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Lesson One: Introducing Yourself and Networking
7 Topics | 7 Quizzes
1.0 Getting Started
Quiz 1.0 What do you already know?
1.1 Formal and Informal Situations
Quiz 1.1 Formal and Informal Situations
1.2 Explaining What You Do
Quiz 1.2 Explaining What You Do
1.3 Networking in Person
Quiz 1.3 Networking in Person
1.4 Networking Online
Quiz 1.4 Networking Online
1.5 Tips for Networking
Quiz 1.5 Tips for Networking
1.6 Conclusion
Lesson One Final Quiz
Lesson Two: Resumes and Talking About Your Experience
7 Topics | 6 Quizzes
2.0 Getting Started
2.1 Resume / CV Overview
Quiz 2.1 Resume / CV Overview
2.2 Contact Details and Profile
Quiz 2.2 Contact Details and Profile
2.3 Work Experience
Quiz 2.3 Work Experience
2.4 Education, Skills, and Certificates
Quiz 2.4 Education, Skills, and Certificates
2.5 Resume Walk Throughs
Quiz 2.5 Resume Walk Throughs
2.6 Conclusion
Lesson Two Final Quiz
Lesson Three: Cover Letters
8 Topics | 7 Quizzes
3.0 Getting Started
3.1 Cover Letter Layout
Quiz 3.1 Cover Letter Layout
3.2 Date, Address, and Salutation
Quiz 3.2 Date, Address and Salutation
3.3 The First Paragraph
Quiz 3.3 The First Paragraph
3.4 The Second Paragraph
Quiz 3.4 The Second Paragraph
3.5 Final Paragraph and Closing
Quiz 3.5 Final Paragraph and Closing
3.6 Spectrums of Expression
Quiz 3.6 Spectrums of Expression
3.7 Conclusion
Lesson Three Final Quiz
Lesson Four: Searching, Applying, and Interviewing
6 Topics | 5 Quizzes
4.0 Getting Started
4.1 Searching and Applying
Quiz 4.1 Searching and Applying
4.2 Common Interview Questions
Quiz 4.2 Common Interview Questions
4.3 Interview Dos and Don’ts
Quiz 4.3 Interview Dos and Don’ts
4.4 Concluding the Interview
Quiz 4.4 Concluding the Interview
4.5 Conclusion
Lesson Four Final Quiz
Lesson Five: First Days on the Job
7 Topics | 6 Quizzes
5.0 Getting Started
5.1 First Interactions with Human Resources
Quiz 5.1 First Interactions with Human Resources
5.2 Expressing Doubt
Quiz 5.2 Expressing Doubt
5.3 Requesting Repetition
Quiz 5.3 Requesting Repetition
5.4 Rewording to Confirm
Quiz 5.4 Rewording to Confirm
5.5 Admitting Mistakes
Quiz 5.5 Admitting Mistakes
5.6 Conclusion
Lesson Five Final Quiz
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1.2 Explaining What You Do

Profile Get the Job Lesson One: Introducing Yourself and Networking 1.2 Explaining What You Do

In this topic, you will learn how to talk about your work, job, or studies. Learn how to easily explain your day-to-day responsibilities and describe your company, organization, or school.

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  • Download the worksheet below to review the descriptive verbs seen in this topic, and complete the activity to practice using them in your own words.
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  • Click “Quiz 1.2 Explaining What You Do” to test your understanding of this topic.
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