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Want a simple, powerful way to showcase your skills and story? In this hands-on session, career strategist Sara Uhlenbrock-Heath will teach you how to create a personal spotlight document—your go-to tool for networking, interviews, and…

Ready to stand out in today’s competitive job market? Join us for an engaging and practical workshop designed to help you put your best foot forward and interview with confidence.  In our session we'll explore…

Join us to explore O*NET Online, the nation's primary source of occupational information.

We'll explore how to use O*NET to research salary ranges, plan career changes, and improve your resume.

Ever wonder why your resume isn’t getting noticed? It might be the bots. In today’s digital hiring landscape, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are the gatekeepers—and it’s time you learned how to beat them. Join Dr. Nina Talley for a deep…

Organize your job search so that you're more efficient and putting your best foot forward! In this class, we'll discuss:

Looking to clarify what you truly bring to the table in your career? Join Dr. Angie Taylor, President of Taylor Career Strategies, for a transformative session that helps job seekers identify and articulate their most valuable skills.

In…

A federal resume requires a different format than a traditional business resume. Join Ken Wocher to learn the ins and outs of preparing a resume to apply for Federal jobs. He’ll also walk you through USA Jobs, the government’s website, so…

Want to get your Lean Six Sigma Black Belt? Or maybe your SHRM certification? Even a CDL license? Considering going back to school? If you are a dislocated worker receiving unemployment insurance or public assistance, you might be able to…

Selling great products is only part of building a profitable product business. Sustainable growth comes from understanding the systems and strategies that turn interest into consistent sales.

In Product Growth Lab: 4 Ways to Grow Your…

In this workshop, you will learn four strategies to improve your resume and make your resume more attractive to hiring managers.

Small business owners, entrepreneurs, and inventors learn the essentials of intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights. This session provides an overview of key concepts and the process of searching the USPTO…

Discover all the great classes you can take for free online at KCPL. 

Explore careers, expand your computer skills, and try out new techniques from the comfort of your home.

We'll cover Learning Express, Gale Courses, Creativebug,…

Learn how to use the Library's #1 business database to build a list of company prospects for your job search or business research.

Leave the class with a preliminary list of company prospects!

Do you break into a cold sweat when you hear the words "job interview?" This workshop can help you feel more confident, prepare to communicate clearly, and present your best self to a potential employer.

In this workshop you’ll learn:

Job titles don’t tell the whole story. Employers want to know how your skills translate into impact. In this session, Dr. Angie Taylor, President of Taylor Career Strategies, will help you uncover and present your transferable skills to…

If you are unsure of your next career move, discover how to set up professional meetings to explore future career options with people already working in those fields. Learn how to research potential pathways, questions to ask in meetings,…

Ever wonder why your resume isn’t getting noticed? It might be the bots. In today’s digital hiring landscape, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are the gatekeepers—and it’s time you learned how to beat them. Join Dr. Nina Talley for a deep…

If you've ever felt like you needed a refresh on how to conduct research or don't know where to start in gathering information for your job search, join us for a class focused entirely on different areas of research. From understanding what…

Learn how to compose and write effective job-hunting emails, cover letters, and PAIN letters to get yourself noticed in your job search.

Instructor: Karen Cornelissen

Looking to make a smart move in your career? Whether you're switching paths, negotiating salary, or polishing your resume, ONET Online* is your secret weapon—and Career Navigator Librarian Alisha Copley will show you how to use it.

Research…