Join us for workshops that support job seekers and small businesses. Develop useful skills, strategies, resources and learn how to improve your job search or strengthen business practices.
Résumé Writing Workshops
Creating an effective résumé can help you land the job you've always wanted. Learn how to use a résumé to show a potential employer your value. Topics covered include formatting, styles, common mistakes, do's and don'ts, and more. Presented by Dakota County CareerForce Center. Registration required. Geared for adults.
Zoom virtual events
Wednesday, Feb. 9, 3–4:30 p.m. Register now.
Wednesday, March 9, 3–4:30 p.m. Register now.
Wednesday, April 13, 3–4:30 p.m. Register now.
Strategies for Job Seekers
Discover ways to stay focused, organized and realistic when seeking new employment. Learn practical tips for resume writing, networking, managing your online profiles, interviewing and more. Presented by Executive Recruiter Rob Lovinger of Calliope Search and Consulting. Registration required. Sponsored by MELSA.
Zoom virtual event
Thursday, Jan. 20, 3–4 p.m. Register now.
Virtual Interview Skills
Discover ways to stand out from the crowd during your next virtual job interview. Get practical tips for setting up your space, answering interview questions and avoiding common mistakes. Presented by Dakota County CareerForce Center. Registration required. Geared for adults.
Zoom virtual events
Wednesday, Jan. 26, 3–4:30 p.m. Register now.
Wednesday, Feb. 23, 3–4:30 p.m. Register now.
Wednesday, March 23, 3–4:30 p.m. Register now.
Wednesday, April 27, 3–4:30 p.m. Register now.
Microsoft Word
Learn the basic features of Microsoft Word, a word processing program. Create a document using many of the software features. Learn to format, set margins and save your document. Registration required.
Robert Trail Library
Wednesday, Feb. 2, 6–7:30 p.m. Register now.
Microsoft Excel
Learn the basics of Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software through the example of a family budget. Registration required.
Robert Trail Library
Wednesday, Feb. 9, 6–7:30 p.m. Register now.
Microsoft Publisher
Create signs, business cards, greeting cards and more using the desktop publishing program Microsoft Publisher. Registration required.
Robert Trail Library
Wednesday, Feb. 16, 6–7:30 p.m. Register now.
Setting up a Small Business and Website
Learn how to register a business name with the state and create an effective website to get your business noticed by consumers. Presented by Keer Keer Creative. Registration required. Sponsored by MELSA.
Zoom virtual event
Wednesday, April 6, 6–7 p.m. Register now.
Search Engine Optimization
Learn how to make your website discoverable online when your potential customers are searching in Google. Presented by Keer Keer. Registration required. Sponsored by MELSA.
Zoom virtual event
Wednesday, April 14, 6–7 p.m. Register now.