College & Career Readiness: Real-World Skills for Future Change-Makers

Van 58 $ /h

Brendan is a bilingual educator and community leader with a strong background in social sciences, civic engagement, and nonprofit leadership. With degrees in Comparative American Studies and Africana Studies, and years of experience managing partnerships, organizing community initiatives, and mentoring young leaders, Brendan offers tutoring in social studies, public policy, college prep, leadership development, and professional skills. He also provides support in resume writing, interview prep, and communication strategies—all through an equity-focused lens. Fluent in English and Spanish and proficient with tools like Microsoft Office and Salesforce, Brendan brings a personalized, inclusive approach to help students and professionals grow confidently in school, work, and beyond.

Extra informatie

Has worked for Chicago Public Schools, Illinois State Senate, City council, Federal Government and in Non-profit.

Locatie

Online vanuit Verenigde Staten

Over

Brendan is a dynamic, bilingual professional deeply committed to equity, education, and community empowerment. With a Bachelor of Arts from Oberlin College in Comparative American Studies and Africana Studies—concentrating on identity, inclusion, and urban education—Brendan has built a career at the intersection of civic engagement, nonprofit leadership, and public policy.

He has held impactful roles including Manager of Partnerships at Chicago Scholars Foundation, Director of Community Engagement for the City of Chicago, and District Director for Illinois State Senator Celina Villanueva. Across these positions, Brendan has led strategic partnerships, community outreach, policy advising, donor relations, and event coordination, all with a focus on supporting underrepresented communities.

A Posse Foundation Scholar and alumnus of JP Morgan Chase’s Fellowship Initiative, Brendan also brings a strong background in leadership development, youth mentorship, and academic research on systemic equity. Fluent in English and Spanish and skilled in communication, public speaking, and relationship-building, he is a thoughtful and adaptable leader dedicated to driving systemic change through education, service, and collaboration.

Opleiding

Brendan earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Oberlin College in Oberlin, Ohio, graduating in May 2021. He pursued a double major in Comparative American Studies and Africana Studies, with focused concentrations in Identity & Inclusion and Urban Education. His academic background reflects a deep commitment to understanding the intersections of race, culture, equity, and social systems. Through his studies, Brendan gained strong analytical, research, and writing skills, while also exploring themes of systemic inequality, community engagement, and educational justice, foundations that have informed his professional work in public service and nonprofit leadership.

Leservaring

He has held impactful roles including Manager of Partnerships at Chicago Scholars Foundation, Director of Community Engagement for the City of Chicago, and District Director for Illinois State Senator Celina Villanueva.

Leeftijd

Tieners (13-17 jaar oud)

Volwassenen (18-64 jaar oud)

Senioren (65+ jaar oud)

Niveau van de leerling

Beginner

Gemiddeld

Duur

30 minuten

60 minuten

De les wordt gegeven in

Engels

Spaans

Vaardigheden

Cv schrijven

Vaardigheden voor kleine bedrijven

Verkoop

Beschikbaarheid typische week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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12-16

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20-24

Philippe

5.0

(1)

I offer a complete introduction to writing a CV or resume, cover letters, as well as preparing for job interviews (exact objective be chosen according to your needs). Only very few resumes make it past the first round, so I'm here to help you increase your chances.

1. Help in WRITING CURRICULUM VITAE / RESUME
2. Help in WRITING MOTIVATION OR COVER LETTER
3. Preparation for JOB INTERVIEWS

For (1) and (2): If writing starts from scratch, please account for appx. 3 hours. If it's just perfecting 1-2 hours should be enough.

About me:
- I work in marketing at one of the largest consumer goods companies (FMCG) in the world which employs> 100,000 people in around 70 countries. I am based in Geneva, where I manage the global marketing of a brand with more than 1 billion revenues.
- In my free time, I am a marketing assistant at the Solvay Brussels School of Economics & Management, and I also coach Young Graduates through our Mentoring program.
- I practice triathlon and sailing.

