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Building Accessible Workplaces Through Innovation
2025-10-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Accessible by design. Inclusive by intent. Better for everyone. Join us for a dynamic virtual event spotlighting organizations, individuals, and research institutions that are advancing neuroinclusion in the workplace through innovative programs, tools, and resources. In alignment with DEAM’s 2025 theme, “Celebrating Value and Talent,” this webinar brings together an incredible panel of leaders in neuroinclusion. You will hear from: Ludmilla Praslova, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP – our keynote speaker – Professor of Industrial-Organizational Psychology at Vanguard University, Author of “The Canary Code”, and regularly writes for Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, Psychology Today, Forbes, and Specialisterne. Everway (panelist) – An innovative software company breaking down barriers for neurodivergent employees with the use of technology and AI. ND Connect (panelist) – A virtual community built by neurodivergent people for neurodivergent people seeking mentorships, social connections, and more. Frist Center for Autism & Innovation (panelist) – Sharing the latest research and project development of SANDI, a state-of-the-art adaptive driving simulator for neurodiverse adolescents and adults, building confidence for real-world driving while advancing research on how technology and AI can remove transportation barriers for job seekers. Open Collaboration for Cognitive Accessibility (panelist) – A project designed to support businesses to build more inclusive, accessible employment contracts. Dave Thompson (panelist) – A Neuroinclusive Workplace Strategist & Author, a strategist and innovator who helps organizations better support and leverage neurodivergent talent and a two-time TEDx presenter. Whether you’re just beginning your neuroinclusion journey or leading mature initiatives, this session offers practical insights and resources to help you build more accessible, productive, and human-centered work environments.

Job Search & Networking
2025-10-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Virtual
Get ready to land your dream job and make valuable connections at our Job Search & Networking event!

Chart Your Start on a New Job [Online Workshop]
2025-10-16 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Taking an active role in your orientation as a new employee makes sense in today’s competitive work environment. Not only is it practical, it shows that you have initiative and self-direction, which are both seen as key qualities by employers.

Learn why the first 90 days on a new job are critically important.
Learn how to take an active role in your orientation.
Learn how to ask questions and gather information while on the job.
Learn how to chart your progress with specific actions steps.
Learn how to make yourself a more productive member on your new job.
Identify to consider before your first day of work.
Learn what to avoid in the first 90 days on a new job.
Learn how to best ask for feedback from the supervisor.
Learn how to prepare for a performance review and impress your supervisor.
Learn to accept positive and negative feedback in a performance review.

This workshop is part of a larger series of workshops designed to help you get a job and keep it! To learn more about the services we provide and to register for other workshops, please visit our website HERE

Interview-Ready: Virtual Workshop for Winning Resumes & Job Search Success
2025-10-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Interview-Ready: Virtual Workshop for Winning Resumes & Job Search Success
Get ready to ace your next job interview with our virtual workshop! Join us online for expert tips on crafting winning resumes and mastering your job search strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event will equip you with the tools you need to stand out in today’s competitive job market. Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your career prospects – sign up now!

Back to Work Blueprint: Create Your Plan to Re-enter the Workforce (Online)
2025-10-21 14:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
If you’ve taken time away from the workforce, you’re not alone — and you’re not starting over. In this short, focused session, we’ll walk you through the basics of getting back on track with your job search.Learn how to highlight your strengths, tackle career gap questions with confidence, and access free tools to make the process easier.You’ll leave with a clear action plan to get moving
What You’ll Learn:

How to reframe your career gap as growth, not failure
Quick updates to refresh your resume and LinkedIn
Easy ways to rebuild your network
How to answer “What have you been doing?” in interviews
Free tools like Jobscan and LinkedIn Learning to help you upskill and apply smarter
Next Steps You Can Take Now: Actionable advice to jumpstart your career return.

Who Should Attend:

Individuals ready to reenter the workforce after a career break.
Parents or caregivers returning to their professional careers.
Professionals seeking to rebuild confidence and prepare for new opportunities.
Anyone looking for practical strategies to relaunch their career with a clear plan.

