Workforce Development Services
FRIDAY & Associates partners with adult education programs, career centers, social service agencies, community-based organizations, and homeschooling networks to deliver structured workforce development solutions that prepare individuals to successfully enter, re-enter, or transition within the workforce.
We provide comprehensive Career Readiness, Employability Training, and Job Placement Support Services designed to build the practical skills, professional behaviors, and confidence employers consistently identify as essential for workplace success. While technical skills may help someone get hired, employability skills are what help individuals retain employment, perform effectively, and grow long term.
Our services support adult learners, career changers, justice-impacted individuals, and those facing barriers to employment.
Career Readiness Services
We teach participants how to present themselves clearly, professionally, and confidently, aligned with real hiring practices.
Our programs are:
- Practical – focused on real-world skills and tools
- Supportive – meeting participants where they are
- Structured – clear steps and guidance
- Results-driven – focused on employment outcomes
Resume Development & Refinement
Creating clear, professional resumes that reflect skills, experience, and employer expectations.
LinkedIn Profile Creation & Optimization
Building strong digital profiles that support networking, visibility, and recruiter searches.
Interview Preparation & Mock Interviews
Practicing real interview questions, improving confidence, and strengthening communication.
Job Application Strategy & Tracking Systems
Teaching participants how to apply strategically, stay organized, and follow up effectively.
Individualized Job Search Coaching
One-on-one guidance to address barriers, goals, and unique challenges.
Career Exploration & Pathway Guidance
Helping participants understand career options, entry points, and growth opportunities.
Employability Training
Employability training focuses on the core soft skills and professional behaviors required to succeed in today’s workplace. These are the skills employers expect, but many individuals have never been formally taught.
Employability Training helps participants understand:
- How to show up professionally
- How to communicate effectively at work
- How to manage time, responsibilities, and expectations
- How to work with others and handle conflict
- How to take accountability and receive feedback
- How to represent themselves and their employer positively
Employability Training covers essential workplace competencies, including:
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Verbal, written, and professional workplace communication.
- Professionalism & Workplace Behavior: Appearance, attitude, conduct, and expectations.
- Time Management & Punctuality: Reliability, scheduling, and meeting commitments.
- Accountability & Work Ethic: Taking ownership, following through, and being dependable.
- Teamwork & Collaboration: Working effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and teams.
- Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Handling challenges, thinking through solutions, and asking the right questions.
- Emotional Intelligence & Self-Awareness: Managing emotions, understanding others, and responding appropriately.
- Customer Service Fundamentals: Professional interaction with customers, clients, and stakeholders.
- Conflict Resolution & Adaptability: Navigating disagreements, feedback, and change.
- Workplace Ethics & Expectations: Integrity, respect, boundaries, and responsibility.
- Leadership Fundamentals: Initiative, influence, and professional growth mindset.
Job Placement Support
Job placement support focuses on helping individuals move from being ready to work to being hired. We provide hands-on support that helps participants:
- Identify appropriate job opportunities
- Connect with employers and hiring managers
- Navigate the hiring process with confidence
- Prepare for interviews and hiring events
- Follow through from application to offer
Our Job Placement Support Services include:
- Employer Introductions & Warm Referrals: Connecting participants directly with employers and hiring managers.
- Coordinated Hiring Events & Employer Meet-and-Greets: Organizing opportunities for participants to engage with employers in a structured, supportive setting.
- Employer Presentations & Guest Speakers: Bringing employers into programs to share insights, expectations, and hiring needs.
- Resume Forwarding & Marketing: Actively promoting participant resumes to employers and recruiter networks.
- Interview Coordination & Scheduling Support: Assisting with interview logistics, preparation, and follow-up.
- Placement Tracking & On-The-Job Coaching: Supporting participants after placement to encourage retention and success.
We leverage our extensive employer and recruiter network to create real connections, not just referrals.
Customized and Flexible Delivery
Our Career Readiness, Employability Training, and Job Placement Support services are fully customizable to meet the specific needs of each organization and participant population. Partners may select individual components or combine elements across services to create a tailored solution aligned with program goals, funding requirements, and workforce demands. Whether delivering targeted workshops, comprehensive training cohorts, or integrated placement support, our approach is flexible, scalable, and designed to drive measurable employment outcomes.
Delivery options include:
- Onsite
- Virtual
- Hybrid
Formats include:
- Stand-alone workshops
- Multi-session series
- Integrated into job readiness programs
- Cohort-based training
- Bootcamp-style delivery
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