December Workshops at the Pikes Peak Workforce Center

Colorado Springs, CO – The Pikes Peak Workforce Center encourages job seekers to learn new job search tips and techniques by attending one of its December workshops or networking groups. There is no charge to attend, but attendees must register with Connecting Colorado, the state job search database. (www.connectingcolorado.com).

Please note that PPWFC will be close at noon on Wednesday, December 23 and will be closed all day on Thursday December 24 and Friday December 25, 2009 in observance of the Christmas holiday. PPWFC will also be closed on Thursday December 31, 2009 and January 1, 2010 in observance of New Year’s Day.

NETWORK GROUPS: Ongoing job search and support on trends and leads!

· Job Search Group: Mondays, 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon. No registration required.

· 50+ Job Seekers Group: Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. to 12 noon. No registration required. PPWFC will be closed December 24, 25, 31 and January 1.

· Veterans: Regular sessions on December 1 and 8 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.; Federal Job Search workshop on December 16 or 23, check website for times. Register online at www.ppwfc.org for Veterans sessions.

Live Orientation: Overview of PPWFC services with Q&A

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 or 10:30 a.m. No registration required. PPWFC will be closed December 24, 25, 31 and January 1.

Online Job Search and Basic Resume

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon

Beginners will learn how to write a resume, complete online job applications and set up a free email account. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome. PPWFC will be closed December 24, 25, 31 and January 1.

Managing Stress

Tuesdays, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.

Learn tips and techniques for dealing with stress. No registration required. Walk-ins welcome.

Job Shop: Interview Skills and Network Techniques

Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon.

Learn to mine and network for leads; prepare to interview, negotiate salary and more! Register online at www.ppwfc.org or call 719.667.3790.


Résumé ‘Righting!’ – Résumé and Portfolio Design

Mondays, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesdays, 10:00a.m. to 12 noon. No registration required.

Resumes often are a report of past accomplishments when they should be an advertisement of future potential. Job seekers who are over or under-qualified struggle with how best to present themselves. Attendees will learn the latest trends in resume design and content. No registration necessary, but please arrive on time.

There is no charge to attend these workshops; however, registration is required for most. Register at www.ppwfc.org, click on the workshops under Employment and Careers or call 667-3790. All workshops are held at the main office, 2306 East Pikes Peak Avenue, Colorado Springs, 80909.

About PPWFC

The Pikes Peak Workforce Center supports business and promotes employment by providing connecting employers and job seekers. PPWFC helps businesses solve their workforce-related business problems and helps residents with career transition. More information about the Pikes Peak Workforce Center can be found online at www.ppwfc.org.