Events & Reunions
Turning Accomplishments Into Stories: Communicate More Effectively in Interviews
Sponsored by:
Tufts Alumni Boston & Tufts Alumni Career Services
Location: Dowling Hall, Room 745
419 Boston Avenue, Medford
Parking is available in Dowling Garage, 419 Boston Ave, $5 per car | See Map
When: Thursday, October 15, 2009, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm (iCal)
Description
Are you reciting facts ....or telling your story? Over the course of a career, creating and maintaining professional relationships is a key factor in achieving goals and career satisfaction. In today's economy, every job interview qualifies as a "main event." For those who are engaged in a job search or pursuing professional development, each face-to-face encounter is a unique opportunity to showcase skills, highlight professional experiences and create a lasting positive impression. This session focuses on how to describe career accomplishments using the characteristics of story-telling to increase your effectiveness in job interviews and career conversations.
Topics include the following:
- Create a story line using the PAR (Problem, Action, Result) format.
- Choose details that add color and dimension to career examples
- Use pauses, tone and inflection to attract and keep the interviewer's attention
- Deliver content with interest and enthusiasm
Trisha Griffin-Carty, Principal of GriffinCarty Communications, is an experienced career and communications coach who specializes in tools for "getting your message across" in the workplace; she will include time for practice opportunities and feedback from your fellow alums.
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Cost
There is no charge for this program.
Contact
Leslie Warner at leslie.warner@tufts.edu.