Career Management Webinar Series, fall 2009

How to Use LinkedIn to Build Your Personal Brand & Tap the Hidden Job Market

Guest Presenter, Glenn Gutmacher, Vice President of Arbita Consulting and Educational Services (ACES)
Thursday, September 10, 2009, 12 – 1:30 PM EDT

Whether you're introverted or extroverted, the internet has created new ways for any job-seeker to make an impact with recruiters and hiring managers. Today's "Web 2.0" methods build upon traditional methods for networking and building one's personal brand, cost nothing and require no technical background, but are little-known. If you've wondered how to really tap online social networking for career development and to fortify your personal brand—or reinvent yourself as a career changer—this fast-moving 90-minute online webinar is for you!

LinkedIn Webinar video
LinkedIn Webinar FAQs (pdf)
LinkedIn Webinar slide deck (pdf)

Networking: Sharing Ideas and Information

Presented by Alumni Career & Professional Development
Thursday, October 8, 2009, 12 – 1 PM EDT
 

Whether you are seeking career management resources, making a career transition, interested in networking or recruiting fellow HBS alumni, Alumni Career Services is here to support you throughout your career. This presentation will include an overview of the importance of networking, ideas on developing your positioning statement and networking plan, and ways to access and contact your HBS network.

Networking Webinar video
Networking Webinar slide deck (pdf)

Moving Away from Corporate: Forging Ahead as an Independent Consultant

Guest Presenter, Pam Puryear, PhD, HBS MBA '88, President of Claritas Consulting Group
Wednesday, November 4, 2009, 12 – 1 PM EST
 

Thinking about leaving a corporate position to exercise your entrepreneurial muscles as a consultant or independent contractor? Explore the key factors required to translate your content expertise into a consulting practice. Learn the consulting process, effective client management techniques, and client service skills that will enable you to deliver real value to your clients.

Consultant Webinar video
Consultant Webinar slide deck (pdf)

Resume Writing

Presented by Alumni Career & Professional Development
Wednesday November 18, 2009, 12 – 1 PM EST
 

The resume is an opportunity to market yourself to a prospective employer. It should be succinct, target an employer's needs, and distinguish you from your competitors. Write a more effective resume by focusing on self- assessment to start the process, reviewing formats and design, and understanding how to best present your experience.

Resume Writing Webinar video
Resume Writing Webinar slide deck (pdf)

eBaker: Tap into On-line Resources and Research

Presented by Alumni Career & Professional Development and Baker Library Services
December 2, 2009, 12 – 1 PM EST
 

An introduction to online resources, outline in-person research assistance available to you and provide sources for guidance on researching specific topics and staying up to date.

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