Mainely Change: Getting Back to Work workshop

Sunday, April 22, 2012

Getting Back to Work workshop

On Wednesday, April 25th, at the Falmouth Memorial Library, I'll be presenting Getting Back to Work, a workshop designed for women and men who wish to re-enter the workforce after time spent out of the job market. My workshop will include tips on writing resumes and cover letters, interviewing, searching for work online, networking online and in person, and developing confidence to land your dream job. Anyone who is currently conducting a job search or contemplating starting one is invited to attend.

I used to critique resumes on a monthly basis at the library. As I met with people to discuss their resumes, I found that the majority of people who sought my advice were women returning to work after time spent raising children. Hearing their stories inspired me to create this workshop. With unemployment currently standing at about 8% in Maine, the competition for every new job posting is fierce. We all need to take advantage of as many practical tools and resources as we can to ensure job search success.

Detials: Getting Back to Work will be presented on Wednesday, April 25, 2012, from noon to 2:30 p.m. at the Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Rd., Falmouth, Maine. For more information, contact the library at 781-2351 or leave a comment below.

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Rave Reviews for Elizabeth

By job-seeker Laura D.:
Attention to detail, careful wordsmithing, and a strong marketing background are the tools Beth applied to my resume and cover letter, giving them both punch and clarity. Her gift for brainstorming provides a wealth of choices from words to formats. By the end of our session, I felt the final product really represented me at my best. Working with Beth is a joy.

By job-seeker Elaine F.:
Beth has a positive attitude, and her knowledge of writing and expertise in resumes has been of great assistance to me.

By job-seeker Risa:
Beth is great at brainstorming ideas on a topic of choice. For me, it was where to look for jobs that interest me. After working with Beth, I have a great resume and I learned how to write a top-notch letter of interest.

By former colleague & client Mary Ann:
Beth is a talented and skilled professional writer. Beth and I were colleagues at Publishers Clearing House. In addition to writing persuasive sales copy, she was valued for coming up with creative interactive games and other innovative components that were included in the company's direct mail packages. She led a design team to create mailings that increased revenue. Most recently I have hired Beth as a freelance writer for DaVita. She is exceptional. Her ability to take complex medical topics and write informative articles at a level that the general population can understand showcases her aptitude and writing versatility. Beth is able to capture the tone and voice of any client, stay true to brand, and turn around work quickly without sacrificing quality. I highly recommend Beth for concept work and copywriting.