January 2021 E-Newsletter |
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Upcoming Chamber Events
Please join us ...
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Thursday, January 7
8:30 - 10:00 am
Join us via Zoom
Healthcare Network Group Meeting
If your business is associated with the healthcare industry please join us as this group will share information & education, pass referrals and help promote the overall well-being of healthcare related businesses within our Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce.
Currently hosted as virtual events, we will resume rotating to different group member locations each month when we are able.
Presenter: Nancy McDaniel of Formula For Fitness
Topic: New Year, New Fitness Routines
Find out how to get an effective, quick workout at home, without equipment - you don't need an hour, 10 minutes done right is valuable!
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Tuesday, January 12
9:00 - 10:00 am
Join us via Zoom
Young Professionals Group Monthly Event
LACC's Young Professionals Group gears up for 2021 with an educational virtual breakfast-time talk designed to help you get your mind in gear to blast through the stresses of life!
Hosted by Viewpoint Psychology & Wellness' Nikki O'Donnell, MA, we will explore "Life Hacks for Stress Management".
Grab your favorite breakfast and beverage, wear the stress-free outfit of your choice and join us via Zoom!
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Monday, January 18
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Join us via Zoom
Multi-Chamber EOS® Working Group
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Join this newly formed group made up of Novi and Lakes Area Chambers members, who meet monthly with professional EOS® Implementer™ Richard Price of 2elate to share their EOS® knowledge and to learn more. It's open to current EOS® users and those interested in learning more about EOS®.
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Thursday, January 21
8:30 - 9:30 am
Join us via Zoom
3rd Thursday Virtual Coffee Connect
Join us virtually as we kick off our 2021 Coffee Connects - fast, fun, FREE morning mixers!
Learn more about the host business and perhaps meet your next customer before you even get to work ...
Our host is Mary Kay Independent Business Owner, Kathe Cameron, who will share insights on Zoom meeting etiquette - Tips and best practices for online video conference meetings!
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Monday, January 25
8:30 - 9:30 am
Join us via Zoom
for the first Education Event of 2021 !
Presenter: Christine Allyson of Christal Clear Consulting
Topic: Make 2021 Your Best Year Ever Using the Power of Your Mind
to Achieve Your Goals
2020 created a “Wave of Change” – Let’s use 2021 to ride this wave of change and get back up on our feet!
Change is the only constant in life. There has never been a greater need to navigate change than right now – so how do we do it successfully? 90% of how and what we do is done ‘automatically’. How do we ensure we are most effective with the 10% of the time we are consciously choosing? Hypnosis is about aligning the 10% of what we do consciously with the 90% of what we do subconsciously or ‘automatically’.
Join us to learn about tools to put the power of 100% of our mind to work for us, both in and out of change.
Christine Allyson C.Ht. is a Life Coach, author of “So You Want to Make a Change?” certified hypnotherapist and speaker with over 30 years’ experience as an expert on change and navigating life’s transitions.
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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Wednesday, January 27
10:00 - 11:00 am
Join us via Zoom
Ambassador Meeting - Open to the curious prospective Ambassador!
See more details about this group and register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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We remained mostly virtual during the month of December but have offered numerous opportunities to connect to network, educate and support one another both personally and professionally. |
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DECEMBER 3 - HEALTHCARE NETWORK GROUP MEETING
Presenters Randall Hutchinson and Yarden Blumstein provided an overview of Friendship Circle and the UMatter Program.
UMatter is a program focused on empowering teens to shatter the stigmas surrounding mental health challenges and suicide. It operates within the Friendship Circle family and is led by Teen Director Rabbi Yarden Blumstein. After recognizing a need for a larger discussion about mental health in the Detroit community, Friendship Circle created a teen advisory board to work on projects that would go on to create an atmosphere of inclusion within the community.
Thanks for sharing and thanks to everyone who participated this morning. We encourage you to be kind to one another and check in with teens, friends, co-workers, neighbors, etc. during this time so that people know you care!
