Career Development Workshops

Learn Strategies to Move Your Career Forward

Workshop Schedule When & Where: Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at the LasVegasSun.com Career Fair.
Time	Lecture Hall A
8:30 am – 9:30 am	Writing a Powerful Resume – Brought to You by the Las Vegas HR Community and Sponsored by Raptor Resume Top human resources professionals will share their expertise on what really works and the most common mistakes when it comes to writing a powerful resume. You’ll learn how to write the best resume for entry-level and established jobseekers.
9:45 am – 10:45 am	How to Apply Online – The Right Way The majority of all job applications now have to be completed online. Top human resources professionals will share insider tips on the best way to apply online and how to make sure your application moves forward in the screening process.
11:00 am – 12 noon	Writing a Powerful Resume – Brought to You by the Las Vegas HR Community and Sponsored by Raptor Resume Top human resources professionals will share their expertise on what really works and the most common mistakes when it comes to writing a powerful resume. You’ll learn how to write the best resume for entry-level and established jobseekers.
12:45 pm – 1:45 pm	Healthcare Careers are Recession Proof – How to Get Your Foot in the Door Are you interested in a medical career? Seven of the top ten fastest growing professions are in health care! Learn what it takes to jump into the health care industry. You’ll receive a free directory of all health care training programs available, compliments of the Southern Nevada Medical Industry Coalition.
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm	Navigating the Government Application Process – What is Really Required For many government agencies the application is the primary document used to evaluate qualifications. Its presentation is key to obtaining an interview. Attend this seminar to learn the elements that are required by the government to land a job.
Time	Lecture Hall B
8:30 am – 9:30 am	The Savvy Job Seeker’s Essential Toolkit – Learn to Master the New Rules for Career Success Great careers don't happen; they are strategically created. Whether you are a college student, recent graduate, career transitioner, or unemployed, learn how to master the new rules for career success.
9:45 am – 10:45 am	Social Networking – The Connections You Should be Using Social Networking websites are being used by top companies to search for qualified candidates. Find out how you should be successfully using LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook in your career search.
11:00 am – 12 noon	How to Land a Job in Las Vegas – Strategies for a Difficult Job Market Scott Linklater, the author of How to Land a Job in Las Vegas: Don’t Gamble with Your Career, will outline the key elements needed for getting a job in this extremely difficult job market. He was on the ropes, nearly lost everything, and now shares the stories from his own job hunt.
12:45 pm – 1:45 pm	Tired of a Nagging Boss – Own Your Own Business This is your chance to get all of the answers that you have been looking for about owning your own business and becoming your own boss. Christina Fuentes from Nevada Microenterprise Initiative will provide you with the information you need to get started, as well as answer your questions.
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm	Social Networking – The Connections You Should be Using Social Networking websites are being used by top companies to search for qualified candidates. Find out how you should be successfully using LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook in your career search.
Time	Lecture Hall C
8:30 am – 9:30 am	Financial Advice - How to Get Your Finances Straight in a Bad Economy You’ll hear from experts in the financial industry giving you advice on what you should and shouldn’t be doing with your money during difficult times.
9:45 am – 10:45 am	De-stress Your Job Search and Redesign Your Career - How to Manage Career Transition Learn how to maintain your emotional health while dealing with the effects of job loss or career transition. Participants will be encouraged to view job transition as an opportunity to re-design and re-package their careers.
11:00 am – 12 noon	Sales Professional - Is This the Career for Me Find out what skills you need to launch a successful sales career. Are you the right fit for a sales job and can you succeed in a sales position? You’ll learn more about what it really takes to be a Sales Professional in Las Vegas.
12:45 pm – 1:45 pm	Green Jobs - What Types of Jobs are Available Green Jobs are coming to Nevada through various government programs. In this panel discussion, you’ll learn more about the types of jobs that will be available and what companies will be hiring Green Jobs, as well as what qualifications will be required.
2:00 pm – 3:00pm	The Future of Technology Jobs in Las Vegas – Presented by TBAN (Technology Business Alliance of Nevada) Experts from top IT/technology companies will discuss the latest industry news and how it will affect Las Vegas jobs, including the latest gaming IT systems and the new medical records technology.

Career Fair & Resume Tips

Top Career Fair Tips

1. Bring plenty of resumes.
2. Wear business attire.
3. Research employers beforehand.
4. Leave the kids at home.
5. Know what job you want.
6. Attend free workshops.
7. Follow up with employers.

The Three C's of Writing a Superior Resume

• Your “objective” should clearly and definitively state the position or category of position for which you have interest.
• Your relevant work experience and accomplishments are easily identified at a glance.
• Focus on the results of your unique, tangible contributions to past employers.
• Describe cost-effective accomplishments in dollars and cents.

• Describe your work history, accomplishments, and education in less than two pages.
• Include enough “white space” to make it more readable.
• Use bullet points and short statement rather than complete paragraphs to describe work experience, accomplishments, and education.

• Ensure your resume does not show unexplained gaps in your career.
• List your most recent position first, followed with positions in descending chronological order.
• List your most recent educational experience first, followed by others in descending chronological order.
• Include pertinent specialty certifications, memberships, honors and awards.
• Do not include personal information, such as marital status and hobbies.
• Ensure your cover letter is addressed to the right person with the correct spelling, credentials, and title.