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November 2019
The Art of Job Search
Engage in art making, writing and self-reflection in this 4 week (2 hours on Tuesdays) supportive group program to explore the ups and downs of job search and career decision making. No art making experience required and nutritional snacks are included!
Find out more »Resumes and Cover Letters
Parts 1 and 2: Learn how to create and organize a resume and cover letter so employers can understand your skills and qualifications. By the end of the session participants will be able to: Identify the characteristics of a good resume Identify the benefits and drawbacks of the 3 types of resumes Identify the standard elements found in a resume Write effective accomplishment statements Identify cover letter uses, styles and formats Identify employers stated and unstated needs from job ads…
Find out more »Acing the Interview
Successful interviewing is essential to receive a job offer. This workshop contains tips and strategies for effective interviewing from preparation to follow up. We help you ‘Ace the Interview’ by: Putting you in the shoes of the employer – you decide who to hire Outlining how to effectively prepare for an interview Providing strategies for commonly asked questions in employment interviews Understanding how to answer behavioural questions using the STAR model Creating safe opportunities for practice and feedback Following this…
Find out more »Word Processing & Internet Basics
This one-on-one support session will guide you through word processing basics. Using Microsoft Word, you will learn how to save, open and modify documents. Learn the skills you need to search and apply for jobs online, including the basics of searching the web and using email.
Find out more »Using Social Media for Job Search
Receive an introduction to popular tools that increase your networking opportunities and exposure to enhance your job search. Learn about: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, blogs and more.
Find out more »Word Processing & Internet Basics
This one-on-one support session will guide you through word processing basics. Using Microsoft Word, you will learn how to save, open and modify documents. Learn the skills you need to search and apply for jobs online, including the basics of searching the web and using email.
Find out more »Branding “YOU”
Learn how you can create your own employment opportunities or find existing ones faster by actively networking and marketing your unique set of talents, skills, strengths and goals through a carefully crafted presentation statement, calling card and/or an employment proposal. Here’s what one workshop participant had to say… “Excellent! Great facilitator and guest speaker.”
Find out more »Implicit Career Search
Move from Confusion to Clarity! Implicit Career Search (ICS) is a 3-day workshop designed to assist you in developing a comprehensive career plan. Uncover what it is you want to contribute to the world, and how you are going to get paid for it! Move your life from confusion to clarity by clearly defining who you are and what you will contribute with your life's work. Develop a simple, attainable life and career plan based on purpose.
Find out more »Resumes and Cover Letters
Parts 1 and 2: Learn how to create and organize a resume and cover letter so employers can understand your skills and qualifications. By the end of the session participants will be able to: Identify the characteristics of a good resume Identify the benefits and drawbacks of the 3 types of resumes Identify the standard elements found in a resume Write effective accomplishment statements Identify cover letter uses, styles and formats Identify employers stated and unstated needs from job ads…
Find out more »The Art of Job Search
Engage in art making, writing and self-reflection in this 4 week (2 hours on Tuesdays) supportive group program to explore the ups and downs of job search and career decision making. No art making experience required and nutritional snacks are included!
Find out more »Discover Your Career with Personality Dimensions®
Use Personality Dimensions® to identify your work interests, strengths and values. Gain a better understanding of yourself and others while exploring the occupations that best fit your personality and career goals. You must first meet with an Employment Consultant. Here’s what workshop participants had to say… ”Fun workshop!” “Insight into myself and others behaviours and interactions.” “Good information to take into every angle of life.” “Learned lots of things about myself and working with others.”
Find out more »Beyond the Postings – Finding Work in Oceanside
Eighty percent of jobs are not advertised. Learn the tools you need to successfully access this hidden job market. Gain an understanding of the local economy and find work faster. If in your job search you are looking only at posted jobs, i.e. classifieds and internet, you are missing 80% of the available positions. Not only that, you have a lot of competition as there will be many people applying for the same job as you! In this workshop you…
Find out more »Implicit Career Search
Move from Confusion to Clarity! Implicit Career Search (ICS) is a 3-day workshop designed to assist you in developing a comprehensive career plan. Uncover what it is you want to contribute to the world, and how you are going to get paid for it! Move your life from confusion to clarity by clearly defining who you are and what you will contribute with your life's work. Develop a simple, attainable life and career plan based on purpose.
Find out more »Resumes and Cover Letters
Parts 1 and 2: Learn how to create and organize a resume and cover letter so employers can understand your skills and qualifications. By the end of the session participants will be able to: Identify the characteristics of a good resume Identify the benefits and drawbacks of the 3 types of resumes Identify the standard elements found in a resume Write effective accomplishment statements Identify cover letter uses, styles and formats Identify employers stated and unstated needs from job ads…
Find out more »The Art of Job Search
Engage in art making, writing and self-reflection in this 4 week (2 hours on Tuesdays) supportive group program to explore the ups and downs of job search and career decision making. No art making experience required and nutritional snacks are included!
Find out more »Self Care and Your Job Search
Learn how to keep up your personal self-care while reaching for your professional goals and how a good self-care regime can enhance a positive and effective job search.
Find out more »Acing the Interview
Successful interviewing is essential to receive a job offer. This workshop contains tips and strategies for effective interviewing from preparation to follow up. We help you ‘Ace the Interview’ by: Putting you in the shoes of the employer – you decide who to hire Outlining how to effectively prepare for an interview Providing strategies for commonly asked questions in employment interviews Understanding how to answer behavioural questions using the STAR model Creating safe opportunities for practice and feedback Following this…
Find out more »Implicit Career Search
Move from Confusion to Clarity! Implicit Career Search (ICS) is a 3-day workshop designed to assist you in developing a comprehensive career plan. Uncover what it is you want to contribute to the world, and how you are going to get paid for it! Move your life from confusion to clarity by clearly defining who you are and what you will contribute with your life's work. Develop a simple, attainable life and career plan based on purpose.
Find out more »Word Processing & Internet Basics
This one-on-one support session will guide you through word processing basics. Using Microsoft Word, you will learn how to save, open and modify documents. Learn the skills you need to search and apply for jobs online, including the basics of searching the web and using email.
Find out more »Word Processing & Internet Basics
This one-on-one support session will guide you through word processing basics. Using Microsoft Word, you will learn how to save, open and modify documents. Learn the skills you need to search and apply for jobs online, including the basics of searching the web and using email.
Find out more »