Workshops
The North 40 Network presents the following workshops designed for experienced, college educated professionals. Hiring managers will share the details and nuances necessary to create your successful job search plan. You will become clear about your strengths, selling yourself through written and verbal communication, and negotiating your best offer.
Landing Your Next Job: A Road Map
This workshop reviews the big picture of the job search process and focuses on the starting point of the job search process – your strengths. Through assessments, you will identify your strengths to provide data for the job search documents (resumes and letters) and create the theme for your search. The North 40 Network workshops feature insights from consultants who have hired hundreds of professionals.
Resumes That Work
The resume is your marketing brochure. Come to the session ready to work. You will learn how to develop powerful accomplishment statements, determine the appropriate resume format the appropriate message delivery in the best light possible. Bring your current version(s).
Networking - Making Connections
Companies don’t hire people, people hire people. Create your network. Learn how to overcome the challenges of meeting people and how to present yourself in a positive manner. The goal is to overcome the anxiety of vulnerability and create your marketing statement and networking strategy.
The Interview
Learn about the different types of interviews now in use. The interview is your opportunity to tell how you can contribute to the success of the organization, and detail the features, advantages and benefits you bring to the party. Develop your script to make certain your strengths are presented effectively. Understand that the interview is a two way street, learn how to prepare, how to sell yourself and how to close.
Offer Negotiations
You have the offer, should you negotiate some details? This phase of the hiring process provides a forum to present conditions that are important to you. Employers expect some negotiating as it is the first step in what both you and the employer want in a long term relationship. This workshop will address the important strategies and tactics you will need to effectively negotiate the best possible offer.