Stand out in the Crowd: Job Hunting Tips from the Pros

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Thursday, February 13th, 2014
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Job hunting is not for the faint of heart in today�s competitive buyer�s market. With more applicants for jobs than ever before, how do you � the professional communicator � break through the resume vortex to secure an interview and score a new job?

Whether you�re looking for a first job, thinking about making a change or just examining your career options, this panel of experts � from industry, search firms and more -- is tailored to your needs. At this joint CPRS-VI/IABC event, you can learn the secrets of successful job hunting.

Invest a couple of hours to learn from industry experts as they talk about current employment trends, give you tips to make your resume work twice as hard and help you nail an interview. Our panelists:
Deb Alcadinho, Networking Strategist & Business Builder, founder of Westshore Women's Business Network
Russel Lolacher, Director of Web and Social Media - BC Transportation
Karen Russell, Account Manager, Talentcor, a recruiting agency in the public and private sectors

Scope of discussion:

Observations, experiences and realities of Greater Victoria's current job market
What are employers looking for - on paper, online, in the interview, via the grapevine?
What are some of the common mistakes we make when searching for work?
Mastering the resume, online and off

Door prizes!

One hour free consultation with a professional recruiter, value $150.
One hour free consultation with a networking specialist, value $150.
Resume and cover letter prepared by a professional writer, value $250.

Jointly organized by the Canadian Public Relations Society - Vancouver Island branch and the International Association of Business Communicators - BC.