Creating a Dynamite Job Portfolio
$120.00
The job market continues to change, as does the way we look for work. This course examines the value of presenting yourself as a complete package by using a resume as an introduction to an employer and backing it up with a portfolio presented at the interview.
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- Speak about yourself using descriptive language
- Apply the essential elements of cover letters and resumes
- Understand the need for pre-employment testing and what to expect in your target market
- Design a personalized portfolio
- Develop a plan that moves you to a new job within 60 days
Course Outline
- Course Overview
- Who Are You?
- Exploration
- Self-Description
- Writing the Resume
- Essential Ingredients
- Writing the Resume
- Creating a Noticeable Package
- Personal Branding
- Types of Resumes
- Cover Letters
- Essential Ingredients
- The Writing
- Getting into the Flow
- The Portfolio
- Essential Components
- Designing Your Portfolio
- Refining and Perfecting
- Dealing with Awkward Points
- Gaps in Your Resume
- Pre-Employment Testing
- Getting to a New Job in 60 Days
- 60 Days to a New Job
- Getting the Lead Out
- Goal Setting
- Creating a Plan
- Choosing Your References
- Thank-You Notes
- Personal Action Plan
- Recommended Reading List
- Post-Course Assessment
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