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Module 3 - Self Directed Learning

Reflect on Journey So Far

Are you feeling balanced?

Learning type
Reflect
Number of participants
Individual
Mentor
Estimated time required
30 minutes
Return to your Wheel of Life in M2. What changes have you made to improve your balance and energy? Where are you in relation to your ideal life pattern? Use the tools again to inform your choices.

Example timetable for self directed day

Learning type
Act
Number of participants
Individual
Peer Group
Estimated time required
15 minutes
Wondering what to do on your self directed day? This agenda is offered as a guide for how to plan and structure your time.

M3 Catch-up video

Learning type
Learn
Number of participants
Individual
Peer Group
Estimated time required
80 minutes
Did you miss Module 3? Our M3 catch-up video will take you through the module step by step. Password to access: CrossingThresholdsM3

Saying No

Learning type
Reflect
Number of participants
Individual
Mentor
Peer Group
Estimated time required
15 minutes
How have you put the tips for saying no into practice from Module 2? What are your reflections on that? Role play with your peer group and mentor if helpful.

Where are you with your career plan and 1 year plan?

Learning type
Reflect
Number of participants
Individual
Mentor
Peer Group
Estimated time required
60 minutes
How are you doing with your career and 1 year plans? Are you on track? Do you want to change the goal? Do you need to add any milestones? Take the next step and share with your mentor or peer group.

Applications and Interviews

9 ways to calm your nerves pre-interview

Learning type
Act
Number of participants
Individual
Mentor
Estimated time required
6 minutes
Tips and Tricks To Overcome Your Interview Anxiety (Nerves Are Normal!)
You've found a job posting you love, polished your resume, submitted your application and now you've landed the job interview. Congratulations!

Practice the HER structure

Learning type
Act
Number of participants
Individual
Mentor
Peer Group
Estimated time required
60 minutes
What interview questions do you dread or haven't done well at in the past. Apply the HER structure to these questions - how would you give your best answer using the structure and your personal brand?

Practise Practise Practise!

Learning type
Act
Number of participants
Mentor
Peer Group
Estimated time required
30 minutes
Set up practice interviews with your peer group, mentor or colleagues. Be clear with them what you'd like feedback on e.g. using the HER structure, practising the tips or speaking with confidence.

Preparing for interviews

Learning type
Learn
Number of participants
Individual
Estimated time required
10 minutes
Read this blog from our very own facilitator, Jacqueline Baker on how to prepare for your interview.

Sit on an interview panel

Learning type
Act
Number of participants
Individual
Mentor
Peer Group
Estimated time required
120 minutes
There is no better way of getting insight in to the interview process and how people come across than sitting on an interview panel. Ask your mentor, peer group and line manager for opportunities.

Tips for Strength based interview questions

Learning type
Learn
Number of participants
Individual
Mentor
Estimated time required
10 minutes
Read these tips to prepare for your Strength-based questions

Update your CV and personal statement

Learning type
Act
Number of participants
Individual
Estimated time required
40 minutes
Use your personal brand statements to say who you are. Get feedback from mentor and peer group. Click below for tips and example CVs.

Personal Brand

Cultivating Unconditional Self-Worth

Learning type
Reflect
Number of participants
Individual
Mentor
Peer Group
Estimated time required
16 minutes
When a person demands perfection of herself or himself, anything less can feel like failure. Adia Gooden asks can we forgive ourselves; accept ourselves and ultimately offer ourselves comfort?

Finish your personal brand statements and practice

Learning type
Act
Number of participants
Individual
Mentor
Peer Group
Estimated time required
60 minutes
Finesse your brand statements and elaborations so they're memorable, unique to you and to the point. Write them on post-its, get feedback from your mentor and peer group, translate them to headlines.

How authentic is your personal brand?

Learning type
Learn
Number of participants
Individual
Estimated time required
15 minutes
When you trust your instincts, your true self bubbles up in the most authentic way. Read this blog to explore more.

How to Write an Eye-Catching Personal Statement

Learning type
Act
Number of participants
Individual
Estimated time required
25 minutes
If you're getting ready to apply for a job or update your CV, you will probably need to include a personal statement with your application.

Tips for an Impactful Personal Brand Statement

Learning type
Act
Number of participants
Individual
Peer Group
Estimated time required
25 minutes
Use your words wisely. Welcome to the power of concise communication with our language tips created by Thresholds' founder Fiona McInnes-Craig
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