Workforce Wednesdays Professional Development Series
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Thanks to the generosity of the Greater Washington Workforce Development Collaborative, the DC Jobs Council will be offering – free of charge – a Professional Development Series for entry-level and front-line workforce development professionals. Following is a schedule of presentations; for a printable schedule, please click here.
NEXT WORKFORCE WEDNESDAY
Wednesday, July 27, 2011, 10 am-12 pm
Building Relationships With Employers
Location TBA
POLICIES:
Pre-registration is required. If you wish to receive an invitation, please email Marina Streznewski at mstreznewski@wowonline.org. As the event is limited to 25 people, spaces will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. You will receive an email confirming your registration at least two business days prior to the event if you are among the first 25 respondents.
FUTURE WORKFORCE WEDNESDAYS (topics subject to change)
September 28 |
October 28 |
PAST WORKFORCE WEDNESDAYS
Wednesday, September 23
Building Relationships with Employers
Wednesday, October 21
Job Development Strategies: How to Identify Quality Jobs and Prepare Clients for Them
NotesWednesday, November 18
Overcoming Barriers At Work and Beyond (Part I addressed challenges faced by returning offenders, the chronically unemployed, and clients with limited or no work history.)
NotesWednesday, December 16
Making the Best Impression: Teaching Interview Skills & Resume Writing
NotesWednesday, January 20, 2010
Workforce Readiness: Teaching “Soft” Skills
NotesWednesday, February 24, 2010
Keeping the Job: Retention Strategies
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Using Online Resources to Help Your Clients
NotesWednesday, April 21, 2010
One Size Does Not Fit All: Developing and Using Individualized Employment Plans
Notes
PowerPoint PresentationWednesday, June 23, 2010
Overcoming Barriers At Work and Beyond (Part II addressed challenges faced by those with disabilities, physical and mental health concerns, and substance abuse issues.)
Notes
HandoutsWednesday, July 21, 2010
Building Relationships With Employers
Learn directly from local employers what they really want from their employees – and how you can best position your program and your clients to meet employer needs.
NotesWednesday, October 27, 2010
Making the Best Impression: Teaching Interview Skills & Resume Writing
NotesWednesday, January 19, 2011
WORKFORCE WEDNESDAY SPECIAL EVENT: ADVOCACY TRAINING DAY
Presentations:
Who's Who in DC Workforce Development
DC Budget Process Explained
Assessing the District's Budget
Strategic Advocacy Planning
Social Media in AdvocacyWednesday, January 26, 2011
Building Relationships with Employers
NotesWednesday, March 23, 2011
Job Development Strategies: How to Identify Quality Jobs & Prepare Clients for Them
Notes
Video - Mike Shannon, Hensel PhelpsWednesday, May 25, 2011
Overcoming Barriers At Work & Beyond
If you have questions about the Workforce Wednesdays Professional Development Series, please feel free to email Marina Streznewski at mstreznewski@wowonline.org.