Free Workshop | Resume Hacks with AI: Faster, Smarter Job Search
2025-10-21 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
Struggling to get an interview? Your resume doesn’t need a total overhaul—it needs smart, strategic tailoring.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to customize your resume for the jobs you actually want and how to use AI tools to make the process faster and smarter. You’ll get n insights into what stands out, plus practical strategies to speed up your job search.
🔍 What You’ll Learn:

How to align your resume with job postings using keywords + formatting
AI tools (like ChatGPT and Gemini) that can support your applications
Tips on what to keep, what to cut, and how to showcase your strengths
Resume tailoring strategies specific to early career job seekers

🎯 Who Should Attend:

Recent grads applying to jobs this fall/winter
First-gen professionals who want a competitive edge in their search
Anyone stuck or overwhelmed by resume writing

This is part of Ready, Set, Future! A Career Exploration Series by COOP Careers. Learn more about our free programs that prepare grads for upwardly mobile roles in digital marketing, data, and business.

How to Relaunch Your Career With a Returnship
2025-10-22 11:00 - 11:30
Have you been out of the workforce for 1-2 years or more and are nervous about reentering? Returnships also referred to as “micro internships” or “career reentry programs” may be a good option for you to add new experience at the top of your resume, while having support, guidance, and mentorship in an environment that welcomes people with career breaks.
A returnship is usually a paid 10-12 week adult internship program that is aimed at providing an opportunity for individuals to sharpen their skills in a work environment that may have changed significantly since they were last in the workforce. Attend this webinar to learn more!

Global Best Buddies NDEAM Event
2025-10-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Creating the Conditions: Building Inclusive Opportunities for All
Join us this October as we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month highlighting how inclusive cultures are built with intention, empathy, and collective action. NDEAM reminds us of the indispensable role that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) play in our workplaces and communities. While we spotlight the power of inclusion during October, our commitment extends year-round to weaving accessibility, opportunity, and belonging into every day.
2025 Event Highlights
Join us for an inspiring storyteller showcase hosted by Stephanie Rothey, Director of National Partnerships. This year’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month broadcast is centered on the power of lived experience and the impact of personal storytelling. Through four unique perspectives, we will illustrate how individuals and organizations alike are creating the conditions for inclusive employment.
By taking a 360-degree approach, this year’s program shines a light on the many voices that shape inclusive workplaces. From the employees building confidence and skills, to the managers championing opportunity, to the colleagues, families, and support systems that surround them, each story demonstrates that inclusion does not happen by accident; it is the result of intentional action and shared responsibility.
Together, these perspectives form a powerful narrative of what is possible when everyone plays a role in creating cultures of opportunity and belonging. This showcase is not only a celebration of achievement but also a call to action, reminding us that the conditions for inclusion are built through connection, collaboration, and commitment at every level
Please contact Stephanie Rothey with any questions: StephanieRothey@bestbuddies.org.

National Disability Employment Awareness Month Webinar
2025-10-22 14:00 - 15:30 | Virtual
NDEAM – Strategies to Success: Celebrating Value and Talent of Employees who are DeafBlind, Blind, or have Low Vision
As we celebrate the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, there has never been a more important time to recognize and amplify the extraordinary value and talent that employees who are DeafBlind, blind, or have low vision bring to today’s workforce. This year’s Department of Labor theme, “Celebrating Value and Talent,” perfectly aligns with our mission to showcase both the capabilities of individuals within our community and the concrete strategies that lead to their workplace success.
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, forward-thinking employers are discovering what we’ve long known: when workplaces are designed around individual talents and strengths, everyone thrives. Employees who are DeafBlind, blind, or have low vision bring unique problem-solving approaches, innovative thinking, and specialized skills that drive business success and foster more inclusive, creative work environments.
This interactive webinar goes beyond inspiration to deliver practical, actionable strategies that make a real difference. Whether you’re a vocational rehabilitation counselor seeking effective approaches for your clients, an employer ready to tap into underutilized talent, or an individual navigating your own career journey, you’ll leave with specific tools and insights you can implement immediately.
This year, we’re proud to feature an exceptional and diverse group of panelists from our community—individuals who bring varied perspectives from their career journeys and professional experiences. You’ll hear insights and practical approaches that provide valuable strategies for recognizing, nurturing, and celebrating talent in the workplace.

Youth Series: Interview Tips N' Tricks
2025-10-22 18:00 - 18:30, 2025-11-05 18:00 - 18:30 | Virtual
Get ready to ace your next interview! Join us every other Wednesday from 4:00 to 4:30 PM for this introductory session, perfect for students aged 16-24. We’ll cover everything you need to know to make a great first impression, handle tough questions with confidence, and avoid common mistakes. Don’t miss out—sign up today and get the tips you need to stand out in your next interview!

