Workshops

Writing a Winning Résumé

Your résumé is the most widely recognized job search and marketing tool available to hiring managers. Whether you are an executive, mid-career professional, or new grad, having a well-crafted, up-to-date résumé sets you apart from the competition.

In this workshop you will learn to

  • Create a compelling marketing tool that makes employers want to talk to you
  • Uncover what makes you a valuable employee
  • Write powerful statements that describe your unique contributions
  • "Sell" your past successes and future potential    
  • Gain valuable tips on the do's and don'ts of writing a powerful résumé

Acing the Interview

The key to interview success lies in changing the interview from an interrogation to a Q&A conversation that addresses the hiring manager's real world business challenges. 

In this workshop you will learn to:

  • Identify the questions employers are most likely to ask
  • Get clear about questions you absolutely must ask during the interview
  • Reframe the interview to reflect the hiring manager's needs, not your agenda
  • Learn how to respond to illegal and trick questions
  • Gain hands on experience responding to actual interview questions

Settle for More: 10 Keys to Negotiating a Great Compensation Package

Talking about money is such a taboo in our culture, consequently, most people are uncomfortable discussing salary and negotiating compensation. BUT failing to negotiate or doing a poor job of it can cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars during your lifetime AND put your career at risk.

In this workshop you will:

  • Improve your negotiating skills
  • Learn the best time to negotiate
  • Learn 8 salary making rules
  • Increase your self confidence when negotiating
  • Learn to demonstrate your value to potential employers
  • Practice negotiating
Testimonials
Acing the Interview tip cards should be packed in the pocket of every job seeker! These handy cards, about the size of a deck of cards, are compact and content-rich, helping job seekers zero in just what they need to plan a winning hand!
Susan Whitcomb, Author, Interview Magic