Let's Get to Work 2007!
a free event Friday, March 30, 2007

Registration for Let's Get to Work! is closed.

Let’s Get to Work is a day of free hands–on help for job seekers in the Blue Water Area.
The free event will help participants to find a new job path.
Participants can:

• Create a resume.
• Practice interview skills with professionals.
• Learn how to find jobs in today’s market.

Several speakers will provide tips on the often difficult task of finding employment.
A clothing drive again will be available for people to select a free business interview outfit that comes with one free dry cleaning. Free lunch will be served.

“Wow! You’ve Got What It Takes to Make It”  – Marilyn Beverly
MRB – Motivate . . . Resolve . . . Believe.
Change your perspective by building a bridge to your success – you’ve got what it takes to build a better tomorrow.

Panel Presentation – Where are the Jobs?

• Dr. Marv Pichla - Executive Director for Thumb Area MiWorks!
• Macomb/St. Clair MiWorks!
• Michelle Mueller, Dean of Workforce Training and University Center

“Resume Workshop” – Wendolyn Willison, Professor, Computer and Office Technology Department, SC4
A team is ready to help you create or polish your resume.  You’ll leave with your own resume portfolio with professional paper and electronic files.

“Eating for Energy and Attitude!” – Dr. Kerrie Saunders, MS, LLP, PhD.
Discover the foods that can help you find your focus, curb cravings and maintain a vital, glowing and healthful appearance! In this fun and fast-paced discussion, we will also discuss practical advice on how to make the switch to a cutting-edge, health-promoting food and fitness plan.

HR Panel Presentation – Ask the Experts about Interviewing Techniques
Human resource managers have gathered for you.  Come to ask questions and to discuss some “do’s” and “don’ts” when interviewing.

• Val Henderson – Human Resources Director, Nu-Wool
• Ken Lord, J.D. – Vice President of Human Resources and Labor Relations, SC4
• Deb Seifert – Director of Human Resources, Mercy Hospital
  

Managing the Stress of Unemployment
Triumph over the emotional pitfalls of unemployment. This seminar will discuss the causes of stress, explore the stages of job loss and grief, provide stress reduction strategies and develop coping strategies for success.

• Tangie Christmas, MA, LLPC, SC4 Professor
• Anne Penn, MA, LLPC, NCC, Blue Water Center for Christian Counseling and Bridge Builders Counseling