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Workshops for Job Seekers
January - March, 2014
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RochesterWorks!
Mondays, 6:30--8:30pm

I Got the T-Shirt! Creating Effective SCAR Stories                        January 6th

In this workshop you will learn to craft SCAR stories that relate to your skills and how to increase your confidence in interviews.  

Registration is open.

 

Mock Interviews                                                                              February 3rd

Practice interviewing with real people. This is a 100% interactive workshop to provide you the opportunity to use your interviewing skills and practice your SCAR stories.  

Registration begins January 6th.

 

Right Your Resume                                                                             March 3rd

Learn when and why to use a chronological or functional resume. This workshop will put emphasis on the summary of qualifications, accomplishments, proper format and identifying transferable skills.  

Registration begins February 3rd.

 

Negotiating Your Job Offer                                                              March 10th

Determine what you can and cannot negotiate in a job offer, which elements to consider and ways to evaluate which elements are important to you.  

Registration begins February 10th.

 

Interviewing Beyond the Basics                                                      March 17th

Be prepared for your next interview. Learn what to expect and how to best showcase your qualifications for a competitive edge.  

Registration begins February 17th.

 

Bragging Rights                                                                                 March 31st

Increase your comfort with telling your story and talking about yourself. Use these proven techniques which will result in better networking and job interviews. Registration begins March 3rd.

Workshops with Dr. Rita Carey
Fridays, 9:30--11:00am

The 40+ Job Search: Make Your Age and Experience an Advantage

                                                                                                        January 10th

Change the myths about age and the hiring process. Market yourself with an age neutral resume that demonstrates your value.  

Registration is now open.

 

Interviewing at 40+                                                                       January 24th

Establish powerful responses to the 'overqualified' and 'overpriced' barriers that keep you from being hired when you are highly qualified. Prepare for salary negotiation and other age related questions.  

Registration begins December 27th.

 

The 40+ Job Search: Where Have All the Jobs Gone?             January 31st

Use your extensive experience to write a powerful LinkedIn Profile to be found by employers. Discover the best online job boards for your field and learn why experienced applicants seldom get interviews from job boards.  

Registration begins January 3rd.

 

The Seven Habits of the Highly Effective Job Seeker                February 7th

Learn how to apply the principles of Steven Covey's book, The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, to your job search process.  

Registration begins January 10th.

 

40+ and New Again                                                                       February 28th

Transitioning into a new job?? Learn how to navigate a new environment and ensure your new employer that you were an excellent choice!  

Registration begins January 31st.

 

Is Freelancing for You?                                                                       March 7th

More and more jobs are temporary or contract. Explore the options of building a career by freelancing.  

Registration begins February 7th.

Registration is required for all these programs.Please register by phone at 223-9091 or online at www.fairportlibrary.org.  

 

Support for many of these programs is generously provided by the Friends of the Fairport Public Library.



Until next time,

Tori Reilly
Fairport Public Library
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