Career Basics
Career Basics is a transformative course designed to bridge the gap between your technical skills and how you position yourself for success in the workplace. This dynamic program covers essential topics such as personal branding, leadership and teamwork, style and communication and project management. Participants will gain practical skills to navigate diverse work environments confidently. From mastering effective teamwork and project management strategies to refining personal branding and communication excellence, this course empowers black youth to excel professionally. Join us to cultivate leadership prowess, elevate your personal brand, and communicate with impact, propelling your career forward with distinction.
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Introduction
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Personal Branding
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Course Overview
The goal of this course is to give students the knowledge and abilities they need to successfully create and manage their personal brands. Students will learn about personal branding, its significance in the workplace, and useful tactics for improving their visibility, credibility, and reputation.
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Introduction to Personal Branding
What is personal branding and why should you care? You may know that personal branding is important, but have you figured out why it is important to you? Or, why it should be important to you?
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Personal Brand Audit
In this segment, we discuss the use of a comprehensive personal brand audit to uncover the perceptions of others about you. By understanding the impact of perception on personal and professional relationships, you can better develop your intended brand identity.
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Personal Brand Anatomy
In this session, we discuss the personal brand anatomy framework as a foundational tool in building your personal brand. An understanding of his tool will simplify your approach to personal branding so that you can easily navigate the evolving landscape of personal branding.
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Eyes - Vision
Discover the part VISION plays in the development of your personal brand and learn tips to help build a strong vision for developing a personal brand that seamlessly aligns with your aspirations.
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Hands - Service
Delve into understanding your target audience and crafting your value proposition. By posing crucial questions like "Who do I serve?" and "What value do I bring?", you'll map your unique offer. Diving deep into customer personas to identify pain points, desires, and motivations, we also explore the "3 levels deep" exercise to refine your niche.
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Nose - Competition
Explore various characteristics of your competitors, analyzing their strengths, and weaknesses using tools like SWOT analysis and the C O M P E T I T I O N framework to help you decipher what makes competitors stand out and where they could improve.
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Ears - Insights, Trends & Feedback
Analyzing insights and embracing feedback—both positive and constructive—propels growth. Both of which illuminate blind spots, highlights strengths, and identify areas for improvement, allowing your brand to adapt and thrive.
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Mouth - Language & Tone of Speech
In this segment, you will learn the art of creating a compelling tagline, understand the elements that make an elevator pitch memorable and practice developing one that resonates with authenticity and professionalism.
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Heart - Core Values
By understanding and embracing your core values, you craft a personal brand that authentically reflects who you are, resonates with your audience, and establishes a strong and lasting impression in the minds of others.
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Clothing - Appearance
By mastering the art of intentional and congruent appearance, you create a visual identity that complements your personal brand, amplifies your message, and leaves a lasting impression, setting the stage for success in various personal and professional endeavors.
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Feet - Marketing
Understanding the importance of promoting your personal brand will position you as an authority in your field. By mastering the art of marketing and promotions, you'll amplify your personal brand's visibility and solidify your position as a trusted and influential figure within your industry or sphere of influence.
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Personal Brand Plan
We focus on the crucial aspect of personal brand planning, guiding you to a structured approach to craft and refine your personal brand. This involves outlining specific tactics, content plans, and engagement strategies across various platforms to effectively communicate your brand message.
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Project Management
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Course Overview
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of project management principles and practices. They will learn the fundamental concepts, tools, and techniques necessary to plan, execute, monitor, and control projects effectively. The participants will develop the skills required to successfully manage projects in a variety of industries.
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Project Management
Let’s begin by establishing a common understanding of what constitutes a project, why it’s important and, the crucial phases of the Project Management Life Cycle.
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Chapter 2: Understanding Project Objectives and Stakeholders
In this chapter, we will discuss essential components to achieve successful execution of any project, along with tips to differentiate you as an exceptional Project Manager.
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Chapter 3: Prioritizing Tasks and Setting Goals
Now, let's delve into prioritizing tasks and setting effective goals, crucial for successful project management. In this chapter, we will discuss the importance of Task Listing towards reaching key milestones that drive project completion, milestone mapping, prioritization and tools to enable effective communication.
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Chapter 4: Breaking Down Tasks & Creating Action Plans
Projects at first glance can be overwhelming. In this chapter, we discuss the importance of breaking down tasks into actionable steps, creating To-Do Lists, allocating time effectively for each task and setting weekly SMART goals.
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Chapter 5: Effective Communication & Collaboration
In this chapter, we discuss clear and concise communication for task coordination, collaboration with colleagues and team members, using the right tools for effective collaboration and, paying attention to the fine details in your communication.
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Chapter 6: Managing Task Dependencies and Deadlines
In this chapter, we discuss the importance of identifying task dependencies, setting realistic deadlines, managing time constraints and handling potential bottlenecks in any project.
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Chapter 7: Risk Management
All projects/tasks carry inherent risks, making an initial risk analysis vital. In this chapter, we discuss mitigating potential risks and reporting unresolved ones to stakeholders.
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Chapter 8: Project Evaluation
After project completion, a good Project Manager should maintain control with a Project Retrospective. To do so, you can assess the project by asking 3 key questions
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Conclusion
Congratulations on completing this course. Hopefully, you realize that project management is logical and manageable with a structured approach. Share this course with other professionals in your friendship circle to help them better manage their assigned projects and excel in their roles.
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Leadership & Teamwork
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Course Overview
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of leadership principles and effective teamwork strategies. They will explore various leadership styles and learn how to lead and collaborate effectively in diverse team environments. The participants will acquire the essential skills and knowledge to excel as leaders and team contributors in their professional careers.
