How to Get Hired
as a Guide
Land the outdoor job of your dreams today
Become a Guide!Â
Getting hired as an adventure guide takes much more than outdoor ability.
In this 60-minute online class, you’ll learn
- how guide managers really evaluate candidates
- how to get noticed with killer resumes and cover letters
- pro interview tips that get you hired
This isn’t generic career advice—it’s insider guidance from Colby Brokvist, who has hired and trained hundreds of guides globally.
You’ll leave this class knowing how to present yourself as a capable, confident, and guest-focused professional ready to join any guiding team.
How You'll Benefit
By the end of this course, you'll be able to:
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Understand what separates strong candidates from everyday adventurers
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Get noticed in a crowded pool of applicants
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Prepare for interviews and speak confidently about your experience, values, and competencies
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Build your network, find real job opportunities, and connect strategically with trip operators
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Take practical next steps to professionalize your guiding skillset
Who This Class Is For
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Outdoor adventurers who want to land their first guiding job
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Early-career guides looking to move up or transition to new destinations or companies
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Outdoor educators, tour leaders, or instructors ready to enter the professional guiding world
Whether you’re applying for day tours, multi-day trip, or specialized expedition roles, this class gives you the inside track to getting hired.
What's Inside The Class?
Lesson 1: What Are Employers are Looking For?
Lesson 2: How to Make a Great First Impression (on Paper)
Lesson 3: How to Interview Well
Lesson 4: Job Listings, Networking & Skill Building
Lesson 5: Recap and Three Important Messages
Bonus: Special Product Discount
Your Instructor
Hi, I'm Colby. With over 20 years in the adventure industry, I've hired and trained hundreds of guides. You can learn more about me here.
This class is packed with real-world insights and advice. I've seen good, great, and extremely poor applications from potential guides, and this class will ensure you are on the winning end. Companies hire much earlier than you think – Let's start today.
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