Careers Workshops – Build Confidence, Build Your Future

Logan Human
Jan 19
2 min read

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Format: Video

Length of video: 40-60 seconds

Platform: TikTok & Instagram Reels Dimensions: 1080x1920 - Vertical video. When adding images, ensure they are in vertical format. Locations:

Import Building - East India, Room 3

Event Dates: 27/01/2026 – 30/01/2026 (13:00–14:00) Headline: Careers Workshops: Get Ready, Get Confident 💬💼

Content:

Film a short, honest video where you share your personal reason for attending one of the upcoming careers workshops.

Choose one session (e.g. Develop Your Confidence) and talk about a real challenge you’ve faced, like feeling nervous speaking to employers, not knowing what to say, or struggling to network — and how this workshop could help.

You don’t need to give advice. Just keep it relatable and authentic, speak from your own experience and show others why these sessions are worth attending.

Key Messaging (Ideas to include):

Everyone struggles with confidence or networking at some point. These workshops are here to help
You don’t need to be super confident to go, that’s the point
You’ll learn practical skills and get to practise in a relaxed setting
These workshops help you prepare for real conversations with real employers

🧲 Suggested Video Hooks (Lead with a Question):

“I’m not naturally confident – here’s what I’m doing about it.”
“Ever panic when someone asks, ‘So, what do you do?’"
“I’ve always found networking awkward – this might actually help.”
“Here’s one thing I want to feel better about before the Careers Fair.”

Workshop Schedule – Choose One to Focus On:

Networking Essentials for Career Growth📅 Tues 27 Jan & Thurs 29 Jan💡 Learn how to:

Start and maintain conversations
Introduce yourself professionally
Follow up after events

Career Fair Prep – Develop Your Confidence📅 Wed 28 Jan & Fri 30 Jan💡 Focus on:

Overcoming nerves
Preparing a strong intro
Understanding what employers want

🎥 What to Show + Filming Tips:

Talk directly to the camera and keep your tone open, honest, and natural
Film in a quiet space (your room, outside campus, or in front of the event poster)
Keep your message clear: what’s your personal reason for going? What do you hope to gain?
Optional: Hold up a flyer, show your calendar, or walk into the building

Goal:

To encourage students to attend the January careers workshops by sharing personal, relatable reasons that show why the sessions matter — especially for confidence-building and preparing for real career conversations.

Alternative Video Ideas:

🧩 “One Thing I Want to Improve Before I Graduate” – lead into your chosen workshop.
📍 “My Careers Fair Warm-Up Starts Here” – workshop as the first step.
💬 “This Workshop Is for Anyone Who’s Ever Felt Nervous Speaking Up” – short, empowering message.
🧠 “I’m Working on My Confidence – One Workshop at a Time” – reflective storytelling approach.

📣 Call to Action:

Attend the workshops and careers fair
Follow our Employability page
Regularly check Handshake and our website for upcoming opportunities

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