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Sat Jan 25, 2014 5:36 am (PST) . Posted by:
"john sampson" jcsspike
SAVE THE DATE
COMBINED DINNER MTG
– TUESDAY, Feb 11th
Recruiter Night Out
Raffle: Donated by Razzino Associates
On Tuesday evening, February 11th,
MIS Network Associates (MNA), IT-Networking, the ETP
Network, TENG, The Breakfast Club of NJ, Monmouth Networking, Careers In
Transition (CIT) and Association
of Women in Computing (AWC) will host a combined Recruiter Night Out dinner meeting
for members, alumni, friends, and guests at The Holiday Inn in Totowa, NJ. The Recruiter Nighdt 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:
- Retained Search: Mark
Cohen - Mark Cohen & Company
- Contingency: Sue
McLean - The Connors Group
- Corporate: John
McKinley - Marotta
Controls
- Consulting: Michael Beck - Xlance Consulting
- Corporate: Daria Palestina - Regeneron
The panel will be moderated by
Mike Szot, Director KPMG.
Mike brings almost three decades
of experience providing IT advisory and business services to the life sciences
industry. He has developed and led successful technology services organizations
throughout his career. Prior to joining KPMG, Michael was the co-founder of a
successful information technology advisory services firm that he managed for
over 25 years. His firm specialized in providing information technology
consulting and systems integration services to clients across the life sciences
industry and employed over 150 professionals.
Michael is responsible for
managing KPMG's global relationships within the Life Sciences industry with
specific concentration in areas such as:
• Tax & Accounting services
• Information Technology services
• Business Effectiveness
• Transaction services
• Governance, Risk & Compliance services
• Forensic services
Mike is a Board Member of The
Giving Hope Network (GHN) which is focused on supporting orphans, foster
children and individuals with autism and their families. GHN raises awareness
for these causes and provide resources (funds, time, talent, etc.) to selected
partners to further their charitable endeavors.
He also serves as the President of The NJ SIM
Foundation which supports the needs of not-for-profit organizations throughout
the state of New Jersey. The NJ SIM
Foundation provides funding for programs for the disadvantaged, coordination of
services in an effort to bring technology capabilities to those in need, and
financial assistance to IT students and charitable organizations.
For more than 20 years, the SIM
New Jersey Chapter has been the organization of choice for IT executives in the
New Jersey metropolitan area. Membership now includes over 300 CIOs, CTOs,
CXOs, and IT leaders, as well as consultants and academics from top New Jersey
and New York businesses and institutions.
Unedited questions for the panel are
included below. These questions are subject to editing until Friday, February
7th, 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.
available in hard copy at the registration desk the evening of the dinner
meeting on February11th. Again, ad hoc
questions will be accepted by the Moderator during the discussion with the
panelists and Mike Szot may have a few questions for the panelists himself.
The schedule for the dinner
meeting on February 11th will be:
- 6:00 to 6:45 pm – Registration, "speed dating", and cash bar
- 6:45 to 7:15 pm - Introductions
- 7:15 pm - Buffet Dinner
- 8:00 pm - Panel discussion moderated by Mike
Szot
- 9:30 Approx - Raffle – You Must Be There To Win
The informal groups are so
helpful in networking that we will do the "speed dating" on the 11thbefore 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
Friday, January 24th 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.
Lizanne Fiorentino at lizanne@ignitethefl
An initial list of attendees will
be emailed to all the RSVPs, members of MNA, the ETP
Network, TENG, The Breakfast Club of NJ, Monmouth Ntwkg, IT-Net, CIT, AWC and
other interested parties the weekend of February 9th/8th for initial
review and correction. The RSVP list
will facilitate networking at the February 11th 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 your previous company, 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 11th. 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 June 4th.
We will accept a LIMITED number
of walk-ins on the 11th. Anyone who
attends on the 11thand whose check has not been received by COB on the 10th 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 February 11th.
Directions to the Holiday Inn at One Rt 46 Westbound in Totowa can be
found at www.holiday-
Dues are due for MNA Members.
If you would like to help out at
the meeting on the 11th, volunteer to be a "Meeting Marshall". Call John Sampson at 973-248-3251 for details. We may be able to use your help!!!
Please join us for what always is
a well attended evening of lively discussion, expert opinion, great networking
opportunities, and a chance to just catch up.
In case of a snow emergency, our
event will be rescheduled to February the 12th– same time same
location.
Draft Questions for
Recruiters Night Out 2/11/14 (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 slow market improvement we
are experiencing?
