Report on Job Seeking Coaching Workshop Attended by the EMET students.

Report on Job Seeking Coaching Workshop Attended by the EMET group

Event Theme: Jobseeking coaching session

Date : 20th July 2023

Time: 17:00 - 18:30

Venue: Virtual session

Jobseekers Attended: 52

Speakers: Simangele Mphahlele and Team

Jobseekers Designation:?EMET?| the University of Johannesburg, University of Pretoria, and University of Fort Hare Students

Introduction:?

This virtual jobseeking coaching session aimed to equip the students with the essential skills and knowledge required for a successful job search and to enhance their employability prospects. This report aims to overview the workshop, its objectives, and key takeaways.

Workshop Objectives:

- Understand the job market: Learn about current trends, demands, and opportunities in the job market to stay updated and make informed decisions.

- Identify career goals and interests: Reflect on personal skills, strengths, and interests to identify suitable career paths and set career goals.

- Improve resume writing skills: Learn how to create a compelling and tailored resume highlighting relevant skills and experiences for each job application.

- Enhance interview skills:?Gain confidence and practice interview techniques, including answering common interview questions, showcasing strengths, and addressing weaknesses.

- Develop networking strategies: Learn about the importance of networking and how to build professional connections for job opportunities, mentorship, and industry insights.

- Utilize online job search platforms: Discover various online job portals, understand how to navigate them effectively, and maximize job search results

- Improve communication skills: Enhance verbal and written communication skills to present oneself professionally

- To stay focused and maintain career goals, Including professional dress codes for different industries

- And harness transferable skills:?Identify and articulate transferable skills to explore opportunities in different industries or job roles.

Key Takeaways:

- Clarity and identification of career goals and interests.

- Improved resume writing skills to create effective and tailored resumes.

- Enhanced interview skills, including answering common questions and showcasing strengths.

- Utilization of online job search platforms to maximize results

- Creation of a professional online presence and personal branding.

- Improved communication skills for effective workplace interactions.

- And goals setting, creating action plans, and staying organized throughout the job search

Conclusion: The Job Seeking Coaching Workshop provided the students with valuable guidance and essential skills for a job search success job search. Students left the session confident and motivated.

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