Corporate Training By Zack Academy - Résumé Writing/Networking and Interviewing Workshop

Why Should You Take This Résumé Writing/Networking and Interviewing Workshop?

It’s time to move on - or maybe you’ve been "in transition" for too long. Either way, you need some input so that you know what others see when they look at your résumé, and what they hear when they interview you. This Résumé Writing, Networking, & Interviewing Workshop will provide all the necessary tools to accomplish this.

Résumé Preparation

• Purpose of résumé and cover letter
• Résumé data sheet - list work and other activities
• List three best work skills or traits – used in the Summary and Cover Letter.
• The writing process
• Grammar examples (parallel structure, active vs. passive voice)
• Writing with impact exercise
• Word choice – transferable skills list, power words list

Résumé Formatting

• Parts of the Résumé (Summary or Objective, Work Experience, Education, Training, Skills, Awards, Honors/Achievements, References, Certifications, Languages)
• Résumé Wizard?
• Margins, font, type size, small caps, etc.
• Heading (for résumé, cover letter, and references)
• Bullets/indentation

Cover Letter

• Parts (Letterhead, Date, Inside Address, Salutation, Body, Closing, Signature, Encl.)
• Sales writing (“YOU”/ “YOUR,” not “I,” “me,” “my” – How will these skills benefit your organization?
• Reference list

Principles of Networking

• Attitude – show interest and learn about people; be of service to others: how can I help them? (Reciprocity)
• Kinds of groups you should attend – ones where you are unique
• Always ask for a business card – memorably
• Only give a business card if you are7 asked
• End courteously (vaguely urgent need to exit)

Interviewing

• Prepare questions and your answers
• Greatest strengths review
• Three accomplishments review
• Opening interview exercise
• Preparation, practice and performance
• Researching a potential employer
• Interview Prep
• Self-Esteem
• Dress for Success
• Body Language
• Speaking
• Listening
• What to Bring – Fresh résumés, pen and pad, reference list
• Types of Interviews