Client Related
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?
Personal
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 is networking in getting a new
position?
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?
Final
12. 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?
MNA Mtg Schedule:
Jan 21st - No Mtg - Snow - stay home
Jan 28th - Tues - Reg Mtg - New Berman Larson Kane Offices - Paramus - Get Dir from BLK site - Don't use GPS
Feb 11th - Tues - Recruiter Night Out Dinner Mtg - Mike Szot KPMG Moderator - Mark Cohen - Mark Cohen & Co: Daria Palestina - Regeneron: John McKinley - Marotta Controls: Michael Beck - XLance Consulting: Sue McLean - The Connors Grp
Feb 25th - No Mtg
Sat Jan 25, 2014 7:16 am (PST) . Posted by:
"john sampson" jcsspike
vp/customer support
--nyc health care/dist firm
--10-15 + yrs exp
--5 + yrs at a dir or vp level
--exp with medical devices prefered
--exp with setting up processes for an ERP system
--exp with call center logistics
--knowledge of distribution systems [ lynksys wireless routers etc ]
--good customer support skills
--familiar with interactive phone systems
--ability to gather data and analyze date and produce reports for sr mgmt
--salary 125-150k range + bonus
if you are interested please send your resume to ralph clark
Ralph Clark
Ralph Clark Associates
(732) 446-7227
rclark@ralphclarkassociates.com
MNA Mtg Schedule:
Jan 21st - No Mtg - Snow - stay home
Jan 28th - Tues - Reg Mtg - New Berman Larson Kane Offices - Paramus - Get Dir from BLK site - Don't use GPS
Feb 11th - Tues - Recruiter Night Out Dinner Mtg - Mike Szot KPMG Moderator - Mark Cohen - Mark Cohen & Co: Daria Palestina - Regeneron: John McKinley - Marotta Controls: Michael Beck - XLance Consulting: Sue McLean - The Connors Grp
Feb 25th - No Mtg
--nyc health care/dist firm
--10-15 + yrs exp
--5 + yrs at a dir or vp level
--exp with medical devices prefered
--exp with setting up processes for an ERP system
--exp with call center logistics
--knowledge of distribution systems [ lynksys wireless routers etc ]
--good customer support skills
--familiar with interactive phone systems
--ability to gather data and analyze date and produce reports for sr mgmt
--salary 125-150k range + bonus
if you are interested please send your resume to ralph clark
Ralph Clark
Ralph Clark Associates
(732) 446-7227
rclark@ralphclarkas
MNA Mtg Schedule:
Jan 21st - No Mtg - Snow - stay home
Jan 28th - Tues - Reg Mtg - New Berman Larson Kane Offices - Paramus - Get Dir from BLK site - Don't use GPS
Feb 11th - Tues - Recruiter Night Out Dinner Mtg - Mike Szot KPMG Moderator - Mark Cohen - Mark Cohen & Co: Daria Palestina - Regeneron: John McKinley - Marotta Controls: Michael Beck - XLance Consulting: Sue McLean - The Connors Grp
Feb 25th - No Mtg
Sat Jan 25, 2014 8:09 am (PST) . Posted by:
"Westchester Networking Organization" wno1635
WNO
WNO1635 at gmail.com
Begin forwarded message:
*From:* "Schulman, Sylvia" <sschulman@westportlibrary.org>
*Date:* January 23, 2014 at 20:17:18 EST
*To:* "Schulman, Sylvia" <sschulman@westportlibrary.org>
*Subject:* *interesting programs*
Hello everyone,
I hope you�re all handling the cold weather well. I wanted to be sure to
let you know about some upcoming Library seminars:
*This first one is not a Jobseeker event, but I�m including this seminar in
this email in case you�d like some insight into dealing with stress. **Refresh,
Reflect and Renew: Cultivate Resilience, Improve Your Health*
Monday, Jan 27, 2014 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Westport Library McManus Room
Using an experiential interactive format, *Dr. Paul Epstein
<http://drpaulepstein.com>,* Naturopathic Physician and mind-body medicine
stress expert, will address working with stressors faced in various
situations. By introducing mind-body skills of mindfulness meditation,
relaxation, compassion, healing and stress reduction, this talk and
workshop will focus on facing one's challenges more effectively as an
opportunity to transform stress, pain and illness into a journey of
self-healing.
