10 Tips About Training Programs

We have a couple of participants that are concerned about taking ANOTHER Training Program and are hesitant to get another "certificate." Are you feeling like this? Well, we've compiled a short list about why we think it's GREAT to enroll in training programs (no matter how many you've already taken)

1. Training Programs helps to display your interest in taking the first step to a specific career

2. Helps you identify your SKILLS that are needed to complete the job

3. Helps build strong habits (such as getting to work on time, eye contact, body language, interview skills, communication skills)... all the good stuff needed to get and KEEP your job!

4. Give you the skills needed to pursue ADVANCEMENT in the workplace

5. Teach you how to demonstrate your skills to an employer/authority figure

6. Determine your optimal work environment based on your specific needs

7. Explore alternate occupations, maybe you'll get a chance to try something totally new!

8. NETWORK. Training programs will give you a chance to meet new people who could potentially lead to a new job!

9. By doing a training program, you will be able to list your instructor as a current reference for your next job!

10. It looks GREAT on a resume. Shows employers initiative, organization, and the development of NEW SKILLS!

C'mon guys, these sound like 10 AWESOME reasons to do a Training Program! The next one is coming up at Focus Hope on May 5th...we'll give you the details on Thursday!

Motor City Makeover!

Join in the fun and keep up the SPRING CLEANING  :)

Organize your own clean up event in your neighborhood and get FREE bags, gloves, and water! All you have to do is register with the city initiative by calling (313) 224-4415!

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to make your neighborhood even more beautiful!

More details below...

MotorCityMakeover

DIY Clean

Today we came up with a list of DIY cleaning products that you can make from ingredients in your very own kitchen for WAY cheap! 

Windex 

Half White Vinegar

Half Water

1 tsp Dawn

Pledge

2 tsp Olive Oil (I used a bit more)

2 cups water

1/4 cup white vinegar

*Citrus fragrance

               Febreeze

           1/8 c fabric softener

Just add some citrus peels to vinegar and let it sit for a few days,
hello diy clean! 

2 tbs baking soda

Rest water

*Lavendar fragrance

Bathroom Cleaner

1/2 c vinegar

1/4 c baking soda

2 liters water

*Citrus fragrance

More DIY Cleaning Recipes!

Homemade Laundry Detergent

See the recipe here!

Baby Expo!

Here it is, the Detroit Baby Expo details!!!

 Saturday, April 26, 201411a-5p

COBO CENTER
1 Washington Blvd., Detroit, MI  48226

Tummys. Tinys. Tots. & Tween Expo is Southeast Michigan’s (Metro Detroit Baby Expo Show) only expo dedicated to pregnancy, baby, toddlers and tweens. Tummys-Tween Expo is a unique, F.U.N., informational day & shopping experience for parents and children alike (with stroller friendly aisles). The event boasts a full day of products and services catering to expecting moms, infants, toddlers and the tween crowd. National, regional and local brands will fill the venue with the most popular, trendy, adorable, innovative, practical items for parents and the little ones in their lives.

The first 350 guests will receive a swag bag
filled with fabuluxe gifts, samples and special offers from the
expo sponsors and exhibitors. ARRIVE EARLY!
Don’t MISS Out!

Complimentary daycare is available during the baby and kids expo and provided in the midst of the event to give parents a “break” for their shopping and educational enjoyment. Additionally, there will be loads of F.U.N. for the kiddos. Bounce houses, face-painting, hands-on activities are among some of the Playtime joys that tinys thru tweens will experience at the expo.

On site, guests will experience pampering from companies that cater to parents, baby and tweens such as boutiques, photographers, bakeries, spas, party planners, etc. Enjoy visual displays such as baby shower tablescapes, 1st birthday party themescapes, nursery & bedroom vignettes, seminars, parenting tips, health services, child safety info, shopping, samples and relaxation. Each expo is different and features various activities and exhibiting companies.

Indulge in all of the goodness and F.U.N. you can imagine, all in one day, in one location, for the entire family at thee event of the year:

email: info@Tummys-TweenExpo.com

Mommy Photo Project

For our mommies out there our Inspiration Station is dedicated to YOU! There is an art project out there called 4th Trimester Bodies. Basically, the artists take incredible photos of new mommies and their babies focusing on the BEAUTY of a womans body after pregnancy.

Click the link below to see more pictures of gorgeous 4th Trimester Moms!

4th Trimester Bodies Project

DIY Baby Wipes!

Happy Tuesday everyone! Today we're blogging about DIY BABY WIPES. How cool? These are an AMAZING way to save money while having a baby! We found a link with a recipe and a YouTube video that demonstrates how to make them (in case you like watching a demonstration instead of reading it!) These are so cheap, take only a little time to make, and are o'natural :)

Helpful DIY Website!

DIY Baby Wipe Video!

Seize The Book!

With all this talk of literacy, do you think we'd leave you all alone in the D? Of course not! There are people here who can help! Today we're sharing resources from the Dominican Learning Center in Detroit. If you would like to begin your path of literacy contact the Dominican Learning Center at 313-267-1000 and sign up for their Student Orientation (which basically introduces you to the program and how to get the most out of your studies!) The next Student Orientation is April 8th and May 6th and May 13th from 5-8pm.

11148 Harper Ave.

Detroit, MI 48213

313-267-1000

dominicanliteracy@yahoo.com

If you have any questions feel free to contact us at 313-674-5077 or call the Dominican Learning Center at (313)-267-1000

Also--check out detriotliteracy.org for more information!