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DECEMBER 3 - PPE TOOLKIT DELIVERIES
PPE Toolkits include: 1 Gallon of Hand Sanitizer, disposable and reusable face masks, gloves, signage and a touchless thermometer.
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DECEMBER 4 - 1ST FRIDAY COFFEE CONNECT HOSTED BY SECTOR 7 LLC
Our thanks to Elisha VanBuren and Ben Lightner from Sector 7 LLC for presenting at our 1st Friday Coffee Connect.
Great information about your IT Services and your new IT App. Kudos to our membership for remaining engaged and committed to supporting one another. Your attendance and interaction with each other is amazing! We appreciate YOU!
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DECEMBER 8 - TOOLKIT DISTRIBUTION
Membership Manager Pam Coffey dropped off a Covid Toolkit to Puppy Pirates Dog Camp. They're open for business and happy to take care of your pups. |
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DECEMBER 17 - 3RD THURSDAY COFFEE CONNECT featuring UGLY HOLIDAY SWEATERS! |
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The 3rd Thursday Virtual Coffee Connect / Ugly Sweater Contest was soooo much fun! Thanks to everyone who joined us and especially those folks rockin' their best worst sweater.
We encourage you to purchase restaurant gift cards too - they're always a great gift PLUS you're supporting one of our member eateries.
Huge thanks to Mark Einhaus of Media Hero for the awesome photos 👍
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DECEMBER 18 - PPE TOOLKIT DISTRIBUTION
We've got a few more available ... let us know if your business needs one too!
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Lynn Lipman
Monat Global and
Getting Healthy with CBD Oil / Hempworx
248.765.8941
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It has been my honor and privilege to serve as a Board Member of the LACC for the last year. Over the year I have had the good fortune of getting to know my fellow board members and the amazing professional staff at the LACC office. I have and continue to be an Ambassador. In 2019 it was my good fortune to have been chosen as Ambassador of the Year. The Chamber has afforded me the opportunity to connect and network with the wide array of local of businesses and members of the Chamber as well as gaining exposure for my business in the community.
In addition to being a Board Member and an Ambassador, I belong to two of our Chamber’s unique referral LABAT groups (Lakes Area Business Alliance Teams). This has afforded me additional opportunities to create new business relationships, to educate members about my unique products and companies, and to develop invaluable friendships.
Previous to the start of my entrepreneurial life I taught elementary and special education in Oak Park for over 21 years. In addition to my bachelor degree (MSU) and master’s degree (Wayne State) I have a Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership from Oakland University. I’ve been married to Sander (Sandy) for 24 years and have two fabulous step-daughters, Brooke and Alexa. I am also the very proud Lynnie (Grandmother) of 10-year-old Maya.
I joined the Lakes Area Chamber and a LABAT Group in March 2016 with an earlier business that boomed thanks to the Chamber. Another fabulous opportunity opened up in January 2018 and I began my career with MONAT GLOBAL. MONAT is a full line of hair care products for all ages, genders and hair care needs with a holistic approach. MONAT’s products also address the 11 signs of aging hair including thinness, brittleness, breakage and loss of hair density.
In late August 2018 another amazing opportunity presented itself. I was introduced to CBD oil by my physician who suggested I try CBD in place of the “serious” pain medications I was taking due to a life changing accident she had while teaching in 1994. CBD successfully replaced my pharmaceuticals as of October 2018. CBD is a form of cannabis but contains only 3% THC (Healthy without the high). I began selling the HEMPWORX products I use daily. HEMPWORX is a subsidiary of MY DAILY CHOICE, which also sells Daily Sprays, the go-to vitamin spray to help your body get what it needs throughout the day, and Mantra essential oils and scents. Both of my businesses are fabulous, lucrative network marketing opportunities for those who are interested.
In October 2020 I had an “incident” that I am successfully recovering from and I want to thank my Chamber family and friends who have reached out to me with fabulous referrals and support. This is why I belong to this uniquely amazing Chamber. God bless and Happy New Year to all!
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Our Newest Chamber Members |
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Bluewater Technologies Group, Inc.
