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1.: GENERAL: REMINDER - RECRUITER NIGHT OUT DINNER MTG - 9/27 From: john sampson

2.: St Matthias Employment Ministry - Saturday October 8 From: Terrence

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1.: GENERAL: REMINDER - RECRUITER NIGHT OUT DINNER MTG - 9/27

Posted by: "john sampson" jcsspike@yahoo.com jcsspike

Sun Sep 18, 2011 5:14 pm (PDT)

SAVE THE DATE

COMBINED DINNER MTG – TUESDAY, September 27th
Recruiter Night Out

On Tuesday evening, September 27th, MIS Network Associates (MNA), IT-Networking, the ETP Network, TENG, The Breakfast Club of NJ (TBCNJ), Monmouth Networking, and Careers In Transition (CIT) will host a combined Recruiter Night Out dinner meeting for members, alumni, friends, and guests at The Holiday Inn in Totowa, NJ. The Recruiter Night Out will include a dialogue with a panel of four recruiters from the venues listed below responding to pre-published questions and ad hoc inquiries from the dinner meeting attendees:

-         Corporate:           Jack Renahan – REMA Tip Top NA
-         Consulting:           Sam Velu -- Informatic Technologies
-         Contingency:        Gordon Mamone – Gotham Technology Group
-         Consulting::          Carolyn Mandaro – Mitchell Martin

The panel will be moderated by Joe Gadino.

Unedited questions for the panel are included below. These questions are subject to editing until Friday, September 23th, when the final list will be published electronically to the previous recipients. Please return your comments on the questions to John Sampson at jcsspike@yahoo.com ASAP. The final questions will be available in hard copy at the registration desk the evening of the dinner meeting on September 27th. Again, ad hoc questions will be accepted by the Moderator during the discussion with the panelists and Joe Gadino may have a few questions for the panelists himself.

The schedule for the dinner meeting on September 27th will be:

-         6:00 to 6:45 pm – Registration, "speed dating", and cash bar
-         6:45 to 7:15 pm -- Introductions
-         7:15 pm             -- Dinner
-         8:00 pm             -- Panel discussion moderated by Joe Gadino

The informal networking groups are so helpful in networking that we will do the "speed dating" again on the 27th before we sit down for dinner and the general introductions. Briefly, these informal "dates" consist of up to 4 people and last for 5 to 10 minutes. At the end of the 10 minutes, the groups break up and new ones are formed with different participants. Suggested dialogues for your "speed dating" encounters will be provided at the registration desk in case you are at a loss for what to say during these conversations.

There will be an opportunity to circulate up to 50 copies of your resume, personal bio, leads, or other appropriate material in a handout for each participant from the dinner.

The cost will be $45 for everyone if forwarded by mail or other to John Sampson by COB Tuesday, September 26th at 2 Blackfoot Cir, Wayne NJ 07470. Checks should be made out to John Sampson who can be reached by phone at 973-248-3251 or via email at jcsspike@yahoo.com. Reservations can also be made by contacting Lizanne Fiorentino at adminedg@optonline.net but checks must be sent directly to John.

An initial list of attendees will be emailed to all the RSVPs, members of MNA, the ETP Network, TENG, TBCNJ, Monmouth Ntwkg, IT-Net, CIT and other interested parties the weekend of September 24/25 for initial review and correction. The RSVP list will facilitate networking at the September 27th meeting and can be used to communicate with attendees in advance or after the dinner meeting. For those attendees who are working, current work affiliation, email address, three previous companies you've worked for/consulted at, professional job interest or position availability must be included in your RSVP.

For those attendees who are in transition, three target companies should be included in your RSVP as well as the type of position you seek.

A "final" numbered RSVP list of attendees will be available along with the pre-published questions and an ID badge at the registration desk on the 27th. Your number on the final RSVP list should be part of your introduction: "I'm number x on the RSVP list …". All attendees should have their sharp, crisp, 30 second elevator speech at the ready. Too many "ahs, dees and doeses" will be cut off unceremoniously. Remember, you and your introduction will be between the rest of the attendees and dinner!

