Lectures:

Catagory: Career Workshops

Darren R. Petronella, M.S.

Fee: $175 per hour

Contact: Darren R. Petronella

Phone Number: 516-510-5449

E-mail: bdpetro@hotmail.com

Address: Available upon request

Description:

Lectures

Career Decision Making and Planning (60-120 minutes; 2-3 sessions recommended but can be done in 1 session)

This interactive workshop will engage participants in assessing and matching their interests, abilities, values, personality, needs and goals with the world of work. Through hands-on informal and formal activities and exercises, participants will gain heightened self-awareness and learn easy yet effective tools to pursue career exploration.

Career Research Using the Internet (60-120 minutes; 2-3 sessions recommended but can be done in 1 session)

The Internet is an amazing and helpful tool with any research needs. However, it can also seem overwhelming with the millions of websites out there. This workshop will teach participants where to go online to find out concrete and credible career information on careers, industries, companies, and related college and training programs.

Resume Writing and Cover Letter Preparation (60-120 minutes; 3 sessions recommended but can be done in 1 session)

This workshop series is a MUST for anyone who needs a job and wants to get one quickly! Resumes and cover letters are a crucial component of the job search process. While there are many resources and services out there for consumers, this workshop will teach participants how to effectively utilize software to generate professional looking documents that will stand out above the crowd. While computer knowledge is helpful, it is not required to get started.

Job Search Strategies (60-120 minutes; 2 sessions recommended but can be done in 1 session)

Navigating the challenging job market can feel like an overwhelming task. This workshop will expand your resources, teach you how to conduct a multi-faceted job search process, market yourself and prepare you to beat the competition. Resume writing, cover letter preparation, dressing for success and networking will be addressed.

Using Microsoft Word to Prepare Your Job Search Documents! (60-120 minutes; 3-4 sessions recommended but can be done in 1 session)

This interactive workshop shows some "tricks and tips" to help make your resume, cover letter and thank you letter look perfect and professional. We begin with a general overview of Microsoft Word and its many functions and applications. Then, we go over the basics of resume, cover letter and thank you letter writing. Finally, we integrate the lecture with the software and create polished documents that you will be proud of and can use immediately!

Job Interviews: Impress and Achieve Success! (60-120 minutes; 2-3 sessions recommended but can be done in 1 session)

Interviewing for a job can be a nerve-wracking experience. Come and learn how to effectively prepare yourself before and during the interview, as well as what you can do afterwards to increase your chances of getting hired. Resume writing and cover letter preparation will be addresses, in addition to dressing for success. As part of this workshop, participants will be invited to engage in mock interviews, which will be followed by important feedback sessions. If you are anxious about interviewing this workshop series is a MUST!

Do What You Are: How Your Personality Influences Your Career Choice (60-120 minutes; 2-3 sessions recommended but can be done in 1 session)

What type are you? How does your personality style related to the right career? Explore aspects of your natural preferences and learn how you can use this important information to make the satisfying career decisions.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel (60-120 minutes; 2-3 sessions recommended but can be done in 1 session)

Learn how to use this important tool to create charts and tables and even budgets! This tool is commonly used in business and work settings but individuals also utilize its many functions to keep organized.

Introduction to Microsoft Power Point (60-120 minutes; 2-3 sessions recommended but can be done in 1 session)

Come learn how to create and develop your own slide shows and presentations using Microsoft Power Point! This user-friendly tool is great for work or how and allows you to incorporate digital pictures, clip art, graphics, sound effects, music for a crative and impressive presentation! This is a two-part workshop; please try to attend both sessions.