Adityajit

5.0

(1)

Advanced film production techniques class covering the following in detail: lighting, sound, colour correction, using green screens, filming in motion, 4K resolution and remote video-editing workflows. While students will practice their skills through brief, task-based, filming and editing assignments, a large sum of time will be devoted to planning, development, setup and execution of a singular film project of their choice. In addition to preparation for working in teams on a set, students will develop the following: reel displaying a wide range of filming and editing skills, résumé/CV, general cover letter, portfolio/updated website with artist statement and downloadable professional documents. The class will be targeted towards preparing students for the world of film, whether academic or commercial.

Jay

5.0

(1)

In this workshop, we will aggregate necessary content from you, formulate and organize your ideas and thoughts with precision, structure and format two drafts of your resume/C.V. and finalize a document that best represents you professionally.

Note: Variations of the document (for other contextual usage) can also be created with advance notice, discussion and negotiation.

Tools for examination:

-curriculum vitaes (resumes)
-cover letters (presentation letters),
-introduction & motivations letters
-university & college application letters (for admission)
-formal letter writing,
-creative writing,
-in-kind donation letters,
-and related documents!

(*This includes punctuation, salutation and apostrophe usage in writing.)

Note (specifically for WEBSITES): Translations are also possible; however, thorough discussion about price adjustments depends on word count, whether adaptation/translation/proofreading is needed. Project deadline of completion must also be calculated and agreed upon prior to making your final reservation for such a service.

Pepe

5.0

(1)

I have more than thirty years of experience in the business world and I would like to share that knowledge and experience. I also have experience as a teacher and (business) coach.
Possible subjects in which I can (extra) teach: accounting, economics, entrepreneurship, credit management, financial management and basically everything that has to do with finance.

Emilia

5.0

(1)

Oxford and Cambridge are the UK’s most elite universities and, especially for a European student, far easier to reach with the proper support. This is what I am here to provide: help writing an ideal personal statement fit for a future Oxbridge offer holder, aid with UCAS, interview practice and advice on any possible question you could have. As a European Oxford student myself, I know the challenges and hardships of an Oxbridge application and aim to make the entire process easier for you. This will not only better your chances of securing an offer, but also make this already stressful time a bit less confusing.

Jan-Willem

5.0

(1)

Je moet meer omzet binnenhalen of meer verkopen en je weet niet hoe...

Het aantrekken van nieuwe klanten levert stress en onzekerheid op voor de een en een kick voor de ander. Hoe sta jij tegenover acquireren? En aan welke handvatten heb jij behoefte om nieuwe klanten te werven en bestaande relaties te behouden? Ga er maar aan staan: je vak als professional uitvoeren en nog klanten binnenhalen ook!

Het is de kunst om de potentiële klant bij de hand te nemen. Je achterhaalt de wensen en je helpt hem of haar een aankoopbeslissing te nemen. Daarom noem ik verkopen steevast: een ander helpen met kopen.

Maar één ding is nóg belangrijker dan ‘jagen’ op nieuwe klanten, en dat is zorgen dat de bestaande klanten niet via de achterdeur weglopen. Maar dat ze terugkomen en bovendien rondbazuinen hoe fijn het bij jou is, daar in dat bedrijf.

Ik ben al ruim 20 jaar zelfstandig trainer. De vraag die ik het vaakst krijg, is: ‘Hoe kan ik mijn medewerkers of mezelf meer laten verkopen?’ Ik heb intussen een kleine 20.000 mensen getraind in meer dan 125 branches. Van monteur tot stukadoor, van zorgprofessional tot vastgoedprofessional, en van adviseur tot consultant. Mijn trainingen draaien om verkoopvaardigheden, maar daar komt bijvoorbeeld ook een stuk gedrag, houding en communicatieve vaardigheden bij kijken.

