Job Search Skills Workshop
Course Duration 1 Day
Searching for a job can be intimidating. How do you know what job you’re best suited for? How do you build a winning resume and cover letter? Where can you find job leads? How do you network without feeling nervous? What happens when you land an interview? And most importantly, where do you find help when you need it?
The Job Search Skills workshop will give you the answers to all these questions, plus a plan to get you to a new job within a month. After completing this program, you’ll be more than ready to start your search for your perfect job. Identifying the purpose for working and the assessment of skills can help determine the types of jobs your participants should apply for.
Course Objectives
At the end of the course participants will be able to :
- Define your objectives and purpose in your search for employment.
- Help you establish SMART goals in the job-hunting process.
- Assist you in developing a first month plan of action for your job search.
- Craft an effective resume.
- Form an attractive cover letter.
- Develop and present a portfolio of your prior work.
- Learn networking skills in finding leads for jobs.
- Efficiently get interviews and thrive in the interview process.
Course Outline
Ready, Set, Go!
Identifying Your Values and Purpose
Assessing Your Skills
Setting SMART Goals
Building a Resource System
A 30-Day Plan
Building Your Resume
Basic Resume Formats
Dealing with Awkward Points
Checklist for Success
Writing a Cover Letter
Types of Cover Letters
Creating a Template
Customizing the Template
Checklist for Success
Creating a Portfolio
When Do I Need a Portfolio?
Types of Portfolios
Essential Elements
Checklist for Success
Networking Skills
What is Networking?
Getting a Conversation Started
But I’m So Nervous!
Wrapping Up and Moving On
Skills for Success
Being Organized
Becoming a Punctual Person
I Can Do This!
Important Etiquette Points
Where to Look?
The Obvious Places
The Hidden Job Market
About Cold Calling
The Power of Networking
Understanding the Interview
Types of Interviews
What to Expect
About Behavioural Questions
About Knowledge Questions
Interview Skills
Dressing for Success
Answering Questions
Asking Questions
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