In the first part of this workshop, you will learn the history and research of essential skills, resulting in the seven essentials skills that people need for work, learning, and life identified by WorkBC. We will discuss the difference between skills and core competencies and how these relate to job descriptions.  You will learn to […]

New! In this workshop you will learn the benefits of age diversity in the workplace and ways to overcome the challenges of finding meaningful employment as a mature worker.

You will participate in a variety of career planning activities in order to determine career options and feel more confident about your career decision-making process. We will discuss motivational and work environment factors and how they relate to overall job satisfaction. You will complete a prioritizing grid to determine what values are important to you […]

If you think communication is all about talking - you haven’t been listening! Communication is NOT all talk. Active listening is one of the most difficult skills to learn and yet it is one of the most essential. Why do arguments start when you thought everything was fine? How can you escape an argument before […]

Learn the basic concepts of budgeting and practical ways to manage your money each month. Understand how your spending habits affect your budget, and learn tips and tricks that will help you to find ways to stretch your dollars. Note: Please keep track of all daily spending from now until the workshop to help guide […]

To secure an interview, it's crucial to have a top-notch resume that showcases your skills and experiences effectively. This workshop is designed to assist you in creating a targeted resume that will make you stand out as a job applicant. In this workshop, you'll learn how to write an attention-grabbing HOT ZONE, target your resume […]

In this workshop, you will be introduced to the different formats for interviews and learn how to give a good first impression. Learn possible answers to commonly asked interview questions, particularly those tricky behavioral questions. Note: Please bring a copy of your resume if you have one available. Previous attendance at the Skills ID or […]

In this workshop you will learn the following: Microsoft Word Basics  Using the Internet and Email for Job Search  Android Basics  Internet Safety   

Tuesday, Jan 3rd - Discussion around job success' and barriers. Networking Opportunity Thursday, Jan 19th - Discussion around emotional intelligence

Feel more confident and empowered to make employment-related decisions.

Got a problem? If a boss or anyone else is to believe they can trust and depend on you he or she needs to know you have the ability to solve problems. There are some simple steps to enhance your problem-solving skills. Learn some very important questions to ask yourself first and then process of […]