Career Network Event: Get Ahead in 2012

The Trinity Alumni Career Network took place on Saturday, 11 February in the Long Room Hub, TCD and featured a series of expert speakers on managing, changing or finding your career of choice. View our resources page to view some of the presentations given on the day.

The Programme

Managing your Career through a Recession (Resources)
There is a mind-set of fear pervading modern day workplaces and those with a job are holding on for dear life. This presents great opportunity for those who are prepared to swim against the tide. Learn pro-active strategies to create sustainable career opportunities even in a recession.

Rethinking your Career Direction (Resources)
Discover the barriers disarming so many professionals from making “that big move” to rethink their future career direction. This session is a time to gain clarity on “what you really want do next”,

Uncovering the Hidden Job Market (Resources)
Up to 70% of job vacancies don't get advertised. Learn how can networking significantly improve your chances of securing employment?

Managing your Social Footprint (Resources)
Learn how to leverage your social media presence to land the perfect job or risk having potential employers rule you out because of what they find (or don’t find) about you on Facebook!

Presenting yourself on Paper (Resources)
In a competitive marketplace what will cause the recruiter to say “Let’s shortlist this candidate”?

Effective Interviewing (Resources)
Everything you've ever wanted to know about selling yourself effectively at a job interview, but were afraid to ask.

Find out about the speakers.

If you would like to offer or search for career advice join the Career Network on Front Gate Online, the TCD Online Community and update your professional information or search the alumni directory for a contact of relevance to you.