Dr. Epstein has a private practice in Westport. For 30 years, he has
specialized in treating people with a wide range of chronic and
stress-related disorders. He travels extensively to lead mindful healing
workshops and to mentor health professionals. Epstein is the author of the
book, *Happiness Through Meditation.*
*Jobseekers: Energize Your Job Search*
Thursday, Jan 30, 2014 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The Westport Library McManus Room
Re-scheduled from January 21.
Gain an advantage by using valuable online tools such as *Reference USA,
LexisNexis *and *Plunkett Research. *Learn how to identify your key
companies, spot industry trends, and get in-depth background information
for greater success in networking and interviewing.
Best regards,
Sylvia
*Sylvia A. Schulman*
*Business Librarian*
*The Westport Library*
20 Jesup Road
Westport, CT 06880
p: 203.291.4844 f: 203.291.4856
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Begin forwarded message:
*From:* "Schulman, Sylvia" <sschulman@westportl
*Date:* January 23, 2014 at 20:17:18 EST
*To:* "Schulman, Sylvia" <sschulman@westportl
*Subject:* *interesting programs*
Hello everyone,
I hope you�re all handling the cold weather well. I wanted to be sure to
let you know about some upcoming Library seminars:
*This first one is not a Jobseeker event, but I�m including this seminar in
this email in case you�d like some insight into dealing with stress. **Refresh,
Reflect and Renew: Cultivate Resilience, Improve Your Health*
Monday, Jan 27, 2014 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
The Westport Library McManus Room
Using an experiential interactive format, *Dr. Paul Epstein
<http://drpaulepstei
stress expert, will address working with stressors faced in various
situations. By introducing mind-body skills of mindfulness meditation,
relaxation, compassion, healing and stress reduction, this talk and
workshop will focus on facing one's challenges more effectively as an
opportunity to transform stress, pain and illness into a journey of
self-healing.
Dr. Epstein has a private practice in Westport. For 30 years, he has
specialized in treating people with a wide range of chronic and
stress-related disorders. He travels extensively to lead mindful healing
workshops and to mentor health professionals. Epstein is the author of the
book, *Happiness Through Meditation.*
*Jobseekers: Energize Your Job Search*
Thursday, Jan 30, 2014 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The Westport Library McManus Room
Re-scheduled from January 21.
Gain an advantage by using valuable online tools such as *Reference USA,
LexisNexis *and *Plunkett Research. *Learn how to identify your key
companies, spot industry trends, and get in-depth background information
for greater success in networking and interviewing.
Best regards,
Sylvia
*Sylvia A. Schulman*
*Business Librarian*
*The Westport Library*
20 Jesup Road
Westport, CT 06880
p: 203.291.4844 f: 203.291.4856
sschulman@westportl
westportlibrary.
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Sat Jan 25, 2014 9:11 am (PST) . Posted by:
"john sampson" jcsspike
From:Daniel Midoneck [mailto:daniel@velocitytek.
Sent: Friday, January 24, 2014 9:50 AM
To: jcsspike@yahoo.
Subject: Front Office Sr. Business Analyst Opportunity
Hi,
My name is Daniel and I'm an IT recruiter at Velocity Technology Resources. Our records show that you are an experienced IT professional with experience in Business Analysis. This experience is relevant to one of my current openings, which is detailed below. The position is located in New York, NY. This is a FULL TIME Position. My Client is currently accepting U.S. Citizens, EADs and Green Card Holders.
Compensation: Up to $155,000 (Base)
Flexibility to travel to client sites within the US or Canada as needed and upon short-notice (travel requirement of 80%).
Our client, a leading software vendor to the brokerage community, is looking for multiple high caliber Front Office Senior Business Analysts/ Consultant to implement and support their software at asset managers, fund managers, banks, insurance and pension plans across the US and Canada. You will be working across client organization and with portfolio managers, traders and compliance officers.
The consultant will be responsible for all aspect of the implementation process, with primary focus on the front office functions of order management, trade management, and trade compliance. Knowledge of back-office functions, such as position keeping, fund administration, settlement, accounting, performance measurement, and risk management will aid this individual, as the software is an end to end application from front, middle and back office.
Roles and Responsibilities
* Participate in all aspects of the Software implementation and support of the Front Office module , including business analysis, system design and configuration, data conversion, integration, testing and training.
* Participate in one or more business-related workstreams in the implementation project, identifying all required tasks, dependencies, and time/resource estimates and providing to Project Manager for inclusion in the overall project plan, as well as providing regular status updates.
