1.General Description of the Workshop:
In this workshop participants can increase their interpersonal effectiveness byunderstanding the impact of your communication style. Through this workshop,participants will be able to assess their own communication styles, and affirm andunderstand not only their own personalities and preferences, but also the preferencesof others. They will apply what they have learnt when writing their resumes and howto tailor it to the company's need. Further they will learn the basics of writing thecover letter according to the vacancy. Finally they will learn how to prepare for aninterview, how to effectively communicate their point of view when answering thequestions.
2.Workshop Objectives
By the end of this 2-day workshop, the participants will be able to:
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Assess communication styles;
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Affirm and understand personalities and preferences;
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Examine and apply a model for effective feedback;
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To identify the principles of effective communication;
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To recognize the power of non-verbal communication;
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Write their own resume and cover letter tailored to a specific job;
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Prepare for an interview mentally and physically;
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Handle different interview questions and understanding how to communicate with the interviewer;
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How to leave a positive impression in an interview.
3.Workshop Outline:
This 2-day workshop will cover the following topics:
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Myths and Realities of Communication.
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Variables in the Communication Process.
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Principles of Effective Communication.
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Resume writing and its components.
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Tailoring your resume.
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When to write a cover letter.
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Guidelines for writing cover letters.
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Preparing the interview.
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Structure of the interview.
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Traditional interview questions.
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Different types of interview questions.
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Leaving an impression that lasts.
4.Training Methodology:
The workshop is conducted in a highly interactive format, incorporating participant-centered learning activities such as pair and group work, case studies, and role plays.
The handouts are designed both as a learning tool to develop participant skills and knowledge during the workshop, and as a resource guide that includes learning objectives, individual exercises, and action plans.
5.Target Audience:
This workshop is designed especially for fresh graduates in all areas who wish tolearn to communicate more effectively during an interview or while working on their résumés, as well as any one who wishes to apply for a new challenging position.