Events

All seminars, workshops and career fairs that are free and open to the public will be listed on this page.  Many additional events we participate in may not be listed here for the privacy of the company or organization which may prefer anonymity.

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Past Events

The Internet Job Search

Date: June 18, 2020
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Johnson County Library-Online Programs

Learn successful techniques to manage all aspects of your Internet job search campaign from a multi-certified resume writer, career and personal branding coach. The following topics will be covered: LinkedIn and optimizing it’s usage in your networking, The new Social Networking and specific strategies for your job search, job searching online (including online classifieds), keywords and their usage, the reason you need an electronic resume, and doing company research and what you need to know. Attendees will need an ability to navigate Internet sites effectively and have an understanding of Microsoft Word.

Personal Branding: What is It and Why Do I Need One?

Date: June 11, 2020
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Johnson County Library-Online Programs

Learn why a Personal Brand is important and strategies for developing yours from a multi-certified resume writer and career coach. From passion and purpose, abilities, strengths and achievements, values and goals, target audience, and how you want to be perceived, discover how a personal brand raises your credibility, increases your visibility, influences others in a positive way, and establishes value. You will learn why a personal brand is an integral part of any job search, career management plan, new company or established company strategy. Book and additional resource recommendations are provided.

Blueprint for Success: The Career Portfolio

Date: May 28, 2020
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Johnson County Library-Online Programs

Learn career portfolio design, and the advantages of using your new portfolio in a job search, ongoing networking, and overall career management, from a multi-certified, award-winning resume writer, career, business and personal branding coach. Topics covered include: Why You Should Use a Portfolio, How to Use a Portfolio, Portfolio Elements, Putting It All Together, Using Work Samples, Multi-faceted Applications for a Portfolio, Why Everyone can have a Portfolio.

Interviewing Savvy

Date: May 21, 2020
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Johnson County Library-Online Programs

Do you cringe at the thought of being interviewed by a potential employer? Learn the art of interviewing successfully from a multi-certified resume writer, career and personal branding coach. The following topics will be covered:  Appearance, Actions, Dealing with Phone, Video and Text Interviews, The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Interviews, Types of Interviews including Behavioral Interviewing, Common Job Interview Mistakes, Typical Interview Questions, Illegal Job Interview Questions, Questions You Should Ask, and Questions Not To Ask During An Interview.

The Self-Directed Job Search – Effective Job Search Strategies

Date: May 14, 2020
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Johnson County Library-Online Programs

Learn effective techniques to manage all aspects of your job search campaign from a multi-certified resume writer, career and personal branding coach. The following topics will be covered:  Using the Job Boards to Your Advantage, The Hidden Job Market and How to Access It, Networking, Job Search Time Management and Tracking, Company Research, The Differences and Advantages of Headhunters, Personnel Agencies and Temporary Staffing, Job Fairs, and Utilizing Social Networks (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram).

Interviewing Savvy

Date: May 11, 2020
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Johnson County Library-Leawood Pioneer 4700 Town Center Drive, Overland Park, KS 66211

Do you cringe at the thought of being interviewed by a potential employer? Learn the art of interviewing successfully from a multi-certified resume writer, career and personal branding coach. The following topics will be covered:  Appearance, Actions, Dealing with Phone, Video and Text Interviews, The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Interviews, Types of Interviews including Behavioral Interviewing, Common Job Interview Mistakes, Typical Interview Questions, Illegal Job Interview Questions, Questions You Should Ask, and Questions Not To Ask During An Interview.

Creating Powerful Resumes and Cover Letters

Date: May 7, 2020
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Johnson County Library-Online Programs (Career and Finance)

Learn tips and techniques for writing successful resumes and cover letters from a multi-certified resume writer, career and personal branding coach. Topics covered include: Defining Your Employment Target and Why Targeted Resumes are a Must, Applicant Tracking Systems, Resume Keywords, Format and Structure, Utilizing Graphics in a Resume, How to Craft Standout Bullet Points, Using Periphery Career Information to your Advantage, PDF vs. Microsoft Word, Common Errors and Proofreading, Why Cover Letters are Important, and Honesty Is Everything.

Career Exploration and Transition: Discovering Your Ideal Career

Date: February 17, 2020
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Johnson County Library-Leawood Pioneer, 4700 Town Center Drive, Overland Park, KS 66211

Are you unsure of a career path? Do you want to change careers? Do you feel stuck in your current job? Learn about career exploration and transition from a multi-certified resume writer, career and personal branding coach. Topics covered include: Career Assessments, Career Passion/Enthusiasm, Identifying Strengths, Transferable Skills, Challenges-Actions-Results, Helpful Websites, O*Net Occupational Database, Informational Interviewing, Utilizing Contacts, Professional Development, Vocational Training, College/University Degrees, and Research and Organization.

The Internet Job Search

Date: January 22, 2020
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Johnson County Library-Cedar Roe Branch, 5120 Cedar St., Roeland Park, KS 66205

Learn successful techniques to manage all aspects of your Internet job search campaign from a multi-certified resume writer, career and personal branding coach. The following topics will be covered: LinkedIn and optimizing it’s usage in your networking, The new Social Networking and specific strategies for your job search, job searching online (including online classifieds), keywords and their usage, the reason you need an electronic resume, and doing company research and what you need to know. Attendees will need an ability to navigate Internet sites effectively and have an understanding of Microsoft Word.