Career Counseling in Maryland | CareerCatchers

Job Club: Salary Negotiation
2025-05-07 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
To register for this event, click here and select May 7th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Making Budgets Work
2025-05-14 11:00 - 12:30
To register for this event, click here and select May 14th from the dropdown!

Job Club: How to Work with a Staffing Agency
2025-05-21 11:00 - 12:30
To register for this event, click here and select May 21st from the dropdown!

Job Club: How to Use AI
2025-05-28 11:00 - 12:30
Learn how Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we live and work. This workshop will introduce easy-to-use AI tools that can help with tasks like writing, job searching, planning, and more. No technical skills are needed, just a willingness to explore something new. Join us to see how AI can support your daily life and goals.
To register for this event, click here and select May 28th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Workplace Harmony
2025-06-04 11:00 - 12:30
Navigating the complex world of workplace relationships can be challenging, yet it is a crucial aspect of fostering a positive and productive work environment. This workshop is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and subordinates.
To register for this event, click here and select June 4th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Avoiding Scams
2025-06-11 11:00 - 12:30
As scammers develop new methods to deceive and exploit, staying informed is more important than ever. Join us for an engaging session where we’ll explore emerging scam tactics and practical strategies to protect yourself and your community. Learn how to recognize warning signs, avoid common traps, and safeguard your personal information. Together, we can build awareness and resilience against fraud.
To register for this event, click here and select June 11th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Emotional Rollercoaster of the Job Search
2025-06-18 11:00 - 12:30
Searching for a new job can be exciting one moment and overwhelming the next. It’s a journey filled with hope, stress, rejection, and resilience all wrapped into one. Few experiences challenge your confidence and patience quite like the job hunt. Join us as we explore how to manage the emotional highs and lows of this process, build coping strategies, and stay grounded through it all.
To register for this event, click here and select June 18th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Online Job Applications
2025-06-25 11:00 - 12:30
Need help navigating online job applications? Join us for a step-by-step workshop where you’ll learn how to complete applications more effectively, avoid common mistakes, and increase your chances of getting noticed.
To register for this event, click here and select June 25th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Job Fair Preparation
2025-07-02 11:00 - 12:30
Are you interested in presenting your skills to several employers at once? Job fairs can be a great way to do just that! Join us as we discuss how to be best prepared to have conversations with recruiters and obtain the job you want at the next job fair you attend.
To register for this event, click here and select July 2nd from the dropdown!

Job Club: Online Training
2025-07-09 11:00 - 12:30
Are you looking to expand your skillset or explore a new career path but unsure where to start? Join us for an engaging session where we’ll highlight a variety of free training programs designed to help you build confidence, gain in-demand skills, and take the next step in your professional journey. Whether you’re curious about a new field or not quite ready to commit to a full program, this workshop will introduce you to accessible resources that can support your goals and empower your growth.
To register for this event, click here and select July 9th from the dropdown!

Job Club: M&T Bank - Identity Theft
2025-07-16 11:00 - 12:30
M&T Bank provides valuable information on how to recognize and prevent identity theft. Participants learn about common scams, including phishing emails and fraudulent phone calls, and how to protect personal information. The workshop also covers steps to take if identity theft occurs, such as freezing credit and reporting fraud.
To register for this event, click here and select July 16th from the dropdown!

Job Club: From Prompt to Placement – AI for Applying to Jobs by Molly Sherman
2025-07-23 11:00 - 12:30
Looking for work is a job in itself—and AI can help. In this session, you’ll learn how to use it to explore career paths, spot what matters in job descriptions, and generate language that reflects your strengths. Molly will cover how to search smarter, pick out keywords, and start building a resume that speaks to the role. Whether you’re returning to work, changing fields, or applying for the first time, this session is about using AI to move forward with more focus and less guesswork.
To register for this event, click here and select July 23rd from the dropdown!