LinkedIn for Impact: Visibility, Alignment & Real-World Connections
2025-10-22 19:30 - 20:30 | Virtual
✨LinkedIn for Impact: Visibility, Alignment & Real-World Connections✨A visibility workshop for purpose-driven professionals who want to show up without selling outLet’s face it—LinkedIn can feel like a land of buzzwords, cold pitches, and corporate flexing. But it doesn’t have to be.LinkedIn for Impact invites you to reclaim this powerful platform in a way that’s rooted in who you are, not who you think you have to be.This trauma-informed, hands-on workshop will guide you through auditing your profile, clarifying your voice, and building strategic visibility that attracts aligned opportunities, not just job offers.You’ll walk away with:✅ A magnetic, values-aligned profile you actually feel proud of✅ Low-lift habits to build credibility and connection✅ Tools to shift from a job-seeker mindset to a movement-maker mindsetThis isn’t about playing the game. It’s about rewriting the rules on your terms

Building a Strong Personal Brand
2025-10-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
You don’t need a perfect elevator pitch or a polished persona. What matters most is knowing how to talk about your strengths in a way that feels true to you. If writing about yourself feels awkward, or if you’re not sure how to talk about your experience in a way that feels real, this session’s for you.

Dream Job, Tough Market: How to Stand Out & Get Hired
2025-10-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Job searching feels harder than ever right now, but that doesn’t mean your dream job is out of reach. In this 1-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to get clear on your next steps, build a job search strategy that actually works, and identify real ways to make your application stand out. We’ll cover how to avoid the most common job search mistakes and give you the clarity, direction, and momentum you need to land a job that truly fits your life. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just ready for something better — this workshop is for you.

Interviewing Beyond the Basics (Hybrid at College Avenue and on Zoom)
2025-10-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
In this workshop you will learn:

What to expect from an interview
How to answer behavior-based questions
How to communicate your competencies with confidence
Addressing difficult questions

Please note: This workshop is being offered both on Zoom and at the RochesterWorks Career Center at 100 College Ave., Suite 200, so you can choose how to attend it.
RochesterWorks is an equal opportunity program. Auxiliary aids and services are available to individuals with disabilities by calling 585-258-3500, TTY 800-662-1220.

5 Secrets to Writing a Resume That Get You Hired
2025-10-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
It’s a competitive job market right now with more talent than ever on the market due to layoffs, AI, and economic uncertainty. Your resume is crucial—it’s the key to getting your foot in the door. Without a compelling document that highlights your successes, skills, and impact, you risk being overlooked and will not get into the interview stage. No longer can you submit an unformatted document and hope to get a call back.
Join us for an engaging webinar on mastering the art and science of resume writing. This session will empower you to create a resume that not only stands out but also positions you for your top job as you enter the job market.
Here’s what you’ll learn:

Understanding the Resume’s Purpose: Your resume is your first impression on potential employers. Learn how to leverage this document effectively to showcase your skills, experiences, and achievements in a way that captivates recruiters from the get-go.
The Secrets to Powerful Storytelling: In a sea of resumes, building trust sets you apart. Discover why quantifying your achievements and emphasizing results is crucial for grabbing attention and demonstrating your value to prospective employers.
Strategic Resume Ordering: The order of information on your resume can make or break your chances of success. We’ll guide you through the optimal structure, ensuring that your resume flows seamlessly and highlights your most impressive credentials.
Content Do’s and Don’ts: Navigate the fine line between informative and overwhelming. Understand what key information to include and what to leave out to ensure that your resume is concise, relevant, and compelling.
Harnessing AI in Resume Writing: Artificial Intelligence has revolutionized the job market, but how can it enhance your resume-writing process? Explore where AI tools can be beneficial and when human touch is indispensable for crafting a personalized, impactful resume.
How to Optimize the Effectiveness of Your Resume: We’ll cover strategies on how to get past the bots and a measurement system to gauge its success.

Don’t let a lackluster resume hinder your career aspirations. This webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to craft a standout resume that opens doors to numerous opportunities. Register now to take your first step towards career success!
You’ll also learn how you can put that resume to use with Callings.ai, an AI platform for job seekers. Get a 30 day free trial at www.callings.ai/albert.

Back to the Future: How to Relaunch Your Career After a Break
2025-10-29 11:00 - 11:45 | Virtual
Have you taken a career break and are now ready to get back to work? Career breaks happen for a variety of reasons, such as caregiving, continuing education, a layoff, or just simply taking time off for yourself.
Relaunching your career after a break can be daunting, but FlexJobs is here to help! In this engaging webinar, our career experts will explore strategies and guidance for those who have taken a career break and are eager to re-enter the workforce. Learn how to navigate the job market, update your resume, rebuild your network and gain confidence in your interviewing skills to make a successful transition back to your career!