Scott Schoeneberger - 248.356.4399
Wixom 48393
CorsoCare
Jennifer Matschikowski - 248.438.1503
Milford 48381
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LIV Oxygen Bar
Kristin Norman - 586.404.3632
Commerce Twp 48390
M/I Homes
Tracy Shinneman - 313.407.7293
Bloomfield Hills 48302
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2 Moms & A Mop
Kim Galbraith - 248.714.5742
Member Since 2017
AFC-Holcroft LLC
Jeffrey Taylor - 248.624.8191
Member Since 2019
Beacon Hill Golf Club
& Banquet Facility
Jerry Domeneck - 248.684.2200
Member Since 2002
BEMER Group
Jacki Smith - 248.891.6908
Member Since 2019
Blind Depot
Lane Hoberman - 248.683.3768
Member Since 1999
Carol Wagner
Associate Member - 248.787.2997
Member Since 2007
CNS Healthcare
Cara Johnson - 248.745.4900
Member Since 2017
Commerce Comfort Care
Sara Schafer - 248.896.1400
Member Since 2020
Community Financial Credit Union
Alex Hansen - 734.453.1200
Member Since 2019
Dunn Financial Services Corporation
Dawn Conn - 248.538.9644
Member Since 2020
Firestone Complete Auto Care
James Riley - 248.596.0320
Member Since 2019
Five Points of Hope
Erin Welsh - 248.496.8499
Member Since 2019
Flagstar Bank
Keena Hadash - 248.363.0849
Member Since 2005
Haang's Bistro
Ka Yang - 248.926.1100
Member Since 2014
Harbor House Publishers, Inc.
Michelle Cortright - 231.582.2814
Member Since 2016
Kar Kraft Collision Center
Mike Kasabasic - 248.669.7800
Member Since 2011
Keller Williams - Deborah Falzon
Deb Falzon - 248.563.9217
Member Since 2018
Kentucky Fried Chicken /
Lucky Dining Inc.
Glen Flewelling - 734.476.2917
Member Since 2017
Knights of Technology, LLC
Eric Lipshaw - 248.215.0895
Member Since 2016
Marcucci Construction
Tom Marcucci - 248.486.5900
Member Since 2008
Melaleuca
Jill Wagenberg - 248.736.2919
Member Since 2019
Metro Detroit Asource
Larry Ribits - 231.537.3330
Member Since 2010
MiAbilities, Inc.
Bear Hall - 248.685.0050
Member Since 2018
Michael Lynn - IT Consultant
248.909.7882
Member Since 2017
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Michigan Irish Dance Academy
Amanda Atkinson - 248.207.5994
Member Since 2019
Michigan Schools &
Government Credit Union
Marjorie Rieckhoff - 586.263.8800 x321
Member Since 2019
Multi-Lakes Conservation Association
Dave Fisher - 248.363.9109
Member Since 2008
Nichols Financial, Inc.
Michael Zurek - 248.684.2274
Member Since 2019
Open Arms Hospice
Lidia Clemente - 248.516.3978
Member Since 2019
Plymouth Physical Therapy Specialists
Jeffrey Sirabian - 248.926.5826
Member Since 1996
Premier Printing and Graphics
Brad Savino - 248.924.3213
Member Since 2019
Puppy Pirates Dog Camp
Kathryn Chipman - 248.618.3898
Member Since 2018
Quality Affordable Health Insurance
Dave Pickering - 248.682.1598
Member Since 1994
R & R Ventures Inc.
Cheryll Retherford - 248.684.4334
Member Since 2006
Rader Electric Company, Inc.
Sheldon Rader - 248.438.6100
Member Since 2011
RE/MAX Eclipse The Wright Team
Lindsay Baylis - 248.599.3124
Member Since 2019
Spike Lawrence Inc.
