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Developing Work Skills · Career & Development

Show Your Work: Portfolio and Career Skills

Present honest evidence, practice professional conversations, and prepare your next opportunity.

Level
Beginner
Estimated study
About 12 hours
Lessons
9 lessons in 3 modules
Format
Online, self-paced
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About this course

Explain what you can do with clear evidence. Prepare a portfolio, practice professional communication and connect your existing strengths to opportunities that fit your goals.

What you will be able to do

  • Present a project or work sample with an honest account of your contribution.
  • Adapt a resume and introduction to a specific opportunity.
  • Practice explaining a decision, receiving feedback and planning your next learning step.

Course outline

Module 1: Collect evidence of your skills

3 lessons · 4 h

Choose a work sample, describe the task and show what you contributed.

  1. Build an Evidence Inventory1 h 20 min
  2. Write a Case Study Someone Can Inspect1 h 20 min
  3. Create a Truthful Skills-Based Resume1 h 20 min

Module 2: Communicate professionally

3 lessons · 4 h

Write a clear introduction, status update and request for feedback.

  1. Write an Introduction with a Clear Purpose1 h 20 min
  2. Report Progress and Raise a Blocker1 h 20 min
  3. Request Feedback and Document a Revision1 h 20 min

Module 3: Prepare for opportunities

3 lessons · 4 h

Practice a project conversation and adapt an application to a realistic role or next step.

  1. Practice a Project Conversation1 h 20 min
  2. Evaluate an Opportunity and Track an Application1 h 20 min
  3. Review a Setback and Deliver Your Evidence Pack1 h 20 min
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