Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 12 – 1pm Positive thinking, or having an optimistic attitude, is the practice of focusing on the good in any given situation. “Our thoughts create our world.” ― Stephen Richards.Your journey forward starts with a positive outlook. "The Power of Positivity" workshop offers a supportive space for unemployed individuals to harness the incredible impact of a positive […]
This is a virtual workshop, please click the Zoom link below to register:zoom.us… Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 1 – 2pm Your resume and cover letter are crucial components that can set you apart from other candidates when applying for a job. This workshop will present the basics of a powerful and effective resume and cover letter. Topics […]
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 1:30 – 2:30pm Goals are what take us forward in life. They are the first step to every journey we take. In this workshop we will explain how goal setting works, why goals are important, and take home more helpful resources to get you started. Remember: "if you aim for nothing, you'll hit […]
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 9 – 11am Join Job Strategists from RochesterWorks and like-minded job seekers to Learn about a topic that can help you optimize your job search Engage in an informal discussion about job search strategies Discover new "Tips & Tricks" of job search Get advice on overcoming barriers to landing a job Ask our […]
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 10:30 – 11:30am Beyond Job Searches: Networking is your strategic tool for cultivating lasting relationships, fostering professional growth, and unlocking opportunities. It’s more than finding jobs; it’s a pivotal force propelling higher salaries and career advancement. Networking is the workout regimen your career muscle craves. Join us for an approachable journey to networking. […]
This is a virtual workshop, please click the Zoom link below to register:zoom.us… Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 11am – 12pm For many of us our career path does not take a straight line, or always go the direction we wanted. In this presentation we’ll take a moment to reflect on your path thus far and think about […]
This is a virtual workshop, please click the Zoom link below to register:zoom.us… Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 1 – 2pm The job search is stressful: that’s a fact. However, you are not alone and there is hope. Join us to learn about stress prevention and coping strategies. We will also provide relaxation techniques to combat stress from […]
This is a virtual workshop, please click the Zoom link below to register:zoom.us… Monday, December 1, 2025, 11am – 12pm Is the cost of childcare impacting your decision to start that new job or career? On average, families spend at least 10% of their income on childcare. NY is expanding eligibility to make childcare assistance available to […]
Monday, December 1, 2025, 11am – 12pm The New York State Department of Labor (NYS DOL) continues to proactively connect New Yorkers with jobs through recruitment, skill-matching, marketing, community outreach, virtual career services, a broadcast and social media campaign, and other ongoing efforts. Join this session to learn about the resources and tools that are available. For […]
Monday, December 1, 2025, 12 – 1pm This presentation will walk you through how to best navigate and prepare for a Virtual Career Fair hosted by NYS Department of Labor. This will allow you to be familiar with the site for the day of the actual event when looking at job postings, chatting with prospective employers, and […]