Career Exploration, Virtual, 1.5 hours If you are unsure about your next career move this workshop is for you. The career assessment tools we offer will give you insights into new jobs and careers that would be your best fit. To sign up for a workshop go to www.connectingcolorado.com, create an account, and click on Workshops. A link to the workshop will be sent to you the day before the workshop with instructions on how to join the virtual meeting.

El taller "Superando Historias Laborales Difíciles" está diseñado para navegar el mercado laboral, especialmente para aquellos con historias laborales complejas o tóxicas, como periodos de desempleo, cambios frecuentes de trabajo o experiencias en roles que no se alinean directamente con sus aspiraciones profesionales. Este taller tiene como objetivo empoderar a los participantes con las herramientas, estrategias y la confianza necesarias para abordar y enmarcar positivamente sus historias laborales únicas en el contexto de la búsqueda de nuevas oportunidades laborales. Orientado a buscadores de empleo que desean reconfigurar su narrativa, este taller ofrece consejos prácticos, conocimientos de expertos y orientación de apoyo para convertir los obstáculos percibidos en activos. Por favor llame al (720) 926-7599 Email: cfarias-sabalo@bouldercounty.org CLICK to register

Updating and Tailoring Your Resume, Virtual workshop - 1.5 hours It is recommended that you have a clear career direction before taking this class. Learn what the current trends are in resume writing and how to tailor your resume to the position to get your resume noticed. To sign up for a workshop, go to www.connectingcolorado.com, create an account, and click on Workshops. A link to the workshop will be sent to you a day or two before the workshop with instructions on how to join the virtual meeting.

Exploring My Financial Future - Virtual, 1.5 hours Creating a vision inspires action to make change happen. In this workshop, we build a clear, exciting vision of your future financial self and learn how to utilize this vision as a guide in planning your future. We connect to a deeper, more concrete understanding of your current financial situation so you know where you’re starting on your path. Discover how & why to tap into your values when making your financial decisions. Learn ways to set and keep goals while managing the set-backs sure to happen along the way. Leave this workshop with tangible next steps and supports to bring your financial hopes and dreams to life. Click to register for Financial Workshops.

Get Strategic About Your Job Search, (Formerly "Virtual Job Search") Virtual, 1.5 hours Tap into the hidden job market and discover the importance of networking in your job search. 50% of jobs are never advertised or posted. Learn innovative ways to find the hidden jobs and get referred. To sign up for a workshop go to www.connectingcolorado.com, create an account, and click on Workshops. A link to the workshop will be sent to you the day before the workshop with instructions on how to join the virtual meeting.

Este taller les ayudará a descubrir su personalidad, sus valores e intereses para guiarlos en futuras decisiones profesionales que le permitan encontrar la carrera adecuada para usted. Registro: Connecting CO https://www.connectingcolorado.com/ Para inscribirse en un taller, por favor visite el sitio web www.connectingcolorado.com, cree una cuenta y haga clic en Talleres. El día anterior al taller recibirá un enlace con instrucciones sobre cómo unirse a la reunión virtual.

Conozca los pasos para elaborar un presupuesto que le permita organizar esos ingresos limitados. Con lo aprendido, podrá adecuarlos a sus necesidades de consumo, inversión y de ahorro. Por favor llame al (720) 926-7599 Email: cfarias-sabalo@bouldercounty.org CLICK to register

Working Remotely: Will It Work For You? 1.5 hours, virtual The pandemic has accelerated the move toward remote work. 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. To sign up for a workshop, go to www.connectingcolorado.com, create an account, and click on Workshops. A link to the workshop will be sent to you the day before the workshop with instructions on how to join the virtual meeting.

El taller "Actualización y Personalización de tu Currículum" está diseñado para ayudar a los participantes a mejorar y adaptar sus currículums a las exigencias actuales del mercado laboral. Aprenderás técnicas para destacar tus habilidades y experiencias relevantes, haciendo tu perfil más atractivo para los empleadores y aumentando tus oportunidades de éxito en la búsqueda de empleo. Por favor llame al (720) 926-7599 Email: cfarias-sabalo@bouldercounty.org CLICK to register

Interview Preparation - Virtual, 2 hours Learn how to interview successfully using a simple formula to showcase your skills and how to prepare good answers to the tough interview questions. To sign up for this workshop, go to connectingcoloroado.com, create an account and look under Workshops. A link to the workshop will be sent to you the day before the workshop with instructions on how to join the virtual meeting.

Budgeting on a Small Income 1.5 hours, Virtual When money is tight and resources are limited, creating a ‘plan for spending’ might be the last thing on your mind. Creating this plan when you’re in a low or no-income situation can actually be one of the best ways to begin to problem solve and gain control over your financial life. In this workshop, we explore the use of creative thinking and resourcefulness to build a spending plan that moves you towards greater financial stability. Learn to use tools and techniques to make a budget that works for YOU through the use of community and personal resources that help bridge financial gaps. Identify the nuts and bolts of how to track your income and expenses. Leave this workshop with clear, motivating action steps to help you gain power of your financial situation. Click to register for Financial Workshops

Overcoming Difficult Work Histories – Virtual, 1.5 hours A bad boss, a toxic workplace, getting fired, burnout… it’s not just you. Many workers have had a difficult work experience that continues to impact them and their work long after leaving that job. Learn about resources to process your experience, re-evaluate your career goals, and rebuild confidence so your next job will be a more successful experience. To sign up for a workshop go to www.connectingcolorado.com, create an account, and click on Workshops. A link to the workshop will be sent to you the day before the workshop with instructions on how to join the virtual meeting.

Capable & Confident in the Job Search Virtual, 1.5 hour Job hunting in a pandemic adds a new level of challenge. If you’re discourage and frustrated, this workshop is for you. Get re-energized for job search and build confidence for that next interview. To sign up for this workshop, go to connectingcoloroado.com, create an account and look under Workshops. A link to the workshop will be sent to you a day or two before the workshop with instructions on how to join the virtual meeting.

PLEASE READ - This CHFA approved class will help you to determine how much home you can comfortably afford, budget for the upfront and ongoing expenses of homeownership, recognize how your credit relates to home buying, understand the different mortgage financing options, learn about real estate contracts and the loan closing process and become familiar with home inspections. Classes fill up fast! - We will NOT be serving food though you are welcome to bring food and beverages as well as go out to get food from the many area restaurants. - you will receive a certificate for completing this class. You must be present for the entire class - you will need a photo ID to obtain your certificate. This is a CHFA Approved class and the certificate will meet lending and other program requirements - to be best prepared for a mortgage prequalification exercise, it is helpful to have calculated ahead of time: - gross monthly income - minimum monthly debt payments (loans, credit cards, any borrowed money that you are making payments on) If you decide not to attend after registering, please log back into your account and cancel your registration as this class can fill up […]