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Online Seminar on Job Application Improvement

Company: Sketch Co., Ltd.
Location: Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Yuichi Sakane
Dates: August 19, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28, 2026
Duration: 45 minutes per session

Overview:
Sketch Co., Ltd. is hosting a free online seminar focused on improving job applications for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). This event is targeted at recruitment and HR personnel, as well as business owners. Participants will learn not only how to enhance job postings but also how to utilize advanced features like direct requests, mini-company information sessions, and effective PR tools such as boards and videos.

Why This Seminar Matters:
Many SMEs express frustration with the efficiency of job applications through Hello Work despite utilizing their services. Common complaints include:

• - Low applicant numbers despite job postings.
• - The perception that younger job seekers do not check Hello Work listings.
• - A sense of resignation among hiring personnel regarding the efficacy of free job listings.

Upon reviewing actual job postings, we often find that they do not effectively communicate the allure of the company and jobs offered. Issues such as infrequent revisions of postings, inconsistencies between listed qualifications and hiring standards, and lack of compelling content all contribute to low applicant numbers. The seminar aims to address these issues, encouraging participants to harness Hello Work's potential fully.

Successful Case Studies from Our Support:
In our work with client companies, we have seen remarkable results when they rethink their hiring approach:

• - A manufacturing firm in Fukui saw applications rise from 0 to 22, hiring 3 new employees.
• - A construction company in Fukuoka increased applications from 0 to 7, with 4 successful hires.
• - A hospital in Kagoshima went from 0 applications to 16, ultimately hiring 11 candidates.

Key Focus Points of the Seminar:
1. Enhancing Job Postings: Learn how to grab potential job seekers' attention with the job title and description, focusing on tangible benefits like training programs, work culture, and support for professional qualifications.
2. Using Direct Requests Effectively: Understand how to utilize the direct request feature to connect with suitable candidates through personalized messaging instead of generic templates.
3. Mini-Company Information and Interview Sessions: Explore how to conduct mini-sessions that allow potential recruits to gain a better understanding of the job and working environment, helping to lessen their uncertainties prior to applying.
4. Leveraging PR Boards and Videos: Discover how to use visual media to convey the workplace atmosphere and provide insight into the training process, helping candidates visualize themselves in your company.

Goals for Participants:
By the end of the seminar, participants will have a clear indication of what aspects of their job postings need improvement and actionable next steps to enhance their recruitment process. This session will empower attendees to move beyond merely posting jobs and waiting for responses, promoting an iterative approach to recruitment.

Seminar Schedule:

• - August 19, 2026: 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
• - August 20, 2026: 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
• - August 21, 2026: 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
• - August 26, 2026: 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
• - August 27, 2026: 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
• - August 28, 2026: 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Choose a date that works for you!

Format:
Online via Zoom
Cost:
Free
Target Audience:
HR personnel and business owners from small and medium enterprises.

Please note that this seminar is exclusively for hiring and HR professionals and business owners, while individuals in similar areas of recruitment, personnel agencies, training, or marketing support are advised to refrain from attending.

About Sketch Co., Ltd.:
With a core focus on recruitment consulting, we assist in organizational development, system design, staff training, and leveraging AI while offering support for new business initiatives. We firmly believe that outstanding products and visions can only be actualized through people. Thus, we are passionately committed to empowering businesses by optimizing their value through their workforce.