ELEV-MM 008: Job Search Skills
Course Number: ELEV-MM 008
Duration: One day
Price: $499.00
Description:
Are you facing the daunting task of searching for a job? Feeling uncertain about the right career path, how to craft a compelling resume, or where to even begin networking? Worry not! Our Job Search Skills workshop is your roadmap to success. It provides the answers to your burning questions and equips you with a comprehensive plan that promises to have you in a new job within a month.
Course Modules:
Module One: Getting Started
- Icebreaker
- Housekeeping Items
- The Parking Lot
- Workshop Objectives
Module Two: Ready, Set, Go!
- Identifying Your Values and Purpose
- Assessing Your Skills
- Setting SMART Goals
- Building a Resource System
- A 30-Day Plan
Module Three: Building Your Resume
- Basic Resume Formats
- Chronological Style Resume
- Combination Style Resume
- Essential Information to Include
- Dealing with Awkward Points
- Checklist for Success
Module Four: Polishing Your Resume
- Creating an Attractive Package
- About Branding
- Some Extra Touches
- Checklist for Success
Module Five: Writing a Cover Letter
- Types of Cover Letters
- First contact cover letter
- Targeted cover letter
- Recommendation Cover Letter
- Creating a Template
- Customizing the Template
- Checklist for Success
Module Six: Creating a Portfolio
- When Do I Need a Portfolio?
- Types of Portfolios
- Working Portfolio
- Display Portfolio
- Assessment Portfolio
- Essential Elements
- Checklist for Success
Module Seven: Networking Skills
- What is Networking?
- Getting a Conversation Started
- Creating an Effective Introduction
- But I’m So Nervous!
- What Not to Talk About
- Wrapping Up and Moving On
Module Eight: Skills for Success
- Being Organized
- Becoming a Punctual Person
- I Can Do This!
- Important Etiquette Points
Module Nine: Where to Look?
- The Obvious Places
- The Hidden Job Market
- About Cold Calling
- The Power of Networking
Module Ten: Understanding the Interview
- Types of Interviews
- What to Expect
- About Behavioral Questions
- About Knowledge Questions
Module Eleven: Interview Skills
- Dressing for Success
- The Meaning of Colors
- Interpreting Common Dress Codes
- Deciding What to Wear
- Answering Questions
- Asking Questions
- Following Up
Module Twelve: Wrapping Up
- Words from the Wise
- Review of Parking Lot
- Lessons Learned
- Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations
Upon completing this workshop, you’ll be well-equipped to kickstart your job search journey, identify your career goals, create an impressive resume, and master essential networking and interview skills. With a comprehensive plan in hand, you’ll be on your way to securing the job of your dreams in no time.
Course Features
- Lectures 0
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 10 weeks
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 0
- Certificate No
- Assessments Yes