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July Workshops

Join us for our upcoming seminar:


The Road Back to Work
When: Wednesday, July 29th, 6:15-8:15pm
Where: Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 16th Street S., Arlington, VA 22204
Cost: $45 – pre-registration only

If you have been out of the workforce for an extended period of time, this seminar will help you to understand the current job market and steps you can take to help you become a competitive job seeker.

You will learn to identify your skills, market yourself to today’s employers, and create a workable career plan. Opportunities for training, volunteer work, and temporary employment as roads back to work will be discussed.

To register for the workshop, please contact Susanne Maurer at Susanne@washingtoncareerservices.com or 703-725-5068 or click here to get to our home page: www.dccareerservices.com

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Published: May 27, 2009
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June Workshop

Washington Career Services Presenting @
Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center
401 North Washington Street, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850-1703
PHONE: 240-777-8300 | TTY: 301-279-1034 | FAX: 301-279-1318
Email: cfw@montgomerycountymd.gov
http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/apps/CFWworkshop/index.cfm
fees vary for each workshop please check the cfw website


SURVIVING AND THRIVING DURING JOB LOSS
Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
1 session. Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign in before the workshop.

Losing a job can be a devastating personal crisis that can include the loss of -

* income and a sense of security
* self-esteem
* daily routine
* purposeful activity

Like any other challenging event, job loss can present an opportunity for growth. Dedication and diligence are required to successfully navigate this transition. In this workshop, you can learn how to manage stress and anxiety due to job loss, identify new opportunities and thrive during times of change.

Fee: $30.00

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April Workshop

Washington Career Services Presenting @
Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center
401 North Washington Street, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850-1703
PHONE: 240-777-8300 | TTY: 301-279-1034 | FAX: 301-279-1318
Email: cfw@montgomerycountymd.gov
http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/apps/CFWworkshop/index.cfm
fees vary for each workshop please check the cfw website


MYERS-BRIGGS TYPE INDICATOR
Tuesday, April 21, 2009, 6:00PM - 9:00PM

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is the most trusted and widely used assessment for learning about personality characteristics.

This powerful tool can help you to improve work and personal relationships by understanding how your preferences impact your career and personal life. You will also identify your own unique personality type and become aware of how different personality types relate to each other.

Registration fee: $50.00

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