Invitation to the third lecture in our 2024 Lecture Series. In this session, we will explore the development and communication of your personal brand, highlighting its critical importance for postgraduate students entering the competitive job market (more details below). The lecture will take place via Zoom (please note that the session will be recorded) and anyone interested in attending should please register via the link below. Date: Thursday, 17 October 2024 Time: Starts at 15:00 (GMT+2) Title: Personal Branding & CV Fundamentals Speaker: Annabel Eggeling (Leading Trends in People Management – Wits Business School 2010) Zoom registration link: https://eu01web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PzOKgJwLReWQJg7kYNRH0w
Description: This presentation explores the development and communication of your personal brand, emphasizing its critical importance for postgraduate students entering the competitive job market. In an era where AI and matching algorithms now play a pivotal role in CV selection, it’s essential to master the art of crafting a CV that makes it to the “short-list”. We will discuss strategies for optimizing your CV to stand out in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), including best practices for format and content. This session will also serve as a foundation for preparing for interviews, ensuring you are well-equipped to showcase your skills and experience effectively.
Bio: Annabel, who recently retired after a distinguished 30-year career with Accenture, brings a wealth of experience from her roles in Human Resources and Talent Supply Chain. Her career spanned multiple locations, including Johannesburg, Qatar, and Cape Town, where she led recruitment teams and interviewed candidates ranging from recent postgraduates to Managing Directors. Now retired from the corporate world, Annabel shares her expertise through various forums like SEAmester and APECS. In addition to offering literacy support to young students and raising guide dogs, she engages in knitting, crocheting for charitable organizations, and enjoys a range of personal interests such as hiking, swimming, and crafting.
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We look forward to seeing you on Thursday!
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APECS South Africa National Committee