Job Transition and What it Means to You
2025-10-29 13:00 - 15:00
Going through a job transition and need some tips on how to navigate it? We will cover the phases of a job transition, self-care tips, grieving your previous role, and more!
RochesterWorks is an equal opportunity program. Auxiliary aids and services are available to individuals with disabilities by calling 585-258-3500, TTY 800-662-1220.

Supporting Neurodivergent Employees: Neuroinclusion at Work
2025-10-29 15:45 - 16:35 | Virtual
Many workplaces are designed for neurotypical people. This can make it harder for autistic and neurodivergent employees to feel supported, included, and understood.
Managers and teams often don’t get the training or tools they need to work effectively with neurodivergent employees. Differences in communication, social interaction, or sensory needs are sometimes misunderstood as poor performance or lack of professionalism. Fear, uncertainty, and rigid workplace norms can create unintentional barriers.
This session is designed for employers, managers, and teams who want to better support autistic and neurodivergent colleagues. We’ll keep the discussion simple, clear, and focused on what matters most. Together, we’ll talk about:

Understanding neurodiversity — how different brains work and why that’s a strength

Common challenges — why misunderstandings happen between managers, coworkers, and neurodivergent employees

Disclosure and accommodations — how to create safe spaces and offer support without pressure

Building inclusive teams — reducing social isolation and supporting positive relationships

Practical steps to take — what managers and organizations can do right now to improve inclusion

By learning to recognize and support neurodivergent employees, you help create a workplace where everyone can succeed, and where people can bring their strengths to the table without hiding who they are.

AI-Powered Interview Prep: Ace Your Next Job Interview
2025-10-30 14:00 - 14:45 | Virtual
It’s important to set yourself up for success by thoroughly preparing for job interviews, particularly in today’s competitive job market. This webinar will demonstrate how AI tools can drastically improve your interview preparation efforts and give you the strategies you need to increase your chances of success. Learn how to leverage AI to research companies, fully understand job descriptions, anticipate common and role-specific questions, improve your storytelling abilities, and boost your confidence before your next job interview.

Understanding Applicant Tracking Systems
2025-11-04 14:00 - 14:45 | Virtual
Recruiters and human resource managers can get bogged down in the process of reviewing resumes for open positions. To help with the screening process, many employers today are using an applicant tracking system (ATS) more than ever before.
As a job seeker, you have to keep ATS in mind when writing resumes that will get you hired. Join this 45-minute webinar to learn how to make ATS work for you! Register now!

How to Search for Remote Jobs That Fit You
2025-11-05 11:00 - 11:45 | Virtual
Wondering how to take back some control in your job search and find remote jobs that are a good fit for you? FlexJobs is here to help! Join this webinar to learn actionable tips and tricks for finding remote jobs that fit you.
There are many parts of a job search that feel out of your control, but there are things you can do to take the lead and get results. We’ll show you a better way to search for remote jobs.

BroadFutures Virtual Workshop Interest Form
2025-11-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
If you’d like to participate in any of the Fall virtual workshops listed below, please fill out this form. Only those who intend to attend should complete this form.

Workshop #1: LinkedIn Workshop
Wednesday, November 5th @ 6 PM – 7PM EST

Workshop #2: Resume & Interview Bootcamp
Thursday, November 20th @ 6 PM – 7PM EST

Workshop #3: Craft Your Pitch
Wednesday, December 3rd @ 6 PM – 7PM EST

Using AI for Job Search & Resume Support
2025-11-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual
This workshop will demonstrate how employers use AI throughout hiring, and how to respond strategically. We’ll break down applicant tracking systems, resume filters, and screening algorithms so you understand what they reward and what they miss. You’ll rewrite your resume and cover letter to be scannable, keyword-aligned, and human-impressive, emphasizing outcomes, metrics, and transferable skills. We’ll use AI to simulate interviews, generate tailored practice questions, and craft stories that demonstrate impact. You’ll learn to analyze job posts, identify skill gaps, design micro-projects to fill them, and package results into a tidy portfolio. Finally, we’ll cover professional etiquette, networking scripts, and follow-up messages that help you stand out ethically in a competitive market while keeping authenticity, dignity, and long-term growth at the center.

