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Research, Resumes & Portfolios
This document summarizes a career success workshop about researching jobs, resumes, and portfolios. It provides tips on using a network and online resources to find jobs. Resumes should be concise and highlight accomplishments, not just job descriptions. The workshop also discusses choosing resume formats, sections, and writing style, as well as common mistakes to avoid. Maintaining an online portfolio to showcase work was also covered, including free website building tools and best practices for design, navigation, and content.
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