Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida Career Expo & Diversity Job Fair
November 18, 2011 11-3pm Amway Center, Orlando, Florida
November 18, 2011 11-3pm Amway Center, Orlando, Florida
Schedule of Breakout Sessions (Free)
All career sessions are free to attend and located in Fairwinds Tower on the Promenade level with the job fair. Please look for directional signs or ask any volunteers. The career expo is designed to give you information you can take home with you today to help you in your job search and career.
Breakout Session Schedule
11:15-11:50 Proven Interview Strategies that Work in Todays’ Difficult Job Market
The competition for many jobs is fierce. This session will give you the information you need to understand how to interview and get the job. If you understand what the interviewer is looking for, you have a great advantage.
SPEAKER: Mikaela Nix, Esquire Founder & Pres. Collegiate Staffing USA
12:00-12:35 What the Movies Can Teach Us About Effective Resumes & Cover Letters.
The resume is changing. This powerful session will provide valuable information on what employers are looking for in today’s job market. This session will also let you know how to optimize your resume and cover letter for applicant tracking systems.
SPEAKER: Andrew Pearl, CPRW & CEO Precision Resumes, Inc.
12:45-1:20 Job Search Strategies for Senior Professionals and Executives
Tired of applying to jobs and never hearing back from the employer and you are sure you can do the job? It isn’t your skills stopping you; it is your job search strategy. Your experience is on the job, not getting the job. Robert is an expert in job search strategy and this session is a must if you want to know how to position your job search.
SPEAKER: Robert Newland, President Newland Associates
1:30-2:05 LinkedIn.com-How to Use LinkedIn to Get Jobs, Network and Brand Yourself
LinkedIn is a very powerful business network that if used properly, can be your best friend in helping you get your next job. This session will give you the top five things you need to know about LinkedIn that will put you far ahead of your competition.
SPEAKER: Howie Appel, CEO ProNet
2:15-2:45 Using Social Media to Get Your Next Job
Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn can really be a powerful asset during a job search. This session will give you all the information you need to make sure you are using these mediums to brand yourself, find jobs and network with companies and hiring managers.
SPEAKER: Roger Lear, President OrlandoJobs.com
November 18 will be a great career day for Orlando. Over 60 employers at the Amway Center. The career expo will give you a fantastic opportunity to learn from some of the best in Orlando.
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