Larry trains on more than 300 topics. This list features some of the most requested workshops.Click here for the list of training topics. If you do not see what you need, please contact Larry to see if he trains on that subject. Larry trains onsite, by telephone or by webinar.

Not every site that lists jobs is the best match for every job seeker. This list includes a brief summary of the limits and strengths of the various sites which will help people determine if a site is worth their time. A very helpful resource to be sure!

One of the most common pieces of advice people in workforce development say to job seekers is “Do what you love.” This thought provoking article points out how framing work in that way can lead to burnout and other problems for people. Even if you don’t completely agree with the article, you will find plenty of food for thought in it that may influence how you talk to people about work.

While job search websites will be helpful to a lot of people, the reality is that a significant number of jobs will never show up on these websites. Experts disagree about how big the hidden job market is, but it is often overlooked by job seekers which is a huge mistake. Check out this article and help your job seekers get the job that other people are missing! 

Clair Minson is a very well respected workforce development consultant and trainer with a focus on improving diversity, equity and inclusion. Her website is filled with helpful reports and articles on this topic. Click here to go to the website.

Some of the most depressing aspects of job search are the loneliness and the sense of isolation people experience. These two factors can easily undermine job search motivation. This article on Job Search Clubs has helpful information about how these clubs can help people stay motivated. 

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If you work in any of these areas and would like to see a list of webinars that I provide on that topic, just send me an email.

This new study demonstrates how early influences in people’s lives influence vocational direction. It is important that people in workforce development help the people we serve understand the often hidden forces that are at work pushing them in a particular vocational direction. This article includes a video that has been seen millions of times. Click here for the article and video.

Upgrade your resume work with job seekers with this wide array of tips from an award winning resume writer. Click here for the list.

It seems like every day a new report comes out about the changing nature of work. But many of these reports do not connect what the changing nature of work means for programs serving low income populations. That is the focus of this report. Click here for the report. 

Anyone that helps people get jobs, careers, training or an education should be familiar with this information packed resource. Some of your job seekers will find it helpful as well. Click here for the handbook.

This guide is filled with helpful information about how to take your work with employers to higher levels where they are not just using your services, but are now deeply engaged partners working in ways that transform your organization and the business. Click here for the guide.