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March 3, 2021, 9:00 AM - March 30, 2021, 3:00 PM @ These workshops are held on a virtual platform - not in person
Loudoun Workforce Workshop Highlights March 20212021-03-03T09:00:00Workshops are offered via the GoToMeeting platform, except where noted in the workshop description. Having both camera and microphone capabilities on your device will enhance your workshop experience. Workshops are not conducted in-person.
These workshops are held on a virtual platform - not in personLeesburgVA20175 Workshops are offered via the GoToMeeting platform, except where noted in the workshop description. Having both camera and microphone capabilities on your device will enhance your workshop experience. Workshops are not conducted in-person.
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March 9, 2021, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
A resume and cover letter are your written marketing tools to make an impact on a potential employer. Writing a quality resume and cover letter begins with a compelling, targeted summary of your employment objective, skills and experiences. Learn the essentials of writing your resume and cover letter so that you stand a better chance of getting noticed by hiring managers. The goal is to make your materials so appealing that the reader wants to meet you!
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March 9, 2021, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform
Join us for a moderated, lively online discussion with experienced Human Resources professionals. Get insights on the ins and outs of interviews. Ask your questions and learn from the experts.
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March 10, 2021, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
This two (2) day, basic level workshop serves as an introduction for those who
have little to no experience using the software. Topics covered include An Overview of the Excel
Functions, Opening, Creating, Formatting, Saving, and Editing Workbooks, Moving & Copying Cells, and
Positioning Cell Data.
Pre-requisites: You must have some ability to type and use a mouse.
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March 10, 2021, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
MS Word – The Basics: This two (2) half day, basic-level workshop serves as an introduction to MS Word for those who have little to no experience using the software. Topics covered include: Opening MS Word on a PC, Saving Documents, Navigating the Toolbars and tabs, Formatting a Document, Inserting and
Adding Objects, Creating a Table and Printing Documents.
Pre-requisites: You must have some ability to type and use a mouse.
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March 11, 2021, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
This two (2) day, basic level workshop serves as an introduction for those who
have little to no experience using the software. Topics covered include An Overview of the Excel
Functions, Opening, Creating, Formatting, Saving, and Editing Workbooks, Moving & Copying Cells, and
Positioning Cell Data.
Pre-requisites: You must have some ability to type and use a mouse.
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March 11, 2021, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
MS Word – The Basics: This two (2) half day, basic-level workshop serves as an introduction to MS Word for those who have little to no experience using the software. Topics covered include: Opening MS Word on a PC, Saving Documents, Navigating the Toolbars and tabs, Formatting a Document, Inserting and
Adding Objects, Creating a Table and Printing Documents.
Pre-requisites: You must have some ability to type and use a mouse.
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March 12, 2021, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
In this workshop, we’ll look at ways you can make a
positive, long lasting impression on hiring managers so that all candidates for the job can be equitably
assessed by the only real criteria that matters --“Who is the best candidate for the job?”
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March 16, 2021, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
This workshop is for those who are targeting their résumé and cover
letter toward a particular job opening, profession or specific employment sector.
Pre-Requisites: You must be working with an Employment or VIEW counselor and have the ability to
type using MS Word and/or have your résumé in MS Word in electronic form. You must have some
ability to type and use a mouse
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March 17, 2021, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
Are you using social media to your advantage? This workshop is geared for those who have established a LinkedIn account but don't know how to utilize its options. We will walk you through the steps to create your LinkedIn profile and show you how to access those tabs that can supercharge your job search and networking efforts.
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March 17, 2021, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
Are you new to the world of virtual
communication? If so, this workshop highlights the basics of joining two commonly used virtual
platforms, GoToMeeting and Zoom. Learn how to check your settings, camera and microphone. Practice
with the presenters and get more comfortable using these virtual platforms.
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March 18, 2021, 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM @ This workship is held on a virtual platform.