Job Club: Leadership Skills
2025-07-30 11:00 - 12:30
Strong leadership skills are essential for guiding teams, inspiring others, and achieving success in any role. Join our workshop to explore key leadership qualities, including effective communication, decision‑making, and problem‑solving. Learn how to motivate and support those around you, build trust, and lead with confidence, whether you’re stepping into a new position or looking to grow in your current role.
To register for this event, click here and select July 30th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Rebuilding Your Career (Career Transition)
2025-08-06 11:00 - 12:30
Career transitions can feel overwhelming, but they also open the door to new opportunities and growth. Whether you’re changing industries, re-entering the workforce, or starting over, this workshop will guide you through the process with confidence. We’ll explore how to assess your strengths, update your resume, network effectively, and build a clear plan for your next chapter. Join us to gain practical tools and encouragement as you rebuild your career on your own terms.

To register for this event, click here and select August 6th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Thinking About Retirement
2025-08-13 11:00 - 12:30
Plan for the future you deserve. You deserve a secure financial future, and it’s never too late—or too early!—to start to build it. No matter what financial position you find yourself in today, there are resources available to help you grab hold of the future you dream of and deserve. Join Emily Linn from the Gaithersburg Financial Empowerment Center and Latoya Collins Gurley from Truist Bank for a discussion about why retirement planning is for everyone (including you!) and how to make progress toward your future financial goals no matter where life has taken you.
“But my employer doesn’t offer retirement benefits.” That’s OK! You can still open your own retirement account and start saving today.
“But there’s no way I can save enough. I can barely make ends meet.” You’d be surprised how big your savings can grow, especially over time.
“But I’m young and don’t need to worry about retirement.” All the better! It’s never too early to start saving for the future you want.
Emily and Latoya will address these “buts” and review the basics of retirement planning so you can take your next step toward the future you deserve today!

To register for this event, click here and select August 13th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Grow: AI for Your Business
2025-08-20 11:00 - 12:30
This session is designed to help you use AI to think through your business—who you serve, what you offer, and how to reach the people who need it. We’ll walk through how to use AI to plan your goals, shape your services, and create messaging and marketing that reflect your voice and audience. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to grow, this session will show you how AI can help you work with more focus, clarity, and consistency.

To register for this event, click here and select August 20th from the dropdown!

Job Club: The Prompted Page: Intro to AI for Writing
2025-08-27 11:00 - 12:30
Writing with AI can be playful, powerful, and surprisingly personal. In this session, you’ll learn how to use AI as a writing partner—whether you’re working on emails, blog posts, stories, bios, or just getting your ideas down. We’ll cover how to write prompts that bring out your voice and explore tools for giving your writing a regular, professional polish. You don’t need to be a writer to benefit—just come with curiosity and something you want to say.

To register for this event, click here and select August 27th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Understanding Remote Work
2025-09-03 11:00 - 12:30
Discover the essential skills and strategies needed to thrive in a remote work environment, from effective communication and time management to maintaining work-life balance. This workshop will equip you with proven techniques to maximize productivity and build strong professional relationships while working from anywhere!

To register for this event, click here and select September 3rd from the dropdown!

Job Club: How to Navigate a Job Fair
2025-09-10 11:00 - 12:30
Discover the key strategies to successfully navigate a job fair, from making strong first impressions and networking with confidence to asking impactful questions that set you apart. This workshop will equip you with practical tools to showcase your skills, connect with employers, and take meaningful steps toward advancing your career!

To register for this event, click here and select September 10th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Understanding AI and its Tools with Guest Speaker Molly Sherman
2025-09-17 11:00 - 12:30
Join us as our guest speaker Molly teaches the basics of AI, guiding you through essential tools, practical applications, and tips for integrating AI into your work and daily life.