* Lead requirements gathering workshops at new or existing clients in business-related areas, such order, trade management and trade compliance
* Design and deliver an overall solution set to meet client requirements, modelling front office workflows, customizing and delivering standard configuration solutions, and developing and delivering new solutions.
* Assist the client in developing an overall test strategy and test plans and support the client in the execution of test cases, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise.
* Provide configuration and end-user training
Required Experience
* years experience working on front office software implementation projects in the financial industry
* Consultants will have a number of years of experience in one of the following fields:
* Asset Management Order Management, Trade Management, Compliance
* Consulting or Professional Services within the Asset Management sector
* An implementation role for a software vendor specialising in Asset Management software
* Consultants will also have a proven track record and be able to demonstrate:
* An interest in the Finance industry, possess the capacity to learn more through a combination of internal training and on-the-job experience.
* Strong project management skills
* Interest and enthusiasm to use and learn new software packages.
* Detailed knowledge of two or more of the following areas:
* Fixed income products
* Equity-based products
* OTC derivatives
* Portfolio management and decision making tools in the front office
* Compliance
* SQL, XML, and/or ETL tools
* Relational databases
* Crystal Reports
* Knowledge of data providers' & competitors proprietary software
If you are interested in exploring this opportunity further, please respond via e-mail with an updated resume in word format. Please include a daytime phone number so I can reach you. In considering candidates, time is of the essence, so please respond ASAP. If this position is not appropriate for your qualifications, I would appreciate hearing from anyone you know who might be interested.
To view other jobs and our referral program please visit our website, www.velocitytek.
Sincerely yours,
Daniel Midoneck
Senior Staffing Specialist
Velocity Technology Resources Inc.
90 Route 520 W
Morganville, NJ 07751
(212) 695-4407 Direct
(732) 308-0888 Main
www.linkedin.
http://www.velocity
MNA Mtg Schedule:
Jan 21st - No Mtg - Snow - stay home
Jan 28th - Tues - Reg Mtg - New Berman Larson Kane Offices - Paramus - Get Dir from BLK site - Don't use GPS
Feb 11th - Tues - Recruiter Night Out Dinner Mtg - Mike Szot KPMG Moderator - Mark Cohen - Mark Cohen & Co: Daria Palestina - Regeneron: John McKinley - Marotta Controls: Michael Beck - XLance Consulting: Sue McLean - The Connors Grp
Feb 25th - No Mtg
Sat Jan 25, 2014 12:55 pm (PST) . Posted by:
"Thomas Donohue" donohue83
Ramsey JSWT Members:
Listed below are next week'supcoming networking events. All meetings are open to the public, plus you arewelcome and strongly encouraged to attend. Try going to at least one or twomeetings a week, what you learn there will definitely help shorten your time intransition. Also, many of these groups convene in the evening, so it will nottake time away from your daily job search activities.
Think of these meetings asopportunities, sort of like going to school, to learn something that can reduceyour time in transition by gaining knowledge in job search and interviewingskills needed to excel and standout from your competition.
In traveling to these meetings,consider car pooling. Not only will it reduce the cost of driving there, butthe friendly conversation will make the ride seem to go much faster.
Next Saturday I will be distributing the list of FebruaryNetworking Events. If anyone is aware ofan upcoming meeting that you would like to share with the group, please let meknow and I will gladly include it. Also, if any transition support group wouldlike to receive this list to share with your members, please let me know and itwould be my pleasure to add your group to the distribution list.
In the event that snow or inclement weather is forecasted, pleasecheck with the meeting organizer if it will be canceled or postponed beforetraveling there.
Thank you,
Tom Donohue
a83td@aol.com
http://www.linkedin
Next Week'sUpcoming Networking Events
Sundays, from 8:00– 9:00 am. Every Sunday morning tune into Your Career is Calling on 107.7 FM, The Bronc, an on-campus radiostation at Rider University. Hosts Frank Kovacs and Wanda Ellet bring you the best career advice, no matter what stageyour career is in. Whether you are in transition, looking for a betteropportunity, or even a college student, Your Career is Calling has youcovered. Nearly every single week, theyare joined by a special guest to cover a unique topic. Don't forget to tune into 107.7 FM The Bronc,http://www.1077theb
Monday, January27th from 10:00 am - 12:00 noon: Northern NJProfessionals in Transition will host: will host Tony Calabrese, a Five O'Clock Club-Certified Career Coach, whowill give a presentation titled: YourPersonal Marketing Plan and How It Can Be A Valuable Aid In Your Job Search. Do You Have a Personal Marketing Plan? Ifyou do, are you sharing it with your networking contacts? If you do not, wouldyou like some help on how to put one together? If you have no idea of what apersonal marketing plan is this is your opportunity to learn about it now. Ifyou do have one, come learn how you can make yours better, and share it withyour peers and get feedback on it from a professional career coach. Yes, yourresume is an important document for a prospective employer, as to capturingwhat you have done and what you may offer, but your Marketing Plan can helpmove your search forward and help you to communicate what it is you want to donext, and where you should be looking to find it. If you are interested in organizing andaccelerating your career search, learning how to apply the best practices formarketing yourself, and working with confidence and certainty, the quickest wayto jump-start your effort is to join us. For additional information, pleasecontact Raymond Helfrich at raymond.is.linked.
