Conversaciones Saludables con sus Cobradores, Virtual, 1.5 hours En esta clase nos enfocaremos en técnicas que nos ayuden a desarrollar y afianzar nuevas destrezas en el área de la comunicación. Esto nos permitirá lograr mejores resultados en diversos ámbitos, pero especialmente en el de nuestras finanzas. 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.

Credit Reporting, Know the Facts! 1.5 hours, Virtual Credit has a huge impact on our financial well-being yet many of us are confused on how credit works. This workshop unravels the mysteries of credit. Learn how credit impacts us as consumers and how to make choices that support building your credit. Discuss Vantage and FICO credit scoring models in easy-to-understand terms. Identify how to access and interpret your credit report from a trustworthy source. Discover how to dispute inaccurate information on your credit report. Learn how to monitor your credit to ensure your finances and identify stay safe. Leave this workshop with a deepened sense of knowledge and empowerment on credit. 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.

Feeling unsure about your next career move? Curious about working for yourself? Join us for Build Your Own Path: An Informational Self-Employment Panel, a welcoming space for anyone exploring alternative career paths or wondering if self-employment might be the right fit. You’ll hear from local community members who’ve carved out their own paths through self-employment as they share their stories, insights, and lessons learned. You'll also walk away with helpful resources to support your exploration. To sign up for this workshop, go to Connecting CO and create an account and look under Events. 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.

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 Connecting Colorado and create an account and look under Events. A link to the workshop will be sent to you the day before the workshop with instructions on how to join the virtual meeting.

Estableciendo una Relación Bancaria - Virtual, 1.5 hours Conozca cómo las instituciones financieras pueden servirle como una gran herramienta para ayudarle a alcanzar sus metas financieras. Asimismo aprenderá cómo establecer, restablecer o finalizar relaciones bancarias de una manera más efectiva. 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.

Resume 101, Virtual workshop - 1 hour In this interactive one-hour workshop, participants will learn how to create a professional resume that makes a strong impression and gets noticed. We’ll cover the importance of a resume in the hiring process, explore different types of resume formats, and break down the key sections every resume should include. You’ll also gain practical tips and best practices for highlighting your skills and experience effectively, while avoiding common mistakes. 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.

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. 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.

Investing Basics, virtual, 2 hours Become familiar with savings and investment terms and products and identify new ways to save money and build and protect your assets over a lifetime. This class will help you to develop a plan to secure your financial future. 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.

Workforce Boulder County and The OUR Center are partnering to host an in-person job fair. The job fair will have a variety of employers who are excited to talk to job seekers about current positions they are hiring for. Location: The OUR Center - 220 Collyer Street, Longmont, CO 80501 For questions, please contact Samara Portis at 303-423-7098 or email to sportis@bouldercounty.org This event is a collaboration with other workforce centers across the region in the Metro Career Fair

This workshop focuses on the core skills needed to succeed in today’s evolving workplace and build long-term career growth. Participants will learn which essential skills are most valued by employers and examine current and emerging labor market trends that highlight the increasing importance of these skills. To sign up for this workshop, go to Connecting CO and create an account and look under Events. 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.

Conceptos Básicos de Inversión Virtual 1.5 hoursMediante este taller Ud. comenzará afamiliarizarse con los conceptos básicos de ahorros e inversiones y sus productos y, al mismo tiempo, le ayudará a identificar nuevas maneras de ahorrar dinero y crear activos para asegurar su futuro. 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.

Get Strategic About Your Job Search, (Formerly "Virtual Job Search") Virtual, 1.5 hoursTap 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.

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 Connecting Colorado and create an account, and click on Events. A link to the workshop will be sent to you the day 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 […]

Workforce Boulder County and The Lafayette Senior Center are partnering to host an in-person job fair. The job fair will have a variety of employers who are excited to talk to job seekers about current positions they are hiring for. Location: The Lafayette Senior Center - 103 S Iowa Ave, Lafayette, CO 80026 For questions, please contact Samara Portis at 303-423-7098 or email to sportis@bouldercounty.org

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.

In celebration of Workforce Development Month, WfBC will be hosting a public Board Meeting that will feature a World Café activity in which staff will share highlights about our services and resources. Come learn about us and how we serve our community! Location: Boulder County Southeast County Community Hub - 1755 S Public Rd, Lafayette, CO 80026

The future of work may seem uncertain, scary, even exciting. Many jobs will change, some will disappear & others will be created. There will be AI, automation, & even some robots. Learn about future of work trends & how to prepare to be a thriving part of this future workforce. To sign up for this workshop, go to Connecting CO and create an account and look under Events. 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.