Securing the Future – Lessons from the “Secure the Bag” Workshop-Haderah Phillips (Career counseling or advising session: 2 points)
I attended a personal development Zoom workshop called “Secure the Bag” led by Morehouse alum Amir Duke. The purpose of the workshop was to help students better prepare for the workforce by focusing on important professional skills such as resume building, networking, and interview preparation. The session was very informative and provided practical advice that I can apply as I continue preparing for internships and future career opportunities. One of the main topics Amir Duke discussed was how to tailor your resume . He explained that resumes should not be generic but instead should be customized for each job or opportunity. By aligning your experiences and skills with the specific role you are applying for, so employers are able to clearly see why you would be a strong candidate. This reminded me of the importance of highlighting the most relevant experiences rather than listing everything I have done....