Monday, January27th from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm: Professional Service Groupof Central NJ will host a special meeting titled: Selling U - A Workshop. Additional information is available at: www.psgcnj.org. The meeting will be at First United MethodistChurch of Somerville, 48 West High Street, Somerville, NJ 08876.
Monday, January27th from 12:00 noon - 1:30 pm: The New York Science,Industry and Business Library will host CeliaCurrin, who will give a presentation titled: The Job Search: Managing Your Head Game and Your Energy. You perform best when you are feelingpositive energy. Job hunting and managing your career over the long haul ishard work. It calls for skills that few of us come by naturally – and even forthose lucky ones, it is still stressful. Celia will offertips to reduce the stress of your job search. The meeting is at the New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, NewYork, NY 10016.
Monday, January27th from 4:30 - 6:30 pm: UnionCounty College will host Rod Colon who will give a presentation titled: Lead Your Career Workshop, Part1. The meeting is at Union County College, in the Cafeteria, at 40 West Jersey Street, Elizabeth,NJ 07202.
Monday, January 27thfrom 6:00 – 8:00 pm:The New Jersey North Chapter of the Greater Philadelphia Senior Executive GroupGPSEG (formerly NJENG) invites youto an After Hours Social. Come foran evening of intelligent conversation, business networking, reconnecting withgood friends, or making new ones. This is a great way for working members tokeep in touch and meet the many new members. We invite other executive levelnetworking groups such as: ChemPharma, FENG, IERG, MENG, NJ-SENG, and TENG. No RSVP or registration isneeded, and there is no cost to attend. The meeting is at the Hamilton ParkHotel, 175 Park Avenue, Florham Park, NJ 07932.
Monday, January27th from 6:00 - 9:00 pm: The Westchester Networking Organization (WNO)will host: David Lewis, CEO of Operation Inc, who will give a presentation titled: Interview from the Interviewer&#
Monday, January 27thfrom 7:00 – 9:00 pm:Temple Community Network (TCN) will host BarbaraSzala, President of In-Person Communications, who will give a presentationtitled: Beyond the Resume: Making ThePersonal Connection. For many of us,our resumes and networks get us in the door, but it is personal chemistry thatcloses the deal. Barbara will offer tipsto help you enhance your job search capabilities by drawing on your own naturaltalents. You will have the opportunity to get personalized coaching on how toproject those intangible qualities--poise, presence, focus, energy--thatimmedia
Tuesday, January28th from 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm: Webinar – Lisa Rangel, founder and ManagingDirector of Chameleon Resumes, will give a presentation titled: How To Double, And Even Triple Your JobLeads Using LinkedIn. In today'seconomy, it is the proverbial kiss of death to sit and wait for jobs leads tocome to you. Just being on LinkedIn is like casting a hook with no bait intothe ocean and hoping you will catch a fish. Lisa will discuss how to optimize LinkedIn to get quality job leads andstrategically expand your professional network. On this Webinar you willlearn: 1) Why the profile you currently have is costing you thousands, if nottens of thousands of dollars, in income and what you need to do to fix it, 2)Four little known and often misunderstood ways to find leads and opportunityusing LinkedIn, 3) Nine proven techniques for making your LinkedIn profileattract the exact type of job you want, 4) Seven actions you must take if youwant to be found by your target audience or hiring manager, 5) How to createyour own custom target list of the exact people you want to hire you, and 6) Theone feature of LinkedIn everyone should use to manage their career, but hardlyanyone knows about, and much more. Click here to register now! You willreceive a link to the recording regardless of attending, but you must sign upto get it.
Tuesday, January28th from 4:30 - 6:30 pm: Union County College will host Rod Colon who will give a presentation titled: LeadYour Career Workshop, Part 2. The meeting is at Union County College, in the Cafeteria, at 40 West Jersey Street, Elizabeth,NJ 07202.