Laurent

5.0

(1)

In deze les zal een overzicht gegeven worden van de structuur, chronologie en shortcuts om een volwaardige academische bachelorproef of thesis te schrijven. Hierbij zullen een paar extra tips gegeven worden om in Word een tekst in het NL of EN tot een goed einde te brengen!

Sven

5.0

(1)

What makes a resume and motivation attractive to an employer? What should you use and what not? What can I use to make a good resume?

These are all questions that will be answered in this online course. Under supervision you will start making your resume/motivation. The course consists of three 1 hour lessons. I also give homework for the lessons to practice. At the end of the course you will know how to create a resume/motivation and have a template ready for future resumes.

Are you ready to make your CV/motivation as original and attractive as possible for your future employer?
Register now for the online course!

Larissa

5.0

(1)

With my medical knowledge skills I took many classes for communication, paraphrasing, active listing etc. The psychology, body knowledge and how the brain works (neurology) has all been thought to me during my medical training. I would like to put my skills out there that I have obtained together with my sports’ and nutrition qualification to help other people acheive their goals and their potential. People struggling with weight, to do lists, procrastination, bringing an idea out there or developing their business plan can contact me. I will be doing extra certifications in order to obtain more experience on top of what I have. This is why my prices are adapted for people that want to help me get further experienced in coaching.

Vito

5.0

(1)

I, Vito, understand that the art of selling is about more than just numbers. It's about you, your skills, and your potential. That's why I offer sales training designed specifically to enhance your sales skills and help you unlock your full potential.

Why Choose My Training?

Practical Insights:
My training sessions are not just theoretical. I provide you with tools and techniques that you can immediately apply in your daily work. Imagine leaving each session with concrete, new skills to implement right away.

Experienced Coach:
As a seasoned professional with years of experience in sales, I share my valuable practical knowledge and tips with you, so you can learn from the best in the field.

Personal Growth:
I focus not only on improving your sales techniques but also on your personal development. Increased self-confidence, better communication, and greater motivation are just a few benefits you'll experience.

Flexible Training:
Whether you prefer an intensive workshop or a long-term coaching program, I offer a range of options to suit your needs and schedule.

My Training Covers:

- Effective customer communication
- Strategic negotiation
- Sales-specific tools
- Building long-term customer relationships
- Innovative sales techniques and data usage
- Sales conversation training

I ensure that you not only learn how to sell more but also how to retain your customers and build valuable relationships.

Why You Need This:

See this training as an investment in yourself. It's your opportunity to refine your sales skills, learn new techniques, and stand out in the competitive world of sales. With my support, you'll become more confident in conversations, negotiate better, and ultimately close more deals.

Ready to take your sales skills to the next level?
Contact me today for more information or to book a training session.
I believe in your potential and am here to help you maximize it!

Julie

5.0

(1)

- You are employed and you would like to take the step towards an entrepreneurial activity because you have an idea, a professional project that you would like to realize and put on the market,
- you have already launched your business and you would like to have an outside perspective and take the time to take stock.

Most of the stages are done with official authorities, some with an accountant, several stages are done alone and there are stages where the entrepreneur feels the desire or the need to share, to take stock, to ask the right questions, to discuss with a person completely outside the project. These are the phases where the entrepreneur calls on the coach.

Specializing in supporting people who are launching into entrepreneurship, during the courses the following elements can be addressed depending on demand and need, because each request is unique and therefore personalized:

has. define the key stages of the project with retro planning,
b. (re)visit the project’s blocking points and stimulation points,
vs. know your success and failure strategies,
d. allow yourself time to reflect and step back to ask yourself the right questions,
e. implement appropriate actions,
f. develop your relational network,
g. choose allies and influence strategies,
h. ensure the maintenance of the vision and competitive advantage of your business,
i. find your own balance between private and professional obligations

Here is an illustration of entrepreneurship support:

The context explained by the client

I needed coaching support at a time when my company's business was growing exponentially. This situation took the company to another scale with the opening of 2 new stores in 6 months, renovation work and an explosion in the number of employees, from 1 to 12.

