Tami Peter will help attendees develop short, medium, and long-term financial goals and plans for the year and build a budget to achieve them. Clients are asked to bring a copy of their recent bills (credit card, utilities, etc.) CORE

Now that you have a job, how do you make sure that you do a good job? Sheila Lambert will lead this workshop on transitioning to a new job or position and gaining early success. She will discuss the key to making the transition, managing change, and getting off to a good start. (Priority will be made for clients who have been recently hired.) CORE

Tami Peter and a group of Financial Mentors will be at Bottomless Closet to provide one-on-one support with setting financial goals, understanding FICO scores and debt management. This event is open to clients who have participated in at least two Financial Management workshops and who are prepared to speak to a mentor about a specific financial challenge. Further information will be provided upon registration. ELECTIVE

Sadie Jean Sloss will lead this interactive on skincare and work appropriate make-up application. Space is very limited and pre-registration is required.

Nada Stirratt will facilitate this interactive workshop. All participants will have a chance to practice their interviewing skills and will leave with applicable tips relevant in today’s job search environment. CORE

Jane Cha/Maggie Chandler/Sheila Lambert will lead this workshop. Participants will gain a good understanding of how to write a resume, specifically one that can be uploaded and/or emailed. This workshop is the prerequisite to Bottomless Closet’s Intensive Job Search Program.* CORE

Tami Peter will discuss the factors that make up a FICO Score and what really appears on a credit report. Clients must bring a copy of a recent FICO Score/credit reports. If you do not have a recent score (within the past 6 months) you can get your reports and scores at www.myfico.com. If you would like assistance getting your scores and reports you may make an appointment with Patrycja no later than Monday, January 30th. Bottomless Closet will reimburse the cost of the service if you submit a receipt to Patrycja Warda. CORE

Deborah Weiner will talk about public speaking and offer effective coping strategies for anyone afraid to speak in front of anyone, from a small meeting with colleagues to a large audience of strangers. ELECTIVE

Your manager regularly curses in the office and your office-mate has a constantly ringing cell phone that is always on full volume. How does a person know what constitutes bad manners when everyone in the workplace seems to be misbehaving in some way? Sheila Lambert will discuss what is appropriate at work and how to set your own standards to help you excel in any job. CORE

Women today have more responsibilities than ever, and can face more unique obstacles in their lifetime than men. Becky Barker will discuss building a strong foundation now to help you achieve a financially independent and secure future. ELECTIVE

Come to build your professional wardrobe!  Incentives and priority shopping for women who have attended a workshop in the last three months.

Maggie Chandler returns to discuss the job search process. The focus of the discussion will be on employer and prospective employee expectations and finding the job that suits both. CORE

Tami Peter will lead this workshop on managing and reducing debt. She will discuss taking control of spending, becoming debt-free, understanding compound interest and using your budget. CORE

Robin Caldwell will lead this workshop focusing on speaking to people one-on-one, sharing ideas/updates in meetings, making formal presentations, and presenting a positive demeanor and professional appearance. ELECTIVE

Pamela Krol will discuss the typical fringe benefits available in the workplace, specifically health insurance benefits.  She will also provide options for those individuals who do not receive any benefits in their jobs.  ELECTIVE