Career Workshops

• To sign up for a workshop, go to ConnectingColorado.com and create an account.
• Once you have an account created, Login and click on “Workshops” located in the right sidebar under “My Tool Box.”
• Then click on “Upcoming Workshops” located in the top dark blue bar next to your “My Profile.”
• Select the workshops you would like to attend and then scroll to the bottom and hit “Go.”

If you need help signing up for a workshop, please email ceinfo@bouldercounty.org or call the Boulder County Call Center at 720-776-0822 (after selecting your preferred language, select option 2 for Workforce).

We recommend taking the workshops that are relevant to you in the order in which they are listed.

• Career Exploration – Discover how your interests, personality, and values combine to lead you to the career that is right for you.
• The Ins & Outs of Job Applications — While applications may seem straight forward, there’s often more to them than meets the eye. You may be screening yourself out of a job with some common application mistakes. Learn to navigate the nuances of applications & increase your chances of landing an interview.
• Updating & Tailoring Your Resume – Learn the current trends in resume writing and how to target your resume to the position to get your resume noticed.
• Get Strategic About Your Job Search – 50% of jobs are never advertised or posted; employers prefer to hire those referred by their colleagues and coworkers. Discover the importance of networking to tap into the hidden job market and get referred into your next job.
• Capable & Confident in the Job Search – Job hunting in a pandemic adds a new level of challenge. If you’re discouraged & frustrated, this workshop is for you! Get re-energized for the job search & build confidence in the skills you have to offer your next employer.
• Overcoming Difficult Work Histories – A bad boss, toxic workplace, job loss… it’s not just you. Many people have had a difficult work experience that continues to impact them & their work long after leaving a job. Learn ways to process your experience, re-evaluate your career goals, & rebuild your confidence.
• Interview Preparation – Learn how to research a company, practice interview questions, and build your confidence! Prepare to interview successfully using a simple formula to showcase your skills and learn how to prepare strong answers to the tough interview questions.
• Negotiating Your Salary — Discover how to research a competitive salary and determine your personal pay range. Explore strategies for beginning the negotiating process and providing a counteroffer. Not sure what to say? We’ll even give you a few conversation starters.
• Future of Work – The future of work may seem uncertain, scary, or even exciting. Many jobs will change, some will disappear & others will be created. There will be AI, automation, & even robots. Learn about future of work trends & how to prepare to be a thriving part of this future workforce.
• Working Remotely: Will It Work For You? — The pandemic has accelerated the move toward remote work opportunities. Daydreaming of working from home, from the road, or from some exotic location? Discover occupations with remote work potential, the essential skills needed to thrive in remote work, and how to assess if remote work is right for you.
• Strategies for Job Seekers 50+ — This workshop will explore: myths & truths about older workers, the range of programs & training available through federally-funded workforce centers, strategies for showcasing your strengths, and how to put together a compelling resume.
• Receiving Feedback in the Workplace — Designed to elevate your skills in receiving feedback at work, this workshop will guide you through strategies to shift your mindset, turning feedback into an opportunity and a valuable tool for professional growth.