The Mock Interview is a 60 minute individual session to help you
prepare and strategize for future interviews. Primarily, behavioral-based interview questions will be
presented and you will be asked to respond as you would in a real interview. The Mock Interview will be
conducted via the GoToMeeting platform. You must have both camera and microphone capabilities on
your device. For all confirmed appointments, the Training Coordinator will email the GoToMeeting link
to the email address that you registered with. At the appointment time, you must access that link.
During the GoToMeeting Mock Interview, you will be recorded and be given constructive feedback on
your interviewing style and how you responded to the questions. After the session, the recorded
interview link will be sent to the email that you registered with.
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March 24, 2021, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
This two (2) half day, advanced level workshop serves as a continuation of more
complex Excel topics for those who have completed the MS Excel – The Basics workshop at the LWRC in
the past 6 months or have successfully completed an assessment with WRC staff.
Pre-requisites: You must have some ability to type and use a mouse. You must have attended the MS
Excel – The Basics workshop at the LWRC within the past 6 months, or have successfully completed the
IBM Kenexa ProveIt! Microsoft Excel 2016 assessment with a passing score of 70%. The Microsoft Excel
2016 - Normal User test is designed to test clerical level users of Excel who are required to edit, develop,
and create Excel Workbooks. This test assesses the user's ability to create and develop a basic Excel
workbook, including the most commonly used commands for formatting cells, navigation through the
application, using formulas, and changing the overall appearance of the spreadsheet.
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March 24, 2021, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
: This two (2) half day, basic level workshop serves as an introduction to MS
PowerPoint for those who have little to no experience using the software. Topics covered include:
Navigating the Toolbar, Formatting Slides, Inserting & Adding Objects, and Printing Options.
Pre-requisites: You must have some ability to type and use a mouse
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March 25, 2021, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
Ever seen a job that looked too good to be true? Is it real or is it a scam? In this workshop, you’ll learn about some tell-tell signs to help you identify deceiving job postings and get some insider information on how the Human Resources recruitment process works.
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March 25, 2021, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
This two (2) half day, advanced level workshop serves as a continuation of more
complex Excel topics for those who have completed the MS Excel – The Basics workshop at the LWRC in
the past 6 months or have successfully completed an assessment with WRC staff.
Pre-requisites: You must have some ability to type and use a mouse. You must have attended the MS
Excel – The Basics workshop at the LWRC within the past 6 months, or have successfully completed the
IBM Kenexa ProveIt! Microsoft Excel 2016 assessment with a passing score of 70%. The Microsoft Excel
2016 - Normal User test is designed to test clerical level users of Excel who are required to edit, develop,
and create Excel Workbooks. This test assesses the user's ability to create and develop a basic Excel
workbook, including the most commonly used commands for formatting cells, navigation through the
application, using formulas, and changing the overall appearance of the spreadsheet.
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March 25, 2021, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
This two (2) half day, basic level workshop serves as an introduction to MS
PowerPoint for those who have little to no experience using the software. Topics covered include:
Navigating the Toolbar, Formatting Slides, Inserting & Adding Objects, and Printing Options.
Pre-requisites: You must have some ability to type and use a mouse
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March 30, 2021, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
LinkedIn Profile Check Up: This 30 minute individual session is a review of your LinkedIn profile,
conducted via phone consultation. This session is designed for people who are experienced
professionals or those who have attended Navigating LinkedIn for new Users. The time will be spent
evaluating the strength of your LinkedIn profile content and offering suggestions to optimize it.
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March 30, 2021, 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
A-Z of what you need to know about the interview process. Get a better understanding of what to expect during the interview and learn how to:
identify your transferable skills...and
highlight your skills and achievements through story telling
This two half-day boot camp workshop will help you put it all together and prepare you to be more successful in your future interviews.
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March 31, 2021, 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM @ This workshop is held on a virtual platform.
A-Z of what you need to know about the interview process. Get a better understanding of what to expect during the interview and learn how to:
identify your transferable skills...and
highlight your skills and achievements through story telling
This two half-day boot camp workshop will help you put it all together and prepare you to be more successful in your future interviews.
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