Job Search 101: the fundamentals

Name: Job Search 101: the fundamentals
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An introduction to be successful and land an awesome job!

Created byLinda G Robert

Last updated 2/2025

English

What you'll learn

Understand the required skills for the job search process
Understand which resume model to use and start your resume
Be better prepared for interviews and to answer the typical interview questions
Discover techniques to tap into unadvertised job opportunities

Course content

5 sections • 24 lectures • 1h 22m total length

Introduction0:32
discover practical answers to the fundamentals of job searching, including resumes, interview preparation, and leveraging the hidden job market to guide your journey.
Introduce Yourself and write down your goals0:56
Introduce yourself and articulate your goals for the course, sharing intentions in the comments to help the instructor support your learning.
What is job search3:59
Learn the structured, proactive job search process to find opportunities that align with your skills and goals, including research, tailored resumes, networking, and organized applications.
Hidden and visible job market3:09
Explore the hidden and visible job market by combining online postings with networking and informational interviews to uncover opportunities not yet posted and broaden your reach.
Identifying Your ideal employers9:48
Define your ideal employer by criteria beyond salary—benefits, hours, culture, team, growth, and education—and use LinkedIn to identify them and rate criteria in a table.
Networking and it's importance6:27
Learn how to network effectively by building genuine relationships, leveraging your existing network, and using authentic conversations, follow-ups, informational interviews, and a concise elevator pitch.
Review Course0:29
Review the course and share your feedback, including a five-star rating, to help improve the course for future learners.

The sections of the resume3:44
Explore the sections of a resume—header, professional summary, work experience in reverse chronological order, education, and skills—and tailor content with measurable results to secure interviews.
the chronological c.v.1:09
The chronological resume is a traditional format, listing jobs in reverse chronological order to show career progression and provide a clear timeline for employers, especially with a stable work history.
skills based resume1:24
Learn to craft a functional, skills-based resume that groups experiences by skills like leadership, communication, and project management, highlighting transferable abilities for career changers, recent graduates, or gaps.
Other documents required0:20
Identify additional documents beyond the resume, including a cover letter, references, and a police check, and learn their role in the job search as covered in this section.
the cover letter2:24
Craft a tailored cover letter that introduces yourself and explains why you fit the role. Address the hiring manager by name and highlight enthusiasm and skills.

How to prepare for interviews2:24
Prepare for interviews by presenting yourself confidently, researching the company, and practicing common questions for virtual (zoom) and in-person formats.
Preparing for interviews: Things to consider11:42
Understand interviews as a two-way assessment and prepare by researching the company, reviewing the job posting, and highlighting job and soft skills for telephone, informal, formal, and group formats.
Preparing for video interviews5:44
Prepare for video interviews by optimizing your Zoom setup with a clear background or green screen, use a good camera, and practice in advance with a friend.
Typical interview questions12:45
Explore typical interview questions, including tell me about yourself, experience and accomplishments, and star formula; learn to answer why this company, strengths, weaknesses, and follow-up strategies.

Introduction to this section: common questions0:32
Explore the fundamentals of job searching by answering common questions about resumes, interview preparation, and the hidden job market. Learn practical guidance for starting or refining your search.
Common questions about the resume3:32
Highlight your resume's accomplishments with strong action verbs and quantified results, include keywords from the job description, tailor for ATS-friendly formatting, and address gaps with evidence.
Common questions about how to choose the right resume1:32
Choose the best resume type based on your work history and job. Use chronological for a steady path, functional for gaps or changes, or hybrid, tailoring with specific, quantifiable examples.
Common questions about interviews3:26
Prepare by researching company and job, align skills, practice with star method, plan attire, bring resumes and references, ask questions, and follow up with a thank-you email within 24 hours.
Common questions about the hidden job market3:07
Discover how the hidden job market operates, why it's critical for access through internal referrals and networking, and how to use LinkedIn and professional networks to uncover unadvertised opportunities.
Common questions about the job search process in general2:32
Structure your daily job search like a job, dedicating hours to researching openings, tailoring resumes, and networking. Log progress, set goals, and stay motivated with self-care, online courses, and workshops.

End of fundamentals course0:38
Advance your job search fundamentals with the ultimate guide, adding a resume model, hidden job market strategies, interview techniques, and networking to land your dream job.
Thank you0:38
Elevate your job search with the ultimate guide, including a new resume model and hidden job market strategies. Acquire interview techniques and networking insights to land your dream job.

Requirements

no prior knowledge of job search
computer skills and access to a word processor (MS Word)

Description

Have you been working at the same job for a while, and now you want a new challenge?

Have you been sending your resume and not getting a response?

Are you looking for your first job and not sure where to start?

By taking this slightly over one-hour crash course and following my guidance you will succeed and you’ll be well on your way to find a job you love!

Whether you were laid off, looking for a new career, or a first job, this one-hour introductory course will provide you with the fundamentals of what you need to know to be successful in your job search.

In this introductory course, you'll learn:

what job search is,
about the hidden and visible job market,
how to choose the right resume and
how to prepare for the job interview
and much more.

Once you complete this introductory course, you will be

more confident to start your job search
able to find job postings you are interested in
more prepared for the job interview and will succeed

Job search doesn’t have to be complicated. It’s a process that’s easy to learn. I’ve created this course to make job search an easy process for you.

I can't wait to see you in the course.

Who this course is for:

professional looking to transition into a new role
job seekers at all stages of their career who want to build a strong foundation in the job search process
recent graduate entering the workforce
someone re-entering the job market after a break

Job Search 101: the fundamentals

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Course content

Introduction7 lectures • 25min

The documents: The Resume5 lectures • 9min

How to prepare for interviews4 lectures • 33min

Additionnal questions: the resume, interviews, hidden job market and job search6 lectures • 15min

Thank you2 lectures • 1min

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