a jobseeker’s first “interview” might be with an asynchronous video interview (AVI) program. This workshop covers the application/interview process used by artificial intelligence (AI) software and the strategies and tactics to use for increasing your chances of being selected. 

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Learn from Training Specialist and Founder of the Professional Coach Academy, Sherry Prindle, how to sharpen your interviewing skills to make the best impression and land the job. This workshop covers insights on combatting nervousness, body language best practices, and methods of influence and likeability. 

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In this edition of our workshop series, Career Strategist and HR Expert Michelle Riklan teaches us modern approaches to the craft of resume writing. Whether you’re new to the workforce and developing your first resume, or you have decades of experience that needs to be catered to specific roles, everyone needs to present a concise picture of their skills, qualifications, and professional history.

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Want to catch the eye of recruiters & employers on LinkedIn so you have a better chance of landing an interview and standing out against other job candidates? In this webinar, LinkedIn’s Samantha Ross goes over the latest tips & tricks on the best ways to use the platform during your job search.

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Meet the Middlesex County Career Counselors and Consultants to learn how to most effectively use Indeed’s search feature, to narrow the pool of job listings and pare down results to find the roles most relevant to you or your unique needs, allowing you to focus your time and effort on the job applications excite you most!

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Opportunities to introduce yourself come up every day, and it is important to be both concise and memorable. Mastering the art of crafting (and delivering) an effective elevator pitch is a skill everyone should learn. This workshop covers what is key to successfully selling yourself as a job applicant, your project proposal as an employee, or your business as a business owner, and how to express to impress in 1 minute or less! 

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This SkillUp session covers a wide array of social, technical, and communications skills to help job seekers develop relationships and make professional connections that will help them now and throughout their career.

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Dr. Geffen is a career coach, trainer, educator, and author with over thirty years of experience in such industries as finance, engineering, higher education, risk management, health, non-profit organizations, and more.  This webinar will discuss techniques to help prevent discrimination against you and/or overcome instances of prejudice throughout your job search and during the hiring process, in addition to other keys to success such as online learning, technology, research, and enthusiasm!

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There has been a lot of buzz surrounding the creation of ChatGPT, an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chatbot, acknowledging that this new technology will change the world. During our webinar with award-winning Educator and multi-industry entrepreneur “Dr. Scott” Dell, he provides information to help us understand how the tool will affect our lives professionally and personally.

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The pace of change and the nonexistent norm make us feel off-balance, burned out, and disconnected. Despite your best efforts to keep up, the pace accelerates, and the finish line moves further away. In this episode of Workforce Wednesdays, we are joined by Tabitha A. Scott, a professional public speaker and author, who teaches us how to recharge your life and spark positivity through your own limitless source of power.

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Listen to Speaker, Author, & Coach, Rita Garnto, share advice and techniques to build up your stress armor through simple self-care and a greater understanding of stress; different types, sources, symptoms, and signs. Join us as we continue to explore workplace wellness and the role it plays in our journey to success.

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Continuous learning is key to keeping a sharp mind and standing out as a job candidate, ultimately leading to success in your career. This month, we are joined by Metrix Learning’s product manager Cristine Peng as she dives into SkillUp™, an online learning platform free to Middlesex County residents that gives you access to 1,000’s of professional development courses!

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Learn how to perform a self-assessment to create an inventory of your own skills and improve your resume, cover letter, and ultimate interview pitch in this recording of the Middlesex County Office of Career Opportunity’s virtual “Transferable Skills” workshop.

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It is not uncommon for some working professionals to want to shift their career path or gain an edge over the current workforce through skill training. That’s why we have invited Career Coach Paul Cecala to walk us through various training options, eligibility requirements, and more at this month’s webinar “Upskilling For Your Next Job”. If you have found yourself in a similar situation, we encourage you to watch our webinar by clicking the link below!

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Did you know that the average starting wage after completing a Registered Apprenticeship program is $80,000 and that the median estimate of an employer’s return on investment in Registered Apprenticeship is 44.3%? Apprenticeships are a great opportunity to gain hands-on, paid experience in a field, and lead to full-time employment for 90% of apprentices! In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week we invited Department of Labor’s Daniel Correnti to talk about registered apprenticeships, necessary qualifications and requirements, and ways employers can participate in apprenticeship programs.

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Disability in the workplace is a topic often spoken of in a detached, impersonal sense, neglecting to include the voices of people with disabilities. To combat marginalization, a panel of speakers with disabilities discuss their individual experiences navigating education, the job search, the workplace, and beyond. Speakers include a former Representative in the Vermont Legislature; a Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP); an experienced career coach to the differently abled; and more!  

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The purpose of this workshop is to help dispel some myths about autism in the workplace while focusing on realities and benefits to hiring practices that are inclusive of neurodivergence – to empower employers, jobseekers, and their families when navigating the workforce. Topics include Running a Successful Business with Individuals on the Autism Spectrum, Job Preparedness, Interviewing, Disclosure, and the SCALE and NJTIP programs at Rutgers University. Presented by the MCWDB Abilities Committee.

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U.S. Department of Labor Supervisory Benefits Security Administration’s Sindy Baldayaque discusses ways that you can begin planning for a secure retirement and how you can take advantage of employer-based retirement savings plans. If you are interested in learning more about how to start setting realistic savings goals and what are some commonly faced challenges, view our webinar.

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Local Middlesex County Business Owners Vinnie Brand and Paul Schneider join our staff for a discussion about how business owners are addressing their hiring needs, challenges, and their vision for the future of their employee workforce. Learn about what they look for in potential candidates and how they approach employee retention.

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This hybrid zoom and in-person workshop will give an overview of key insights to consider before you take the plunge into entrepreneurship, including resources for developing a business plan, explaining different business structure models, an introduction to accounting for business, and advice to help you lay the groundwork for success!

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