Course Details
Marketing Me — Write a CV that employers want to read
26 Mar 2013
Professional Development
Communication
Write Limited
Level 9, Baldwins Centre
342 Lambton Quay
Wellington
New Zealand
Level 9, Baldwins Centre342 Lambton QuayWellingtonNew Zealand
Half Day
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$290.00
excluding GST per person
excluding GST per person
If you’re facing redundancy, having to reapply for your job because of a restructure, or just looking for a change, you’ll need to create a CV that will win you an interview.
Drawing on research and insights from employers and recruitment companies, this half-day workshop covers the techniques and tips that will get your CV noticed and get you in the door. You’ll learn how to create a base CV that you can tailor to match different job descriptions. And you’ll hear about employers’ must haves and pet hates.
Outcomes
This workshop is for anyone who needs to create, or update, a CV that will give you the best chance of getting an interview.
Topics
Getting into the employer’s head
Understanding the employer’s perspective and likely behaviour
Creating a connection with the employer so they want to meet you — understanding the heuristics of influence and decision making
Getting the content right
Understanding the features of a CV that suits today’s competitive marketplace
Learning how to ‘read’ a job description
Selecting and organising content to highlight skills and experience without being repetitive
Highlighting the best of your character without overselling
Writing an informative summary of yourself
Finishing and polishing your CV
Using a covering letter template that is simple and effective
Using a contemporary format that says something about you
Using language clearly and powerfully — top tips that will make your writing clear and succinct
Training customised for your team
You can have a unique training programme customised especially for your organisation. Contact us to talk about your training needs, dates, and fees. Email training@write.co.nz. Or call us on 04 384 6447 or 0800 4WRITE (0800 497 483).
Who this training is for
Attend this workshop if you need to create, or update, a CV that will give you the best chance of getting an interview.
Testimonials
‘As ever, Write courses have me rushing at the door, anxious to put what I've learnt into action!’ Juliet Price, Parliamentary Counsel Office
'Useful as I prepare for my next job application!' John Winter, Commerce Commission
'I learnt a lot of how a present CV should be written, as my last CV was written 14 years ago.' Basil Isaac, Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand
Drawing on research and insights from employers and recruitment companies, this half-day workshop covers the techniques and tips that will get your CV noticed and get you in the door. You’ll learn how to create a base CV that you can tailor to match different job descriptions. And you’ll hear about employers’ must haves and pet hates.
Outcomes
This workshop is for anyone who needs to create, or update, a CV that will give you the best chance of getting an interview.
Topics
Getting into the employer’s head
Understanding the employer’s perspective and likely behaviour
Creating a connection with the employer so they want to meet you — understanding the heuristics of influence and decision making
Getting the content right
Understanding the features of a CV that suits today’s competitive marketplace
Learning how to ‘read’ a job description
Selecting and organising content to highlight skills and experience without being repetitive
Highlighting the best of your character without overselling
Writing an informative summary of yourself
Finishing and polishing your CV
Using a covering letter template that is simple and effective
Using a contemporary format that says something about you
Using language clearly and powerfully — top tips that will make your writing clear and succinct
Training customised for your team
You can have a unique training programme customised especially for your organisation. Contact us to talk about your training needs, dates, and fees. Email training@write.co.nz. Or call us on 04 384 6447 or 0800 4WRITE (0800 497 483).
Who this training is for
Attend this workshop if you need to create, or update, a CV that will give you the best chance of getting an interview.
Testimonials
‘As ever, Write courses have me rushing at the door, anxious to put what I've learnt into action!’ Juliet Price, Parliamentary Counsel Office
'Useful as I prepare for my next job application!' John Winter, Commerce Commission
'I learnt a lot of how a present CV should be written, as my last CV was written 14 years ago.' Basil Isaac, Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand