Webcasts
Here is a list of all old webcasts:

March 11, 2009: Electronic Resume Tips


Amanda Lipton goes over the do’s and don’ts of electronic resumes.  Electronic resumes are resumes that can be transmitted over the internet.  This format is versatile and free of the formatting that is found in most templates.  It uses nouns instead of verbs and can be in the traditional chronological style or the skills-based/functional style.  In this webcast, Ms. Lipton also explains the importance of key words and how to use them to your best advantage.

Feel free to listen to the webcast by clicking here.

February 11, 2009: Score Minute


Join John LaFond, a small business counselor with the SCORE Midlands chapter based in Columbia, SC. SCORE provides free, confidential business counseling at low cost business workshops.

Feel free to listen to the SCORE Minute of February by clicking here.

January 12, 2009: Score Minute


Join John LaFond, a small business counselor with the SCORE Midlands chapter based in Columbia, SC. SCORE provides free, confidential business counseling at low cost business workshops.

Feel free to listen to the SCORE Minute of January by clicking here.

December 10, 2008: Score Minute


Join John LaFond, a small business counselor with the SCORE Midlands chapter based in Columbia, SC. SCORE provides free, confidential business counseling at low cost business workshops.

Feel free to listen to the SCORE Minute of December by clicking here.

October 23, 2008: Webcast/Web Announcement


John Timmons from the Workforce Development Board is here to discuss upcoming job fairs in the South Carolina area. He also gives helpful information on how best to take advantage of a job fair, from dressing professionally to having copies of your resume ready.  Job fairs are a great opportunity to get to know potential employers and make that great first impression.

Listen to the conversation by clicking here.

October 17, 2008: VOC Rehabilitation


Lori Ehlers from the South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs Vocational Rehabilitation is here to tell us more about the many opportunities out there for veterans and how to access services.  We go over job training, resume building, free classes, disability ratings, and much, much more.

Listen to our conversation by clicking here.

September 25, 2008: SCORE


This webcast features local entrepreneurs from the Midlands area.  They answer your questions about how to get a small business started and keep it successful.  We are also joined by some of our veterans who are considering becoming small business owners.  We cover how to get started, where to find great local resources, and how to maintain an already established business.

Local Columbia SCORE chapter website:
http://www.scoremidlands.org/

National SCORE website:
 http://www.score.org/index.html

Listen to our conversation by clicking here.

August 20, 2008: It's All About You


In our first call-in webcast, we are joined by three of our veterans, Laura, Jarvis, and Allen.  We discuss topics for future webcasts and what issues are most pressing for today’s veterans.  Topics include spousal support, job training, small business information, resume building, and navigating services available for veterans. 

Listen to our conversation by clicking here.

July 24, 2008: Soft Skills


This webcast is invaluable to anyone currently looking for a job. Becca Smith hosts Ken Carey of Agil Staff and they discuss what personality traits and habits are most important to employers.  This list includes timeliness, professionalism, interpersonal skills, and friendliness.  They also offer tips on how to improve in these areas and how to highlight them in an interview setting.

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast it is available for download here.

July 24, 2008: Networking 101


As many people will tell you, networking is often the key to job search success.  Becca Smith, Rosemary Reilman, and Ken Carey of Agil Staff explain how to get your name out there and how to develop meaningful and beneficial relationships with employers. 

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast it is available for download here.

May 22nd, 2008: The Interview

What do you do when you finally get a call for an interview?  Becca Smith, Rosemary Reilman, and Ken Carey of Agil Staff will tell you!  From attire to language to resumes, we have it all covered.  We also discuss possible “trick” questions and how best to respond to them.  Interviews are an unavoidable hurdle to job success, but we can smooth the way.

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast it is available for download here.

May 16th, 2008: Making the Most of a Job Fair

Every few months, there is an announcement for a job fair.  Hundreds of people attend, so how do you stand out from the crowd?  Becca Smith, Rosemary Reilman, and Ken Carey of Agil Staff talk about how your attire, your resume, and your attitude all play a major role in being culled from the herd.

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast it is available for download here.

May 9th, 2008: Resumes 101

Nearly every job requires some kind of resume.  In this webcast, we talk about various types of resumes, how best to highlight your qualifications, and where to send your resume when it is done.  We also offer tips for memorable resumes, how to tailor your resume to your chosen career, and what format best suits your needs.

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast it is available for download here.

May 2nd, 2008: Cover Letters 101

When you send out your resume, how important is it to include a cover letter?  We discuss this question as well as how to write a cover letter that impresses, what information should be included in a cover sheet, and how to make the most out of the limited space you have. 

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast it is available for download here.

April 23th, 2008:
April Webcast--WorkKeys 101

South Carolina’s current employability standard is explained in this webcast.  Our special guest is Jeremy Catoe from the OneStop of Columbia to tell you about what sections to take, how important this certification is to employers, and how to prepare for your test.  This is a great tool to have as you search for a job, and more and more employers require a certain score before they even consider you for a position in their company.  Learn more about this test and get a leg up on the competition!

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast it is available for download here.

January 8th, 2008:
January Webcast--Tax Tips from the Experts

Every year, millions of Americans hire others to prepare their taxes.  Don’t want to spend the money?  Listen to this webcast with the tax experts as they talk about confusing tax situations, how and when to file, and possible tax exemptions.  Taxes are unavoidable, so get all the help you can! 

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast it is available for download here.

November 19th, 2007:
December Webcast--Applying for Federal Jobs 101

Nothing beats a federal job.  But no job is harder to secure.  In this webcast, we go over the steps to applying for a federal job, including what forms you need to fill out, to resume considerations, and keywords.  We also share some great websites for searching for your ideal federal job.

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast it is available for download here.

October 22, 2007:
November Webcast--Exploring Assistive Technology

This webcast is great for anyone who has trouble seeing the computer screen or navigating the internet.  We share helpful hints on making using the computer more manageable as well as quick shortcuts to accessibility options such as screen readers, magnifiers, and shortcut keys.

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast it is available for download here.

October 4th, 2007:
October Webcast--Transitioning from the Military to Higher Education: Navigating GI Bill Benefits and More

Higher education is an important goal for many of our veterans.  In this webcast, we discuss how to use your GI Bill to your benefit, what other programs are available for your success, and how to choose an institution that best suits your needs.  The military teaches discipline and work ethic; these two qualities can make you an ideal student!

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast it is available for download here.

August 28, 2007:
September Webcast--Connecting Veterans to Civilian Employment

As one of the main goals of Homefront Readiness, we are discussing how to translate military service into a great civilian career.  In this webcast, we cover how to swap out military language for civilian terminology, how to use your military service as a selling point, and how your service to your country has made you a great person to hire.

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast, it is available for download here.

July 31, 2007:
August Webcast--Community Diaries: Columbia, SC First Live Webcast!

Our inaugural webcast is finally here.  We are excited about this new opportunity to connect with all of you and answer your questions.  We discuss Homefront Readiness and veterans issues.  Our host is Becca Smith. 

If you would like to listen to a recording of the webcast, it is available for download here.