“The Training Course was excellent! It solved all the mystery around the question of "am I filling my applications the right way, or am i missing something?
I would recommend Strive Training to anyone who has difficulty securing a job.”
“I enjoyed the course and I learnt what I needed. The course in Employability Skills for Success was led by an exceptional trainer who truly went above and beyond to make the course informative and engaging.
Throughout the training, the trainer demonstrated an impressive level of expertise and a deep understanding of the skills required for success in the modern workplace. They provided practical advice and real-world examples that were both relevant and insightful and were always willing to take the time to answer questions and provide feedback.”
“Absolutely excellent...I have learned so much and this course far exceeded my expectations. Our Tutor, Steve was great; he explained everything very clearly, was really upbeat and encouraging, respectful and very funny at times (he has a cool Geordie accent!)
I feel that my confidence has increased tenfold and I am much better equipped to get back into the workforce after taking this course.”
“I found the course very insightful and have picked up some great tips and new ways of thinking.
Jonathan was an exceptional tutor – friendly, clear, engaged, methodical and patient. Able to leaven the duller aspects of the course with humour”
“I learnt some valuable techniques during the training, such as:-
1. where to search for jobs, how to respond to job adverts and the relevant documents to prepare for an interview.
2. How to complete and tailor my job application to the JOB ADVERT
3. How to complete and tailor my Cover note to the JOB ADVERT
4.. Matching my CV to key requirements from the job advert
5. Using the STAR method to respond to scenario and behavioural questions in Interviews
6. Examples of how to phrase questions to the interviewer
7. What types of questions to ask the interviewer at the end of the interview”
“I was very impressed with the course. You are trained on all aspects of applying for jobs. The techniques you need to get yourself seen and the understanding of in todays world what as a 50+ transferable skills they are and are an asset to you and a future employer.”
“I found the training to be both excellent in terms of course content and the professionalism of Steve and the other Strive trainers. I have a new confidence in gaining the employment that I wish to have. Many thanks to all of you for such an excellent course !!”
“I found the Employability Course to be informative and well-presented. I feel much better prepared to search for the right job, create a targeted CV, apply effectively and deal with interview situations.”
“Strive training was an excellent course. The tutor Steve was very knowledgeable, safe, patient and always willing to help and answer questions. I thought the course was informative, but at times difficult, required concentration, involvement, care and a willingness to learn.
The group was a safe environment in which our tutor Steve controlled expertly. Everyone learned at their own pace and all the group members helped and encouraged one another.
I have already used techniques learned from the course on new job applications and have gained interviews.
The course gave me confidence and new skills in seeking a new position.
Thank you.”
“The course that I took was exceptionally good and proved to be immensely helpful in achieving my goal of improving my CV. Before taking the course, I had certain areas that I wanted to work on, such as highlighting my skills and experiences more effectively, tailoring my CV for specific job applications, and making it more visually appealing. Thanks to the course, I was able to learn valuable strategies and techniques for each of these areas, which ultimately helped me to create a much stronger and more impressive CV. As a result, I feel much more confident and prepared to apply for the jobs I want, and I am grateful for the knowledge and skills that I gained from the course”