The customer's request

Manage the exponential development of the activity.

The approach to this support in the words of the client

The first objective was to channel efforts and establish priorities: to be able to distribute tasks according to their degree of priority and urgency. Then, it was necessary to do in-depth work on the schedule to manage tasks as well as unforeseen events. We finally got down to scheduling to cope with the scale of administrative work. We also discussed leadership in depth.

I needed to think about how to lead firmly while remaining polite, empathetic, and motivating for teams. It was key for me to communicate taking into account the personalities, profiles and operating methods of everyone in the team. Finally, we worked on the theme of balance between professional and personal life. How to stay focused on the professional goal while taking into account personal and family life? How can I coordinate these two aspects of my life as fairly as possible? I had the feeling of being everywhere and nowhere at the same time, which created enormous dissatisfaction for me at the time. During the coaching sessions, we simulated concrete situations and role plays to cover all possible situations in relation to the reality of the moment. It was a lot of preparation work so as not to be caught off guard once on the ground.

The results obtained expressed by the client 6 months after the coaching support

As my coaching journey progressed, I implemented what we talked about during the sessions. I was thus able to achieve my goals and concretely witness my progress as a leader. I also observed how I gradually developed my abilities to manage a much larger volume of business. This support has largely contributed to my success.

MT – Business creator in the commercial sector.

Siham

5.0

(1)

Whether you are looking for a job or in the middle of a career transition, I provide practical support through:
- a skills assessment and an in-depth reflection on your career path
- writing an attractive CV and cover letter
- targeted help to find a job or training that suits you
- the creation and/or optimization of your LinkedIn profile
- preparation and simulation of job interviews
Each session is tailored to your needs and profile, to give you confidence and get you up and running quickly.
Sessions can be done online or in person.

Vanessa

5.0

(1)

Are you looking for work, but do you lack the digital skills that employers expect today?
I will help you step by step with the digital skills you need to stand stronger in the job market.

👩‍💻 What will you learn from me?
• Create a Professional Resume in Word (with Templates That Stand Out)
• Writing a compelling application letter (possibly with the help of AI tools)
• Set up your LinkedIn profile so employers can find you
• Basic Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Online applications: use email, Zoom, Teams without stress

🎯 For whom?
• Job seekers who want to improve their digital skills
• Students or starters who want to be ready for their first job
• Anyone who wants to gain more self-confidence in the digital world

💬 Why choose me?
• More than 20 years of experience in IT and training
• Practical explanation in simple language, without jargon
• Personally tailored to your situation and pace
• Immediate results: after 1 session you will go home with a stronger CV or profile

Dennis

5.0

(1)

Via Etsy is het mogelijk om zelfgemaakte producten aan een groot publiek aan te bieden. Tijdens de lessen leren we hoe je kan verkopen op Etsy. We bekijken het proces van product tot verkoop.
Etsy kan een enorme impact hebben op jouw creatieve bezigheden, het geeft een deugddoend gevoel om zelfgemaakte producten tot ver buiten België te kunnen verkopen.

Elham

5.0

(1)

Selling is not about pressure or manipulation, it’s about understanding people, building trust, and communicating value clearly.
In this practical workshop, I share real-life sales and customer communication skills based on over 20 years of hands-on customer service experience and 9 years in retail, combined with an academic background in MBA (Strategy) and a PhD in Policy.
This class is designed for people who want practical, usable skills, not theory.

What you will learn:
✨️How to communicate confidently with customers
✨️How to understand customer needs quickly
✨️How to handle objections naturally (without stress or pressure)
✨️How to sell ethically and professionally
✨️How to adapt your communication style to different personalities
✨️Common mistakes that lose sales and how to avoid them

Who this class is for:
Retail and shop staff
Customer service professionals
Freelancers or small business owners
Anyone who wants to improve their communication and selling skills
This session is interactive, realistic, and based on real workplace situations — not scripts or generic sales tricks.