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Lesson 1A: Self-Awareness and Personal Development
In this lesson, we discuss the importance of self-awareness professionally and in leadership, learn the tools and skills for self-assessment and learn how to develop your core values to guide your career, decisions and leadership style.
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Lesson 1B: Categories of Self-Awareness
This lesson introduces you to FREE resources to help you understand who you are as a person: The Principles You Assessment and Myers-Briggs Type indicator.
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Lesson 1C: External & Situational Self-Awareness
In this lesson, we discuss external self-awareness and situational self-awareness so that you understand how your actions impact others, the dynamics in which you operate, and how you can better adapt and adjust you behaviour to navigate different situations effectively.
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Lesson 2A: Leadership Styles & Approaches
In this lesson, we compare and contrast various leadership styles, review situational leadership and adaptive leadership approaches, identify the most suitable leadership style for different team contexts and explore your leadership style.
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Lesson 2B: Situational & Adaptive Leadership
Situational leadership and adaptive leadership focus on leadership flexibility and adapting to different circumstances. In this lesson, we will explore what these mean and how they serve as a starting point for further development and growth as a leader.
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Lesson 3A: Emotional Intelligence & Leadership
In this lesson, you will recognize the importance of emotional intelligence in effective leadership, then learn self-regulation and awareness skills such as business chemistry for improved leadership.
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Lesson 3B: Self Regulation
Emotional intelligence encompasses several key components, of which self-regulation is one. In this lesson, we will discuss strategies to help you self-regulate your emotions at work.
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Lesson 3C: Social Awareness
In this lesson, we will discuss four primary personalty types and how emotional intelligence plays a role in your success as a leader.
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Lesson 4: Building High-Performing Teams
In this lesson, we explore the characteristics of high-performing teams, review the stages of team development and learn strategies for fostering trust, collaboration, and effective communication within teams.
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Lesson 5A: Conflict Resolution & Negotiation
In this lesson, we’ll identify common sources of conflict within teams and the impact on productivity. Then, discuss negotiation skills and conflict resolution strategies to reach win-win outcomes in team settings.
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Lesson 5B: Negotiation Skills and Conflict Resolution Strategies
In this lesson, we walk through negotiation skills and conflict resolution strategies to reach win-win outcomes in team settings. Let’s discuss strategies to resolve conflicts.
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Style & Communication
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Course Overview
This course is designed to equip students with the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary for effective communication in professional settings. They will learn about different communication styles, explore various verbal and non-verbal communication techniques.
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Setting the Stage: Non-Verbal Communication
Uncover the silent power of non-verbal communication and personal style. Dive into the impact of subtle cues on perception and understanding. Elevate your presence, decode the nuances, and master the art of influential self-expression to elevate your presence.
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Your Signature Look: Mastering Personal Style
Start your style journey by gaining inspiration from confident individuals. Learn practical steps to develop your unique fashion identity, making it easy to express your true self effortlessly
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Style Unveiled: Decoding Malik’s Non-Verbal Expression
Follow Malik's journey as we analyze how his style influences success in business. Discover the transformative power of personal presentation, posture, and grooming.
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Style Unveiled: Decoding Jayla's Non-Verbal Expression
Join Jayla, in her quest for professional success. Uncover the challenges she faces in interviews due to her casual dress sense and grooming habits. Follow Jayla's journey and discover how young professionals like her can elevate their professional presence and overcome obstacles to achieve success in their careers.
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Essential Style Foundations
Explore the essence of timeless style. Learn to blend fashion trends with your personal flair, dress appropriately for every occasion, and master grooming essentials. Discover that style transcends price, focusing on fundamental principles and confidence for a standout look.
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Beyond the Basics: Style Principles Unleashed
Elevate your style effortlessly with the art of pairing high-end and affordable items, creating dynamic outfits that strike the perfect balance between chic and casual.
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Style Hack: Decoding your Perfect Outfit
Elevate your style confidence, stand out, and feel amazing in your outfits. Say goodbye to trends and embark on the journey to your perfect look. Ready to take your style to new heights?
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Color Harmony: Master the Palette
Discover the power of colors in shaping your style and making a lasting impression. Learn the art of color blocking and the sophistication of a monochromatic approach to elevate your fashion game instantly
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Accessorizing with Flair
Transform any outfit effortlessly with accessories, turning the ordinary into extraordinary. Discover the art of balancing bold statements and simplicity, and unlock the creative world of accessorizing to make your style uniquely relatable
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The Art of Pattern Play
Infuse your style with personality by incorporating patterns into your outfits, creating bold fashion statements effortlessly. From classic stripes and polka dots to vibrant florals and abstract prints, master the art of fearless pattern mixing for standout looks.
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Confidence and Style
Step into confidence through your style journey. Unleash your unique style, express yourself boldly, and exude confidence in every fashion statement.
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Step Up Your Style: Footwear
Discover the pivotal role of footwear in perfecting your style. Explore how the right choice elevates your look, while the wrong one can break it. Learn the art of choosing the perfect shoes – a crucial element for a polished and stylish ensemble
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Style Revival: Malik and Jayla's Ultimate Makeover
Embark on a style transformation journey with Malik and Jayla as they refine their looks for success. Explore key principles, from corporate dress codes to attention to details, and learn how to convey confidence and professionalism in any professional setting.
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Conclusion
Explore the key takeaways, embrace your newfound confidence, and step out with a transformed and stylish self. Your remarkable style evolution awaits!
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Conclusion
Meet your instructors
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Meet your instructors ✳
TEMI
DAMI
RENEY
KUNMI
PELUMI