Short Description

Published First Impression Matters on Amazon — a practical guide designed to help first-generation job seekers master communication excellence, build confidence, and make a lasting professional impact.

Detailed Case Study

🔹 Context / Problem

First-generation job seekers often face unique challenges:

Limited exposure to professional communication standards.

Struggles with interviews, workplace etiquette, and networking.

Lack of mentorship to bridge academic learning with workplace readiness.

These gaps can hold back talented youth from grabbing the opportunities they deserve.

🔹 Solution

To solve this, I authored First Impression Matters – A First-Gen Job Seeker’s Guide to Communication Excellence, focusing on:

Verbal and non-verbal communication strategies.

Mastering first impressions in interviews.

Workplace etiquette, grooming, and professional presence.

Real-world case studies and practice exercises.

🔹 Impact / Outcomes

Published globally on Amazon (Kindle + Paperback).

Adopted in AU Ignite training ecosystem as a key career-readiness resource.

Helped young professionals and students improve confidence in job interviews.

Strengthened my mission of bridging the gap between education and employability.

🔹 My Role

Researched, structured, and authored the book.

Designed easy-to-follow chapters with actionable exercises.

Coordinated the publishing process on Amazon KDP.

Promoted the book via LinkedIn newsletters, training sessions, and workshops.

Skills Showcased

Authoring & Professional Writing

Communication Training Design

Amazon KDP Publishing

Career Counseling & Mentorship

Content Structuring & Branding