To register for this event, click here and select September 17th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Transferable Skills Workshop
2025-09-24 11:00 - 12:30
When changing careers, it’s important to recognize the value of the experiences you already have. Many skills such as communication, problem-solving, and adaptability can transfer successfully into new industries. This workshop will help you identify your transferable skills and learn how to highlight them on résumés, cover letters, and in interviews. By showcasing these strengths, you can build confidence and demonstrate your value to potential employers.

To register for this event, click here and select September 24th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Risky Business: Protecting Your Data and Yourself
2025-10-01 11:00 - 12:30
“What’s really at risk when you share your data online? Join us as guest speaker Molly Sherman, Executive Director of the Carroll Technology & Innovation Council, leads a practical session on data privacy and scam prevention.

You’ll learn how your online behaviors can increase vulnerability to scams even offline and discover everyday practices to better protect your information and yourself. Don’t miss this opportunity to build confidence and safeguard your digital life!”

To register for this event, click here and select October 1st from the dropdown!

Job Club: Your Money, Values, and Influencers, facilitated by Capital Bank
2025-10-08 11:00 - 12:30
In this session, you’ll explore how your personal values shape financial decisions and learn how to align your goals with what matters most to you. The workshop will introduce the SMART framework for goal-setting and highlight strategies for resisting outside influences like advertising. You’ll leave with practical tools to make more confident and intentional money choices.

To register for this event, click here and select October 8th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Credit Report and Scores - Guest Speaker from Capital Bank
2025-11-05 11:00 - 12:30
To register for this event, click here and select November 5th from the dropdown!

Take control of your financial future! Learn how credit works, what impacts your score, and simple steps to improve it. This hands-on workshop makes understanding credit easy, practical, and actionable.
Boost your financial know-how—don’t miss out!

Job Club Credit Report and Scores with Capital Bank (1)

To register for this event, click here and select November 5th from the dropdown!

Job Club: Professional Communication with AI with Carroll Technology & Innovation Council
2025-11-12 11:00 - 12:30
Learn how to craft clear prompts, write professional emails that sound like you, and create effective notes and presentations using smart tools. Discover how to protect sensitive data and ask the right questions about AI use in your organization. Strengthen your communication skills and harness AI to enhance, not replace, your professional voice.
To register for this event, click here and select November 12th from the dropdown!
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Job Club: Managing Debt - Guest Speaker from Capital Bank
2025-11-19 11:00 - 12:30
To register for this event, click here and select November 19th from the dropdown!

Job Club Managing Debt with guest speaker Capital Bank

Take charge of your financial future! Join us for an engaging session on Managing Debt, where you’ll learn practical strategies to reduce what you owe, manage payments wisely, and build healthier financial habits.
Discover how to:

Understand different types of debt
Create a realistic repayment plan
Avoid common credit pitfalls
Take the first steps toward financial freedom

Empower yourself with the tools to stay in control — not in debt!

To register for this event, click here and select November 19th from the dropdown!

No Job Club - Happy Thanksgiving
2025-11-26 11:00 - 12:30
To register for next week’s event, click here and select December 3rd from the dropdown!

Job Club: Let’s Get You Hired: Using AI to Find Your Next Job with Carroll Technology and Innovation Council
2025-12-03 11:00 - 12:30
Discover how to use AI to find your next job in this applied, hands-on workshop. Learn to prompt AI to explore your interests and uncover new career options. Understand how AI is transforming modern recruitment and hiring processes. Practice using AI tools to craft a standout résumé and cover letter that highlight your strengths and goals
To register for this event, click here and select December 3rd from the dropdown!

Job Club: Using Credit Cards - Guest Speaker from Capital Bank
2025-12-10 11:00 - 12:30
To register for this event, click here and select December 10th from the dropdown!

Empowerment Hour: The Gift of Self-Care - Prioritizing You This Holiday Season
2025-12-16 15:00 - 16:00
Learn how to take care of your emotional and physical well-being during the busy holiday season. Discover small daily habits that help you stay grounded, balanced, and joyful.

To register for this event, click here and select December 16th from the dropdown!