A final RSVP list of the actual attendees will be emailed to everyone who participated by first week in October.

We will accept a LIMITED number of walk-ins on the 27th. Anyone who attends on the 27th and whose check has not been received by COB on the 27th will be charged $60 WITHOUT EXCEPTION. There will be NO refunds and no shows WILL be billed.

Again, bring 50 copies of your bio/resume, leads, or materials you wish to be included in the handout the evening of September 27th.
Directions to the Holiday Inn at One Rt 46 Westbound in Totowa can be found at www.holiday-inn.com/totowanj

Dues are due for MNA Members.

If you would like to help out at the meeting on the 27th, volunteer to be a "Meeting Marshall". Call John Sampson at 973-248-3251 for details. We can use your help!!!

Please join us for what always is a well attended evening of lively discussion, great networking opportunities, and a chance to just catch up.

Draft Questions for Recruiters Night Out 9/27/11
(Pls edit these questions appropriately and return the results to John Sampson)
Industry Related
1.        What is your perception of the current job market in general such as demand for IT, HR, Fin Svcs, and Eng skills for both contract and permanent senior positions ?
2.        Are there any key industries to target?
a.       growth industries?
b.      specific companies?
3.        Do you see or anticipate any impact on hiring – in financial services or other - as a result of the subprime mortgage and liquidity crunch?
Client Related/Personal
4.        What are the top issues or problems that your clients are trying to solve?
a.       most sought after skills?
5.        When a client specifies "hands on"
a.       do you ask for a clarification / definition?
b.      what is your interpretation?
6.        What is your/your client's policy regarding references and Social Security numbers up front? Are they required, what should a candidate do when asked for them?
7.        What makes a resume click with you? Can you relate any examples?
8.        What can a person do to differentiate themselves?
9.        How important are certifications? Which ones are in the most demand?
10.     How and how often should candidates stay in touch with you?
11.     Do you use LinkedIn as part of your search process in looking for candidates? How often do pictures and a complete profile figure your evaluation of candidates?
12.     Do you other job boards? Monster? Dice? CareerBuilder? Indeed? Craig's List?
Final
Considering the audience tonight, and the current status of the market as you see it, is there a final piece of advice you would like to offer them about dealing with Recruiters like yourselves?

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

Sept 20th - Tues Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions - Get dir from BLK site - Bring 15 copies of your resume

Sept 27th Tues - Recruiter Night Out Dinner Mtg - Joe Gadino Moderator - Jack Renahan: REMA TIP TOP NA - Sam Velu Informatic Technologies - Carolyn Mandaro: Mitchell Martin -

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2.: St Matthias Employment Ministry - Saturday October 8

Posted by: "Terrence" thseamon@yahoo.com thseamon

Mon Sep 19, 2011 6:04 am (PDT)

The St. Matthias Employment Ministry
is pleased to announce our next monthly program:

Interview and Get the Job!

Saturday October 8

Are you looking for work or know someone who is? Are you a recent college graduate who is trying to get started in your chosen field?
Are you under-employed? Or just looking to make a change?

Whatever your situation, if you need help finding meaningful work that fulfills your dreams, the St. Matthias Employment Ministry is here to help:
- with resume preparation
- with interview preparation
- with expanding your network
- with using LinkedIn and other social media
- with building your confidence
- with focusing your goals

And more! In short, if you are in a job search for whatever reason, we are here to support you.

Our next event is Saturday October 8th from 8:30 a.m. until 12 Noon in the Parish Meeting Room (PMR). We will focus on interviewing. Anyone with the need to prepare for an interview is welcome to come and join in this practical and interactive session. Tell your friends. It's free. All are welcome!

If you, or someone you know, are looking for a job, consider attending.

One of the best things for a job hunter is to get out of the house and meet up with other people. It's good for you, and good for them. You can network with others. You may even be able to help someone else!

Our motto is "Remember: You may be the answer to someone's prayers."

If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact us!

Hope to see you soon!

Terry Seamon

Terrence Seamon
Facilitating Change - Achieving Results!
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