1. PME Workshop A Candidates Experience Sasha Laing MICFor Policy & Development Officer Forestry Commission Scotland, Central Scotland Conservancy

2. OK, I’m gonna do this…. Attend the PME workshop – Say “Hi” to Stuart, Speak to your Line Manager, Forms & Finances - 2 Deadlines, Reduce the Stress Factor – 2 Stage Approach, Presentation, Don’t lie, stretch the truth or be afraid to ask for advice, Do your homework, Build a Support System! This is how I did it…..

3. The Plan of Action pt1 The Online Elements Verifier/s The Work Record – Work Hours, – Job description/Forward Job plans. CPD Record – Decide which competencies apply to you, – Break it down – Job descriptions, – Phone a friend. CV – LinkedIn Stage 1 - Its all about ME!!!

4. The Plan of Action pt2 Choosing THE ONE, 3500 words max, Set a Structure / Essay plan, Background Reading, At least 1500 words should be on the Analysis, Appendices. Stage 2 – The Critical Analysis

5. The OMG Moment Submission – Ask someone to read it through for you, – Think of the presentation, – Copies, – Don’t panic if your asked to re-send by email. Interview – Re read your FULL Submission and any background information, – Think of your presentation, – Arrive in good time, – Take a breath/glass of water – Give examples. Submission and the Interview

6. The Finish Line Stuart is you’re Friend! Get Organised, Don’t under estimate how much time it will take, Presentation & Preparation, SUPPORT SYSTEM/S….. Hints and Tips

7. I’m Done… Thank you for listening Thank you for Listening, Any Questions?