1. Mock Interview Program
Visit RCareer today to sign-up for a 30-minute timeslot in January:
- Wed Jan 17th (9 to 12 pm and 2 to 4 pm)
- Wed Jan 24th (9 to 12 pm and 2 to 4 pm)
- Wed Jan 31st (9 to 12 pm and 2 to 4 pm
2. Video Interview & Creating Your Video Introduction with Ross MacPherson
January 16th, 5 to 6 pm – RSVP in RCareer!
FACT: In today’s job market, many companies (eg. EY Canada, Scotiabank, RBC, Goldman Sachs, Johnson & Johnson, Tim Hortons, and many others) are using video interviewing platforms as part of their recruiting process at the interview stage and the application stage. They’re also applying cognitive assessment software on the back-end to analyze your responses. It’s a game changer and requires specific insight and specific strategies to win.
We’ve invited two experts, Catharine Fennell, CEO of videoBIO and branding expert Ross Macpherson, President of Career Quest, to help you become “video ready” whether for a video interview OR in creating your individual video bio (an introduction you can use in your networking efforts and a complement to your resume that may be used by the Career Centre to highlight you to employers).
In this interactive 2-hour session, you’ll learn the finer points of how this technology works, how to craft your messaging, and how to appear at your best to win the video interview and create an effective video bio.
3. MBA Resume Rehab: Beyond the 1 Page Rotman Resume
January 29th, 3:30 to 6 pm – RSVP in RCareer!
In today’s job market, a good resume simply isn’t good enough…it has to be a powerful marketing tool that allows you to stand out among your toughest competition and showcases your value to an employer.
In this jam-packed working session, you will learn the latest advanced resume strategies from one of North America’s top resume writers, Ross Macpherson, who has helped thousands of MBA graduates, industry leaders and executives across the U.S., Canada and internationally. Prepare to take notes – this is NOT your average resume session!
Participants will learn:
- How to construct a Profile or Summary section that positions you for the role in a matter of seconds!
- How to write powerful content that sells your value, not just your experience
- The 3 different types of accomplishment statements (yes, there are 3)
- How to handle tricky situations (changing careers/industries, managing gaps, etc.)
- Participants will also leave with new content developed in-session
4. Maximize LinkedIn
January 30th, 4 to 5 pm – RSVP in RCareer!
Are you using LinkedIn to the fullest? Want to know what recruiters look for in your profile?
Come and hear from Mike Page, a Senior Relationship Manager with LinkedIn and Bruce Powell, Partner, IQ PARTNERS, Canada’s leading Executive Search & Recruitment firm.