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13 Dec Our Annual Report is now available

Posted at 14:21h in News by Charlotte Works Staff

Everything you ever wanted to know about Charlotte Works’ clients and activities in the program year that ended June 30, 2013, is available at your virtual fingertips: PY12-13 Annual Report Final - HiRes. The look back at the first year of operation as “Charlotte Works” in the...

15 Nov WIA inspires HR professional to stay in field, expand education

Posted at 16:33h in Success Story by Charlotte Works Staff

“I was thinking of changing my career as an employee relations specialist because I was burned out,” says Janice Thompson-Grant. “But the WIA allowed me to get my feet wet in human resources [HR] again. I always wanted to go back and get my master’s...

15 Nov Charlotte Works, Convergys, CPCC: A perfect partnership

Posted at 16:21h in Success Story by Charlotte Works Staff

Even before global customer service outsourcer Convergys announced a major expansion at its two Charlotte sites in February of this year, the company knew it would need equally major help in recruiting and training candidates to fill up to 1,600 jobs. Marcia Straub, economic incentives manager...

15 Nov Microsoft Training Room is open for business

Posted at 16:09h in Workshops by Charlotte Works Staff

We are excited to share that Charlotte Works officially opened our new computer lab on November 12! The Microsoft Training Room now hosts 12 computers with Internet capabilities and a printer. As we continue to design and offer new workshops, the use of technology for experiential learning...

15 Nov Healthy on the inside

Posted at 16:03h in Workshops by Charlotte Works Staff

Did you know that Charlotte Works has partnered with Novant Health to offer free monthly blood pressure and diabetes screenings? Did you know that the symptoms of these two illnesses are generally “invisible” to the person who suffers from them? Do you realize that if you’re not...

15 Nov Charlotte Works is out and about

Posted at 15:54h in Policy by Charlotte Works Staff

It’s been a busy few weeks for Charlotte Works! We’ve travelled near and far to share stories about our success with local and state elected officials and national policymakers: On October 28, president and CEO Steve Partridge attended the Charlotte City Council’s dinner meeting to educate...

15 Nov It’s Thanksgiving: Here’s a 10-step “recipe” to carving out your career

Posted at 15:44h in Job-Seeker by Charlotte Works Staff

OK, so you’ve been out of work for three to nine months – or more – and you have been/are determined to give it your all to find the role you desire. In this economy, it’s not an easy task, but it is achievable! As a...

19 Oct Workshops are our heart and soul: join us in November!

Posted at 20:15h in Workshops by Charlotte Works Staff

While all the buzz for the last few months has centered on NCWorks Online, the one-stop online resource for job-seekers and employers in North Carolina, we wanted to remind you that the heart and soul of Charlotte Works lies in human interaction: empowerment through the...

19 Oct It’s all about the connections

Posted at 20:04h in Volunteers by Charlotte Works Staff

“I’m a connector,” says Charlotte Works volunteer Miranda Hairston. “Making a connection is a high point – once I connect, something great has started.” She not only connects with clients during her near-15 hours of weekly volunteering in the Employer Engagement Center, but also with employers...

19 Oct Making sectors cool: check out our updated career paths

Posted at 19:52h in Careers by Charlotte Works Staff

Charlotte's economy is quickly recovering as employers add jobs or move operations to our area. Up until now, Charlotte has enjoyed this rapid job growth due, in part, to our ample supply of qualified workers and the amazing quality of life that we all enjoy. However,...

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