Resumé Writing and Interview Preparation

Market your strengths and accomplishments

The workshop gives you the tools to market your strengths and accomplishments. The training focuses on how to communicate effectively what you have to offer using the written word. You will learn techniques and strategies for communicating successfully your strengths and accomplishments. The planning and organization of your resume and cover letter, together with your choice of words, will distinguish you from other competing candidates.

The workshop is interactive and fun, making use of examples and case studies, with opportunities for individual feedback from the trainer.

Program content

  • How to analyze the job description and personnel specification in terms of the required knowledge, skills and abilities
  • How to write your resume objective
  • How to prepare a chronological resume
  • Writing tips on how to relate your accomplishments to the specific requirements of the job
  • How to develop responses based on your own achievements and experience
  • What to include of your hobbies and interests
  • How to format your resume
  • What to put in the cover letter

Learning objectives

  • Plan and organize your resume and cover letter to communicate the best possible fit between the job requirements and your qualifications and experience
  • Choose words that market your strengths and accomplishments to your best advantage
  • Maximize your chances of being selected for interview
  • Build on the statements in your resume in the actual interview

Who should attend

  • All employees at any level who wish to maximize their chances of being selected for a job interview on the basis of a resume and cover letter.

for more information or to book a course, contact us.