This free webinar was recorded for the EFA in June 2024. Access the webinar here.
Before attending the webinar, please read:
- Kim’s target job description
- Emma’s target job description
Please draft your accomplishment statements for Kim in this Google Doc
The case studies discussed in this webinar are:
The resources mentioned in this webinar are:
- Henville (2024), “Ethically Compiling an Editing Portfolio,” EFA and (2021), “The Ethics of Online Portfolios: How Should Editors Showcase their Skills and Experience?,” Editors Weekly
- Henville (2023), The Second Retreat Workbook
- Knight (2016), “How to Get the Most Out of an Informational Interview,” Harvard Business Review
- Knight (2024), “How to Address a Resume Gap When Switching Careers,” Harvard Business Review
- Audience recommendations: reddit.com/r/AskHR and reddit.com/r/resumes
- Green (2007-present), Ask A Manager — I love Alison Green’s blog, which is primarily targeted at employees, but does also have advice for freelancers. Some of my favourite of her resume tips include:
Source: Ask A Manager, 27 March 2024.
Source: Ask A Manager, 5 June 2024
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