Identify your skills and accomplishments
Understanding your skills and accomplishments is the first step in a successful job search. When you know what you’re good at, it’s easier to write a strong resumé, craft a standout cover letter, and confidently answer interview questions. This foundation will set you up for success as you move forward in your job search.
Here are some Career Centre resources to help you get started:
Group Activities and Individual Career Support
- You've Got Skills and Self Reflection
- Resumé & Cover Letter Writing workshop
- Interview Preparation workshop
- Individual Career Support
- Career Lounge
Worksheets
- The Crucial Questions [PDF - 38 kB]
- Questions to Elicit Accomplishments [PDF - 39 kB]
Quiz
- Skills identification exercise: This quiz will help you identify your strengths and areas of development.
Additional Resources
Skills for Success: Skills for Success provides Canadians with everyday skills needed for work, learning and life. Improving them will help you succeed in today’s and tomorrow’s workplace.
Contact Us
Virtual, 202 McLaughlin College
The Career Centre offers a hybrid service model for career advising and counselling services. You are welcome to schedule virtual or in-person appointments.
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (virtually and in-person)
New Monday Virtual Evening Hours for Career Advising 5-7PM starting October 16, 2023!
Summer Fridays: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (operating virtually from May to August)
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