5-Day Job Search Workshop

Our free 5-Day Job Search Workshop is at the core of our program, developed to teach valuable up to date job-seeking skills with a ready-made support group. The 5 Day Workshops are held quarterly in February, May, August and October.

Our comprehensive 5-Day Job Search Workshop will help you …
  • Identify your skills, build your brand, and communicate your expertise to potential employers.
  • Develop a job search business plan, and tap into the “hidden job market.”
  • Expertly network for valuable contacts and employ online networking tools.
  • Tailor compelling résumés and cover letters to fit targeted job openings.
  • Practice mock interviews—to prepare for the real thing.
  • Renew and maintain your energy to stay on target through career transition.

5-DAY JOB SEARCH WORKSHOP

Class Summaries
 
Day 1
 
INTRODUCTION TO JOB SEARCHING
 
Provides job search foundation in the current marketplace, particularly for those facing unemployment for the first time or after a sudden job loss. Topics: Managing the transition, assessing and presenting yourself.

DAY 2
 
“PARs”: ACCOMPLISHMENT STATEMENTS
 
Focus on telling an individuals’ success stories in short, concise power statements called “PARs” (Problem/Action/Result) for used in resumes, cover letters and during
interviews.
 
DAY 3
 
RESUMES & COVER LETTERS
 
Participants write or re-work existing resumes using recommended guidelines and formats. Then review cover letters focused on specific job requirements.
 
DAY 4
 
MARKETING & NETWORKING
 
Focus is on creating marketing and business plan for each participant, career networking, and informational interview techniques.
 
DAY 5
 
INTERVIEWS & NEGOTIATIONS
 
Participants engage in interview role-playing, prepare answers to potential interview questions and review negotiations strategies. Mock interviews, by Marin Professional members, conclude the session with constructive feedback
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All Workshop classes 9:30 am to 3:30 pm, except where noted, Orientations 1 – 2:30 pm

2020* QUARTERLY 5-DAY WORKSHOPS
*(2019 Workshops concluded as of October)

FEBRUARY:
Fri. 2/7 ● Mon. 2/10 ● Tues. 2/11 ● Wed. 2/12 ● Fri 2/14

MAY:
Fri. 5/8 ● Mon. 5/11 ● Tues. 5/12 ● Wed. 5/13 ● Fri. 5/15

AUGUST:
Fri. 8/7 ● Mon. 8/10 ● Tues. 8/11 ● Wed. 8/12 ● Fri. 8/14

OCTOBER:
Fri. 10/9 ● Mon. 10/12 ● Tues. 10/13 ● Wed. 10/14 ● Fri. 10/16

CLASS TIMES:
All classes 9:30 am - 3:30 pm, except Day 2: 1 - 4 pm

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