Tuesday, January28th from 7:30 - 9:30 pm: The Career Forum will host MikePalestina, an ExecutiveCoach, who will give a presentation titled: Non-Verbal CommunicationsDurin
Wednesday, January29th from 1:00 - 3:00 pm: The New York Science, Industryand Business Library will offer a program titled: WorkSearch Orientation. Areyou a 40+ job seeker? WorkSearch is anonline system which provides links to job openings, skills assessment tools,and training programs at no cost to individuals. After taking the orientation, WorkSearch is accessible toregistrants through the Internet, or through Library computers. Attendees will be shown how to download theinformation to a USB flash drive (Bring your own USB drive). The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.
Wednesday, January29th from 4:30 - 6:30 pm: RaritanValley Community College will host Rod Colon who will give a presentation titled: Lead Your Career Workshop. Themeeting is at Raritan Valley CommunityCollege, in the Lecture Hall Near the Planetarium,
Wednesday, January29th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industryand Business Library will host JohnCrant, who will give a presentation titled: Building Your Professional Network With LinkedIn. John will demonstrate how to start networkingwith LinkedIn.com's networking personal profiles and then use your expandednetwork in your search for your next career challenge. The discussion includes: 1) Your LinkedInProfile, and Creating Your Own Personal Network Networking Strategies to ExpandYour Network, 2) Whom Should I link with on LinkedIn, 3) Joining Groups willBenefit You in ways that You May Not Realize, 4) Why Your Blog should be Linkedto Your LinkedIn Profile, 5) Expert Questions, Answers, Job Listings and MoreRight on LinkedIn, and 6) Why Giving and Receiving Recommendations for YourProfile on LinkedIn is More Important than it Seems. Themeeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 MadisonAvenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
Wednesday, January29th from 7:30 - 9:15 pm. Job Seekers of Montclair, will host aprogram titled: RecognizingYour Accomplishments. Identifyingyour accomplishments - really getting to know your strengths - can be animportant and rewarding task. Accomplishments summarize what you have donesuccessfully in the past and are a good indicator of what you are capable ofdoing in the future. Sometimes we take our accomplishments for granted. Byexpecting them to be dramatic achievements, we overlook some of the simpleaccomplishmen
Thursday, January30th from 10:00 - 11:30 am: The Westport Public Library'sBusiness Librarian, Sylvia Schulman,who will give a presentation titled: EnergizeYour Job Search. Gain an advantage by using valuable online tools such asReference USA, LexisNexis and Business Company Resource Center. Ms. Schulmanwill show you how to identify your key companies, spot industry trends, and getin-depth background information for greater success in networking andinterviewing. Additional information is available on the library's website at: www.westportlibrary
Thursday, January30th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industryand Business Library will host KristinaLeonardi, who will give a presentation titled: Who Are You and What Are You Supposed to Be Doing with Your Life? Kristina will discuss re-assessing who youare and what you should be doing with your life so you can achieve fulfillmenton all levels, and at the same time enable you to serve others. She will share with you how she came to formThe Women's Mosaic, and how the tools and lessons she has learned can help youcreate a more gratifying care and life path for yourself. Themeeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 MadisonAvenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
Friday, January31st from 12:00 noon - 1:30 pm: The New York Science,Industry and Business Library will host TheodoreHenderson, who will give a presentation titled: The Indisputable Laws to Become a Successful Leader and Expand YourCareer. Theodore agrees withthe real leadership experts. It is a myth to say if you are not born a leaderyou will never be one. Theodore will sharehow leaders can be made and are made every day by individuals who embrace theright learning and success habits. In this lecture you will be introduced tothe indisputable laws of leadership. You will quickly see from the techniquescovered that there is not one magical action you take to become a leader butseveral things you must learn and do consistently to transform yourself into abetter leader and manager. The effect on your career may be almost immediateand dramatic as well. The meeting is at the New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, NewYork, NY 10016.
Saturday, February1st from 12:30 - 2:00 pm: The New York Science, Industryand Business Library will host a special StartUP!2014 Business Plan Competition Workshop 2: Developing Your Marketing Plan. This is the first training workshop for theNew York StartUP 2014 Business Plan Competition. This is the second trainingworkshop for the New York StartUP! 2014 Business Plan Competition. Learn how todevelop a marketing plan for your business. This session will be offered threetimes in February. The meeting is at theNew York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34thStreet, New York, NY 10016.
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