Transform Work Life

Transform Work Life is a collaboration between a Careers Development Institute registered practitioner and mentor and Richmond Libraries.

It will deliver a series of interactive seminars aimed at developing knowledge and understanding of your personal and professional skills, to enhance employability and to encourage potential transformation in your work and life situation.

Sessions are designed to be accessible to all, whether you are looking for your first job, a job or career changer, or a seasoned employee. They may challenge the way you think about yourself and, through reflective discussion, enable you to embark on a personal journey of discovery and change of your own design.

Sessions will take place at Richmond Old Town Hall and are free to Richmond residents.

Session timetable

The five sessions will take place from February until June 2025. Participants are welcome to join one or multiple sessions.

You must register in advance to book your place.

Career theory

Understanding influences on your career path and job history.

• Tuesday 25 February 2025, 10am to 12 noon

Personality types

How does your personality type underpin your relationship and choices regarding work and career?

• Tuesday 25 March 2025, 10am to 12 noon

Networking and the hidden job market

Up to 70% of job opportunities are believed to be never advertised. Understanding how to access the hidden job market through LinkedIn and other social media resources can be a powerful tool to find new opportunities, develop your professional network and increase your employment potential.

• Tuesday 29 April 2025, 10am to 12 noon

CVs and cover letters

What makes a good CV/cover letter and how are these documents viewed by employers?

• Tuesday 20 May 2025, 10am to 12 noon

Applications and interviews

Understanding the variety of different types of applications and interviews you might encounter in your job seeking journey.

• Tuesday 24 June 2025, 10am to 12 noon. End of season social from 12 noon until 2.30pm.

How to register

All are welcome – we do not expect group sessions to exceed 12 participants so please sign up early to avoid disappointment.

For queries or to register your interest, email nickysmithcareers@gmail.com.