Gary Imhoff - 248.677.7707
Member Since 2017
St. Matthew Lutheran Church
Lorrie Wonfor - 248.624.7676
Member Since 2010
State Senator Jim Runestad
Jim Runestad - 517.373.1758
Member Since 2017
Sunrise of West Bloomfield
Kimberly Todd - 248.738.8101
Member Since 2019
TCF Bank
Marie Warner - 248.848.9030
Member Since 1995
Teriyaki Madness
Matt Jones - 734.892.6850
Member Since 2019
THV, Inc.
Bear Hall - 248.769.2768
Member Since 2018
UBS Financial Services
Mark Steinberg - 248.932.8061
Member Since 2001
Walled Lake Collision
Jack Gray - 248.624.4547
Member Since 1990
Webfox Marketing LLC
George Sinanis - 248.722.5822
Member Since 2016
Wonderland Lanes
Dave Hochstein - 248.363.7131
Member Since 1997
Zigo & Associates
Daniel Zigo - 248.360.6400
Member Since 2016
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Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' December 18th Gatherings and Face Mask Order
through January 15th
This order takes effect on December 21, 2020 at 12:01 AM, at which time the December 7, 2020, order entitled Gatherings and Face Mask Order is rescinded. This order remains in effect through January 15, 2021 at 11:59 PM. Persons with suggestions and concerns are invited to submit their comments via email to [email protected].
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Hungry?
Our local member restaurants need your support ... pick up something yummy to go!
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There are SO MANY terrific Community Organizations
we are proud to call Lakes Area Chamber members!
The need is great and many of them could use your
continued support through various types of contributions
and volunteer efforts.
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PROTECT YOURSELF ...
and KEEP YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM FUNCTIONING AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL!
Activate Immune Complex is scientifically formulated
to help your body defend itself.
Contact Jill Wagenberg today to learn more - 248-736-2919
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MSGCU Awards 17 Local Businesses $1,000 Grants
Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) is pleased to announce the winners of their Give the Gift of Local giveaway and grant more than $18,500 to local small businesses and their patrons.
As the backbone of our communities, small businesses deserve our support more now than ever this holiday season. The credit union encourages members and the community to keep small businesses in their shopping plans into the new year.
“More than 2,000 nominations from members and team members show just how much love is out there for small businesses in Metro Detroit,” said Ann Jones, MSGCU Vice President of Marketing and Business Development. “It is heartwarming to know that so many of us are making small businesses part of our holiday shopping plans this year.”
Among the winning local businesses who will receive $1,000 from MSGCU is our own Trail’s Edge Café, nominated by MSGCU team member Marjorie. Stop by this fun, snazzy coffee shop located at 49348 Pontiac Trail in Wixom for a beverage and snack and to congratulate owners Shelby Carolan and Courtney McLean!
Read about all the winning business and why each was nominated at msgcu.org/local.
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New Member Offer
At Sam’s Club, we realize that in today’s environment it may not be advisable to hold live membership drives with your employees at your physical location. Therefore, we have been authorized to provide you with the special new member offer below that you can give to your employees as a special benefit. This offer should be distributed through company channels and is only good for employees of your company.
· Instant Savings offer is loaded onto new membership account within 72 hours of membership activation and is valid for 60 days.
· Offer must be redeemed in one single transaction in a club location and on a register.
· Offer cannot be used on SamsClub.com, with Scan & Go or with Club Pickup.
· Offer ends January 31, 2021. Exclusions apply, see website for details.
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Chamber member Rolling Hills is a newly-built independent living retirement community in Commerce Township - ready to get rolling with the right Sales & Marketing Consultant!
If that role fits you or someone you know:
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Rolling Hills Retirement Community
3300 Crumb Road
Commerce Twp, MI 48390
531.207.5465
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Roger Findley, President
Just Right Heating & Cooling, Inc.
6650 Highland Rd, Ste. 223
Waterford, MI 48327
Tel: 248-889-0789
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Just Right Heating & Cooling is looking for a full time HVAC installer with 5+ years experience.
Top pay to the right candidate.
Contact Roger for more information or to apply for the position!
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Lakes Electric is a rapidly growing residential and commercial electrical contractor in Livingston County, Michigan. Our dedication to excellence coupled with our commitment to strategic problem solving have allowed us to stand out as one of the area’s local preferred electrical companies.
