Job searching in today’s economy can be both difficult and frustrating. Learn strategies and resources for an effective job search plan.

Workshop Topics:

• Important steps to plan and execute your job search
• How to use the Internet as an effective job search tool
• Learn many helpful and useful Internet resources, web sites, and job boards
• Gain a better understanding of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and the importance of keywords
• Social Media’s value in job searching

Virtual job fairs and virtual career fairs are becoming an increasingly popular way for companies to recruit new candidates.

Workshop Topics:

• What is a Virtual Job Fair
• What to expect
• Preparation Tips
• Video interview tips

Join our workshop to learn practical tips and suggestions for budgeting and basic money management.

Topics covered:

• Create a budget
• Evaluate wants vs. needs
• Create a spending plan
• Create a savings plan
• Establish money goals
• Debt and credit scores

Having a correctly-prepared job application, cover letter, and job reference list can positively influence your candidacy for employment.

In this workshop you will learn best practices of:

• Preparing on-line applications
• Authoring a simple but effective cover letter/ cover note that will help you stand out from your competition.
• Formatting and style options for cover letters and cover notes.
• How to handle requests for salary information.
• Choosing job references and preparing a reference list.
• Reference checking and background screening.

Feeling stressed about interviewing? Attend this workshop to learn valuable tips to become a prepared and confident candidate.

Workshop Topics:

• What employers are really looking for in candidates.
• How to prepare for an interview including tips on phone interviews, video interviews, and the on-site interview.
• How to make a great impression!
• Post interview tips – help the employer remember you.

Excellent tips and strategies that can help get your resume into the hands of hiring managers.

Workshop topics include:

• Purpose of a resume – what a resume IS and IS NOT
• Resume evaluation – understanding Applicant Tracking Systems
• How to determine KEYWORDS
• Resume versions and formats
• Resume development tips – top to bottom

LinkedIn is a social media platform that can be useful for both networking and job search. Learn ways the LinkedIn platform can assist you.

Topics:

• Why use LinkedIn in your job search?
• Setting up or updating your profile
• LinkedIn features – settings, search, network tab, jobs board, and Groups
• Endorsements and recommendations
• Elements of a good LinkedIn profile