Teleclass Programs

Advanced Resume Strategy
(Certified Resume Strategist Preparation Program)  

Available Dates:

4-Week Program (Participants must attend all 4 sessions)


    • March 4, 2010 1:00pm-2:00pm EST
    • March 11, 2010 1:00pm-2:00pm EST
    • March 18, 2010 1:00pm-2:00pm EST
    • March 25, 2010 1:00pm-2:00pm EST


    ULTIMATE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE

    The most comprehensive training program on resume strategy available for practitioners in Canada. If you take one program this year, this is the one!

     

    UNBELIEVABLE BOTTOM-LINE VALUE!

    With this program, you receive:

    • The 70-page CRS Certification Study Guide
    • A highly visual 50-page PowerPoint Presentation
    • Over 20 pages of Examples and Samples
    • Tons of techniques, tips, and tricks from Canada’s leading resume strategist!

    IF YOU TAKE ONE RESUME PROGRAM THIS YEAR, THIS IS IT!

     

     


    Program Leader:

    Sharon Graham is Founder and Executive Director of Career Professionals of Canada, President of Graham Management Group, and author of Best Canadian Resumes. Sharon has been instrumental in instituting advanced resume certification for professionals in Canada. Additionally, she has been featured in Canada’s leading media including The Globe and Mail, The Toronto Star, and Report on Business Television. As one of Canada’s leading resume writers, Sharon will provide you with sound advice and proven strategies to maximize your clients’ value.


    Description:

    This comprehensive, interactive program consists of four one-hour sessions. Lectures, interactive discussions, exercises with a study buddy, and follow-up assignments will enable participants to actively develop their skills. To supplement the program, you will be provided with a copy of the 70+ page Certified Resume Strategist Study Guide.

    MODULE 1

    In this introductory module, you will learn to how to approach your role as resume strategist from a marketing perspective. A significant foundation-building exercise with a client will help you to implement important techniques to gain clarity about your client and his/her target.

    • The Resume’s Application as a Marketing Tool
    • Addressing Elimination Factors
    • Understanding your Product and the Target
    • Planning for the Perfect Resume

    MODULE 2

    You will learn how to recognize and conquer most of the grammatical problems common to resumes. You will study and apply the innovative Value Proposition theory as part of a solid career brand.

    • Examining the Language of Resumes
    • Applying Grammar Appropriately
    • Thinking and Writing Strategically
    • Developing Your Client's Value Proposition

    MODULE 3

    This module will spotlight every section of the resume and illuminate areas that must be addressed and ones that should be minimized. You will learn to showcase your clients' career histories by creating SMART impact statements for them. Through actual application, you will be able to strategically quantify your clients' achievements, accomplishments, and results.

    • Designing a Powerful Qualifications Summary
    • Creating a High-Impact Career History
    • Highlighting Education Effectively
    • Including Supplementary Resume Components

    MODULE 4

    This module will focus exclusively on resume design and formatting strategy. You will learn how to exploit creative design strategies and advanced features in Word to create spectacular documents.

    • Understanding how Design Encourages Readability
    • Taking Advantage of Creative Formatting
    • Incorporating Professional Design Elements
    • Making your Client Stand Out


    Cost:

    • Members: $380 per participant
    • Non-Members: $495 per participant

     

    Register:

    To give you highly personalized attention and mentoring, class sizes are limited to 10 participants.

    If you are serious about advancing your expertise in resume writing, or if you are considering applying for your Certified Resume Strategist (CRS) Certification, this teleclass is designed to help you achieve your goal!

    SIGN UP: Download Teleclass Registration Form (pdf)


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