Job Role: Our Licensed Electrician/Project Manager will be responsible for managing electrical projects and ensuring that the projects fall within budget, meet required timelines and hold up to Lakes Electric stringent requirements for quality. The Project Manager acts as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries and troubleshooting on a day to day basis while maintaining a high level of customer service.
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Workplace DiSC - Build a Better Workplace
Our next virtual session begins on January 5th, 2021.
Ready to take communication to the next level for yourself or your team? Workplace DiSC is a virtual training, offering employees at all levels the ability to build more productive and effective relationships at work. Participants will take a deep dive into discovering their own DiSC style, distinguishing the differences of other styles, and navigating the challenges and opportunities in relationships. With personalized insights and actionable strategies, participants will learn how to flex with other communication styles and improve engagement, collaboration, and overall morale of your organization.
Workplace DiSC Includes:
- 6 hours of live training and application
- 23-page in-depth DiSC Assessment
- Extended learning opportunities with our interactive learning portal that gives participants unlimited access to on-demand insights about DiSC and strategies for applying DiSC to real work situations
- Personal Action Plan - a specific and measurable plan to improve self-awareness and workplace relationships
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Purpose-Driven Leadership Training
Our next virtual session begins on January 6th, 2021.
Over the last five years hundreds of leaders have participated and been transformed through our most in-depth leadership program, Purpose-Driven Leadership Training. This leadership training program has been designed for new and seasoned leaders to help them bring out the best in the people they lead. This training program focuses on "turning the mirror" on leaders to recognize that their leadership has the greatest influence on those they lead and directly impacts engagement and retention. This training is NOT an event, but a catalyst for continuous development. There are six 4-hour training sessions which focus on learning, developing, and applying new leadership skills (24 training hours).
Key topics include:
- Developing Trust
- Communication and DiSC Styles
- Emotional Intelligence
- Giving Feedback and Difficult Conversations
- Coaching Conversations
- Situational Leadership
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Supervisor Boot Camp
Our next virtual session begins on January 7th, 2021.
Do you have front-line leaders working in a manufacturing or industrial setting? If so, Supervisor Boot Camp is the perfect leadership training for them. Specifically designed for leaders in industrial settings, this training boot camp provides the practical tools, tips, and techniques necessary for your front line management to thrive in the day-to-day battle of front line leadership. This high energy course is delivered over four 4-hour virtual sessions (16 training hours).
Key topics include:
- Mechanics of Management
- Transition for Co-worker to Manager
- Financial Literacy and the Impact of Waste
- Communication: Emails, Meetings, Goals
- Daily Production Planning
- Before and After Action Reviews
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Tentative Can Release: Thursday, 12/31
ONLY FOOLS RUSSIAN
Russian Imperial Stout
Only Fools Russian is a blood warming Russian Imperial Stout that is roasty with notes of dark chocolate, dark fruit, and liquorice.
- 10% abv
- $19 a 4pk online
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Drafting Table Beer News
We are open for outdoor seating and to-go sales. Indoor seating is still closed until further notice. Please note - Our business hours may change during this difficult time, so always visit our website and check Facebook prior to heading to the brewery for a beer. Thank you for your patience!
We have tables set up around our building that are first come, first served.
We only book up to 7 days in advance.
Guests are still allowed inside to place orders, pay for their tab, and use the restroom.
Drafting Table Brewing Company - 49438 Pontiac Trail, Wixom MI 48393
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Attention, Restaurant Owners!
Do you need to add online ordering to your operation?
Chamber member Ever Studios can help - and they have a special "3 Months Free" offer for you, especially during these challenging times ...
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The Chamber is working on
scheduling our 2021 First Friday
and Third Thursday Coffee
Connects ...
Through winter and late spring we are planning for virtual Zoom "mixers"; warmer weather and Covid-19 status will dictate when folks are comfortable about resuming in-person coffees.
We will be reaching out to those who wanted to host a coffee in 2020 and could not ... we are also asking all our members if you would like to host a Zoom coffee during the first half of the year, please email Michele at [email protected] to book a date. Zoom coffees are fun too - PJs, bunny slippers, the beverage and snack of your choice ... and our hosts still get time to present what they want to share about their business while the guests get the round-robin "who they are and what they do" .... it's a WIN-WIN nice way to start a morning!
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Oakland County Michigan Works! Expands Free, Virtual Workshop Program for Job Seekers
Oakland County Michigan Works! is expanding its free virtual workshop program through March 2021 and includes a new workshop entitled “Presenting a Professional Image.”
The virtual workshops began last spring after the county’s six Michigan Works! service centers were closed to the public due to COVID-19 concerns. Nearly 1,000 people participated in the live, online sessions covering various career development and job search topics.
A key to a successful career move is exhibiting a professional image, no matter the type of position, said Tamara Myles, talent development specialist at Oakland County Michigan Works! Waterford and presenter of the newest virtual workshop.
“Your professional image projects your character and determines others’ impression of you,” Myles said. “While there are plenty of resources to teach you how to dress for success, that is only part of the story in managing your professional image. In this workshop, you’ll learn to exude your best qualities.”
Workshop topics include:
- Resume and Cover Letter Writing: Opening the Door to Employment
- Virtual Interviewing: Making a Great Impression
- The Language of LinkedIn: Using the Popular Career Tool the Right Way
- Changing Careers: New Opportunities, New Future
- Mid-Life Career Transitions: Switching Careers and Flourishing in Today’s Economy
- Personal Brand: Building and Maintaining a Successful Marketing Strategy for You!
- Presenting a Professional Image: Appearance, Communication and Performance
- Career Vision Board: Showcasing Your Interests, Skills and Goals
- Gig Jobs: Exploring Non-Traditional Employment Opportunities
Oakland County Michigan Works! operates service centers in Novi, Oak Park, Pontiac, Southfield, Troy and Waterford. Combined, they assist more than 105,000 job seekers annually. Services include career coaching, interviewing and job search workshops, placement assistance, training courses and job trend information.
The service centers also assist more than 3,000 employers seeking assistance with talent recruitment, apprenticeship programs, job fairs, candidate pre-screening, hiring and training support, layoff support and labor market data.
Service center staffs remain available by virtual appointment to work one-on-one with job seekers to build their resumes, prepare for job interviews and help address other needs. To schedule a virtual meeting, call 1-248-858-5520 and select the office nearest to you.
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Does your business or organization need more PPE?
The chamber can help!
We still have about 30 of the popular "Reopening Toolkits" from Oakland County left to share with our local businesses and organizations ... Let us know if you would like one and we will arrange it with you!
Kits include: hand sanitizer, reusable masks, disposable masks, signage and a touchless thermometer.
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Ambassadors are conducting outreach to statewide businesses to offer education and support to implement regulations on workplace safety.
In addition to tier-one education which provides a brief consultation, businesses can now visit the COVID-19 workplace safety website to schedule tier-two consultations, an in-depth assessment of workplace safety requirements, with NSF International. These in-depth, collaborative meetings will connect employers directly with an Ambassador to identify and implement solutions in their specific workplace free of charge to the business. Tier-two visits are targeted to these at-risk industries: retail stores, restaurants and gyms.
Businesses that successfully complete tier-two visits will soon receive official signage to acknowledge COVID-19 workplace safety commitments and efforts to keep customers and employees safe.
Ambassadors are delivering education toolkits to businesses statewide as part of tier-one efforts for the Ambassador program. The toolkit enables a review of current workplace safety and health procedures to limit the risk of COVID-19 transmission. Ambassadors will not propose citations or issue penalties. They are there to work with businesses to improve conditions and help comply with regulations on workplace safety.
Employers and employees with specific questions regarding workplace safety and health may contact MIOSHA using the hotline at 855-SAFEC19 (855-723-3219).
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305 N. Pontiac Trail, Ste. A
Walled Lake 48390
Phone: 248.624.2826
Fax: 248.624.2892
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