What is Linkedin?LinkedIn is the leading online professional directory of individuals and companies. LinkedIn (linkedin.com) has over 85 million members in more than 200 countries, including executives from every Fortune 500 company. Individuals use LinkedIn for professional networking, connecting, and job searching. Companies use LinkedIn for recruiting and for providing company information to prospective employees. LinkedIn members can search for jobs, join groups, research companies, and network with members of their network. Companies can post information about the company and job listings on company pages. Companies can also contact LinkedIn members for recruiting purposes.
Work Studies Online Task - Linkedin ProfileOnline CV/Profile Assignment - Work Studies Due: Ongoing
Student Task: Create your own Work Studies Website and Curriculum Vitae (Online Employability Profile) Year 9 students will create this through www.weebly.com and year 10 students will create this through www.linkedin.com A Work Studies Website and curriculum vitae (or CV) are an expanded version of a resume. Unlike a resume, a Work Studies Website and CV are generally an in depth analysis of how employable you are. While longer than a resume, the Work Studies Website and CV should be written in a clear and concise format essentially, making you very attractive to a future employer. Your Work Studies Website and CV should contain a relatively complete list of your academic and professional experiences. We suggest you brainstorm and list all possible experiences, trainings, etc. as they come to mind. You can then work through them to develop your Work Studies Website and CV. Please view my Linkedin profile to see the end result https://www.linkedin.com/pub/nathan-hitchcock/8a/747/b74 How to Write a Career ObjectiveSomewhere in your application an employer is looking for you to express your career aspirations. It may be stated in your cover letter or it could head up your resume document. Some employer application forms may also pose questions to help get information from future applicants about their career goals.
So what is it? A career objective is a brief statement of your career direction or a specific career goal that you would like to achieve. It is a personalised statement that clearly defines what you want to achieve through this application. It links your goals to the key attributes sought by an employer or those necessary to perform well in an occupation or industry sector. They are not easy to write and there is no perfect style but here are some general guidelines:
The career objective needs to be meaningful to add value to your written application document. If your statements are too general, they do not convey much meaning to an employer so avoid statements such as “a challenging position with a progressive company that provides opportunity for advancement. This might mean something to you but conveys little to an employer about your personal direction as it is not specific enough. Employers look for candidates who can demonstrate career planning skills. Your objective is an opportunity to focus the reader on your goals and articulate your career aspirations. Here's an example of how being specific gives the reader a better idea of what you want to achieve. 'To attain a graduate position with an entrepreneurial biotechnology company that provides opportunity to use both my scientific knowledge and customer service skills.' Here are some other examples: To gain a position as Technical Officer bringing my chemistry skills, strong attention to detail and personal attributes of enthusiasm and willingness to learn into the organisation. I would like to build a career in the public sector in Public Health Administration applying the discipline knowledge gained from my degree and my skills as an organiser and team player. As the first introduction to an employer your written documents play an important part in the application process. Take the time to produce tailored and detailed documents that show your strengths and personality. Career Planning Activity - Please CompletePlease download the following file and answer the questions about your possible career pathways.
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Assignment Sheet #1Please click the file below and download your assignment sheet. You are to create a Linkedin Profile, not a Weebly website.
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Assignment Sheet #2Please click the file below and use in relation to your Work Experience Placement. The instructions are included in the file/document below. Please combine both files together after printing. Ask your teacher for clarification if you are confused
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