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table of contents
  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Table Of Contents
  5. Introduction
  6. Module 01: Understanding Yourself In the World of Work
    1. 1.1 Introduction and Learning Outcomes
    2. 1.2 Career Meaning and Myths
    3. 1.3 Your Personality, Interests, Values, Skills, and Strengths
    4. 1.4 Online Career Tests
    5. 1.5 The World Around You and Your Career Choices
    6. 1.6 Career Mind Mapping
    7. 1.7 Periodic Career Review
    8. 1.8 Career Resilience Tips
    9. Module 1 Chapter Summary
  7. Module 03: Job Search
    1. 3.1 Introduction and Learning Outcomes
    2. 3.2 Job Search Strategies
    3. 3.3 Networking
    4. 3.4 Online Personal Branding
    5. 3.5 Resume
    6. 3.6 Cover Letter
    7. 3.7 Online Applicant Tracking Systems
    8. 3.8 Portfolio
    9. 3.9 Interviewing with Confidence
    10. 3.10 Challenging Interview Scenarios
    11. 3.11 Accepting Offers and Handling Rejection
    12. 3.12 Protect Yourself from Scams
    13. Module 3 Chapter Summary
  8. Module 02: Research and Exploration
    1. 2.1 Introduction and Learning Outcomes
    2. 2.2 Researching Careers
    3. 2.3 Online Career Information
    4. 2.4 Take Action
    5. 2.5 Decision-Making
    6. 2.6 Setting Goals & Building Action Plans
    7. 2.7 Looking Forward
    8. 2.8 Career Resilience Tips
    9. Module 2 Chapter Summary
  9. Module 04: On the Job Success
    1. 4.1 Module 3 Chapter Summary
    2. 4.2 Preparing for Your New Workplace
    3. 4.3 Employer Expectations and Developing as a Professional
    4. 4.4 Workplace Culture
    5. 4.5 Professionalism - Etiquette
    6. 4.6 Working with Your Manager
    7. 4.7 Your Rights as an Employee
    8. 4.8 Safety on the Job
    9. 4.9 Performance Evaluation
    10. 4.10 Leaving your Job on Good Terms
    11. 4.11 Work-Life Balance
    12. 4.12 Resilience and Success
    13. Module 4 Chapter Summary
  10. Resources

Portfolio

Your resume and cover letters are the primary tools you’ll create to demonstrate that you are a strong candidate for the target position. If you want to stand out even more to employers, you may also want to consider creating a portfolio. In certain fields, portfolios are more common. Be sure to do your research to determine if your field is one of them.

A portfolio is a collection of professional and academic documents that showcases your skills, experience and provides the employer with a clearer picture of what you have to offer.

Here are some tips that will help you build a compelling portfolio:

  • Present your portfolio in a binder. Keep it neat and use plastic report covers to protect your documents.
  • Showcase your personality. Format your portfolio in a way that reflects who you are as a professional.
  • Include a table of contents. This will allow you to quickly flip to relevant documents.
  • Introduce your portfolio during the interview. Make sure to ask whether this is something the interviewer
    would like to see.
  • Keep your portfolio updated and targeted to the job and employer. You never know when you might need it.
  • Include experiences and reflections from your extra-curricular activities, pertinent volunteer experiences, field placements, co-ops, internships and academic learning.

Portfolio Materials to Consider Including:

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  • Certificates
  • Publications
  • News Articles
  • Organizational Charts
  • Records
  • Degrees
  • Training Certificates
  • Work Samples
  • Writing Samples
  • Evaluations
  • Awards
  • Performance indicators
  • Photos
  • Transcripts
  • Company Information
  • Reference Letters
  • Thank You Letters

Digital Portfolio

An online portfolio is a curated electronic version of what is described above. The benefit of posting a portfolio online is that it gives employers access to peruse your accomplishments at a time convenient to them.

Examples of sites offering online portfolios:

  • LinkedIn: linkedin.com
  • Weebly: weebly.com
  • Wix: www.wix.com
  • Behance: https://www.behance.net/
  • Format: https://www.format.com/
  • Coroflot: https://www.coroflot.com/
  • Carbonmade: https://carbonmade.com/
  • WordPress: https://wordpress.com/

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