Nail the Interview – knowing the red, green and beige flags of interviews
2025-11-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Discover what graduate scheme interviews typically involve and get ready to impress. Hosted by Ena HR and Training for Student Futures.

Show up. Stand out. Succeed. Interviews can be nerve-wracking—but with the right preparation, they’re your chance to shine. In this session, we’ll break down what graduate scheme interviews typically involve, from competency-based and strength-based questions to more informal conversational styles. You’ll learn how to structure your answers, showcase your skills, and bring your personality to the table with confidence. We’ll also explore how to prepare for different interview formats—whether it’s online, over the phone, or face-to-face—and how to adapt your approach to each. From managing nerves to making a great impression, this session will help you feel ready to impress, no matter the setting.

2026 NextGen Leaders Program Information Session
2025-11-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
NextGen Leaders are college students and recent graduates (no earlier than 2024), specifically those with disabilities and veterans, who are entering the corporate workforce.
NextGen Leaders have the opportunity to connect with leading brands across all industries and are matched one-on-one with mentors from Disability:IN Corporate Partners for a six-month virtual mentoring relationship including opportunities to connect with recruiters from leading companies.
Please join us on Thursday, October 6 from 12- 1pm EST OR Thursday, November 6 from 12-1pm EST. The content for both sessions will be the same, so you only need to attend one of them.
We will be sending a copy of the recording and all materials covered in the week following the event.
NextGen Leaders Opportunities:

Meet virtually twice monthly for six months with a corporate mentor.
Receive notifications of various job opportunities with Corporate Partners throughout the year via LinkedIn Group.
Opportunity to attend the annual Virtual Matchmaking to meet with up to five Corporate Partners.
Network with Fortune 1000 companies and gain valuable insights into their selection process.
Participate in monthly webinars focused on employment related topics including disability disclosure, accommodations, and interviewing.
Apply to attend our annual Disability:IN conference, July 25-30th in Dallas, Texas.

Please note: Once you fill out this form, you will be added to our registration list, and you will receive a calendar invitation with a Zoom link 24 hours before the event. If you are unable to attend, a copy of the recording and materials covered will be emailed to you following the event.

Change Careers and Work Remotely: Choosing Your Career Path
2025-11-06 14:00 - 14:45 | Virtual
Do you feel like you’re not quite sure which way your career or job search is going? Thinking about a new career but uncertain what direction you’d like to take? Trying to decide between getting a new job, or a whole new career?
This webinar can help you wade through the questions and challenges of changing careers using FlexJobs’ four-step system. Join us for this webinar as we provide easy-to-follow, step-by-step ideas for discovering and weighing different career options. Register Now!

LinkedIn & Jobscan
2025-11-07 15:00 - 16:00
When seeking employment, you just GOTTA have a Linkedin profile and one that is well filled out, enough to make a recruiter pause more than 1/2 second. And, if you wish for your resume to get past the Applicant Tracking System bots to even make it onto the desk of the recruiter, you’ll most certainly want to learn about the amazing software platform JobScan.
Launch Pad Job Club Founder Kathy Lansford Powell leads this satellite class on today’s most important tools to the job seeker.
Here is the Zoom login information as Eventbrite has made it most difficult to add Zoom to our satellite classes. Please copy and paste into an appt. on your calendar:
Join Zoom Meeting:
Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 873 5677 9536 Passcode: [REDACTED]
Join the job club any Friday. Our meetings are FREE and OPEN TO ALL. For meeting details, visit the Calendar tab on our website: launchpadjobclub.org

Tired to Hired: The Job Search Strategy Workshop (FREE Virtual Event)
2025-11-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Virtual
Sick of Job Hunting? Join us for an electrifying event with Yoni Abreu, Area HR Director and former recruiter with 15 years of experience in Human Resources. Get ready to arm yourself with everything you need to crush your job search and land your dream job!
Event Breakdown:

Killer Resume & Job Search Workshop – Learn how to craft a resume that commands attention and gets you noticed while learning the techniques to improve your job search strategy.

Highlights:

Interview Mastery: Dominate your interviews with confidence and precision.
Secrets to Finding the Job: Uncover insider tips and tricks to find the best job opportunities.
Resume Improvement: Discover key strategies to enhance your resume, including tailoring it to job descriptions, highlighting your accomplishments effectively, and avoiding common pitfalls.

Don’t miss out on this chance to enhance your job search skills and connect with industry professionals!
