Forsyth Works

Workforce Wednesdays
2024-09-04 10:00 - 14:00, 2024-08-28 10:00 - 14:00 UTC
What: Tabling event for employers to meet students in a high-traffic area on Forsyth Tech’s main campus

Date: Each Wednesday of the Fall & Spring semesters, beginning August 28th

Time: 10 AM – 2 PM

Location: Robert L. Strickland Center lobby

Participation Fee: $25 per visit (two visits maximum per semester). This fee will be used to buy snacks for the students, encouraging their attendance and making the event more enjoyable for everyone.

To reserve your spot(s) for Workforce Wednesdays, please visit Career Hub by Symplicity. Spaces are limited to 6 employers each Wednesday, so we encourage you to secure your spot(s) early.

Additionally, we ask that you provide as much detail as possible about your company and current job openings in your registration. This information will be shared with our students in advance, helping them to identify employers that align with their career interests.

We encourage you to participate so you can connect with our students seeking employment opportunities, showcase your organization’s brand and career/internship opportunities, and demonstrate your commitment to supporting local education and workforce development initiatives.

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Job Seeker Resource Group
2024-08-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-07-25 08:00 - 09:00 | Greater Winston-Salem Inc., 525 Vine Street Suite 240, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
Looking for a new job or changing careers can be a challenging and time-consuming experience. It requires resilience and staying optimistic. Investing time in your job search helps connect you with opportunities and shortens the amount of time it takes to land your next opportunity.

The Forsyth Works Job Seeker Resource Group is a monthly meet up with the purpose of providing job seekers support through their search and career changes. Meetings offer attendees the chance to share their experiences, network, receive advice, and learn information that will support their job search and career development.

Please note that registration information and discussions during meetings are confidential.

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Borrowing for Small Business
2024-08-15 11:30 - 13:00 | Greater Winston-Salem Inc., 525 Vine Street Suite 240, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
We invite minority and women (MWBE) business owners to join us for Borrowing for Small Business, part of the Business Success Series of workshops designed to help you gain valuable financial knowledge for your business. This interactive session will help you understand your business’s financing options and put you in the best position to get the funding your business needs.

In this course, you’ll learn why businesses borrow, where to turn for funding, and how the lending process works to get you to a smoother, smarter, and often more successful outcome. We’ll also provide valuable take-away resources to help you and your business.

Instruction is provided by Truist through their Bank on Your Success program.

Lunch is provided.

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LinkedIn Tips
2024-08-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina, Inc., 2701 University Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Randy Wooden, Director of Goodwill’s Professional Center, will share his expertise on how to create a strong LinkedIn profile that tells your story, best practices when connecting to others, and how to optimize your job search.

It’s Not Personal, It’s Business
2024-08-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Greater Winston-Salem Inc., 525 Vine Street Suite 240, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
We invite minority and women (MWBE) business owners to join us for It’s Not Business, It’s Personal, part of the Business Success Series of workshops designed to help you gain valuable financial knowledge for your business. This interactive session will help you keep your business and personal finances separate as you mark progress toward your work and life goals.

In this course, you’ll learn the whys and hows of separating your business and personal finances that can set you and your business up for success. We’ll also provide valuable take-away resources to help you and your business.

Instruction is provided by Truist through their Bank on Your Success program.

Lunch is provided.

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Business Finance Basics
2024-08-01 11:30 - 13:00 | Greater Winston-Salem Inc., 525 Vine Street Suite 240, Winston-Salem, NC, 27101, United States
We invite minority and women (MWBE) business owners to join us for Business Finance Basics, part of the Business Success Series of workshops designed to help you gain valuable financial knowledge for your business. This interactive session will show you how to build, manage, and protect your business for years to come.

In this course, you’ll learn key elements of business finance basics to manage your cash flow, explore ways to expand your business, hire employees, and understand insurance for your business. We’ll also provide valuable take-away resources to help you and your business.

Instruction is provided by Truist through their Bank on Your Success program.

Lunch is provided.

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Work Ready Credential
2024-07-30 09:00 - 2024-07-31 14:00 | Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina, Inc., 2701 University Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Developing and demonstrating employability skills can enhance career prospects, contribute to job satisfaction, and facilitate professional growth in various industries and roles. Employers value candidates who possess a strong combination of technical expertise and these essential soft skills.

Join us on July 30th and 31st to earn the GWS Work Ready Credential. This credential is comprised of 10 classroom hours of work ready curriculum including topics such as personal branding, effective communications, conflict management, professionalism, and resume writing. We will also discuss what it means to develop a career pathway in a new role or advancing with your current employer.

Job seekers will find value in the curriculum, as well as individuals who are currently employed and seeking professional development. Attendees must complete both sessions for a total of 10 hours to earn the credential which includes digital badging via Credly.

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