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Next Week's Upcoming Networking Events by "Thomas Donohue" donohue83

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Next Week's Upcoming Networking Events

Sat Aug 15, 2015 9:06 am (PDT) . Posted by:

"Thomas Donohue" donohue83

Ramsey JSWT Members:

Listed below are Next Week's Upcoming Networking Events. Allmeetings are open to the public, plus you are welcome and strongly encouragedto attend.

Think of these meetings as opportunities, sort of like going toschool, to learn something that can reduce your time in transition by gainingknowledge in job search and interviewing skills needed to excel and standoutfrom your competition.

In traveling to these events, consider carpooling. Not only will it reduce the cost of drivingthere, but the friendly conversation will make the ride seem to go much faster.

I created a Yahoo group for anyone to joinand receive my list of Upcoming Networking Events. It is free andeasy to join. Just logon to Yahoo, search for a Group titled: Upcoming_Networking_Events,or click on the link below.

· Subscribe: upcoming_networking_events-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

· Unsubscribe : upcoming_networking_events-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

Individuals, as well as other transition supportnetworking groups, are welcome and encouraged to join.

If anyone is aware of an upcomingmeeting that you would like to share with the group, please let me know and Iwill gladly include it with my weekly updates.

Thank you,

Tom Donohue
a83td@aol.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tcdonohue

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, TheBronc, an on-campus radio station at Rider University. Host WandaEllet brings you the best career advice, no matter what stage your careeris in. Whether you are in transition, looking for a better opportunity, or evena college student, Your Career is Calling has you covered. Nearly every single week, they are joined bya special guest to cover a unique topic. Don't forget to tune into 107.7 FM The Bronc, http://www.1077thebronc.com/ or 107.7The Bronc's free Android and IPhone Apps. Listeners can reach the studio with their questions at 1-877-900-1077. In addition, interesting previous episodes are available at: http://comm.rider.edu/thebronc/?page_id=356.

Mondays, from 9:00 – 10:00 pm. Callin your job search questions every Monday night to a liveRadio Show titled: Own Your Careerhosted by Rod Colon, on Blogtalk Radio - http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ownyourcareer. Dial 1-347-857-3320 withyour questions to get proven guidance from the # 1 career coach in the UnitedStates, specialized in the 7 Step JobSearch and author of the book Win The Race For 21st Century Jobs. Getfree coaching with challenges you encounter steering your career in the roughseas of the 21st century job market.

In addition tothe great meetings listed below, check out the Neighbors-helping-Neighbors(NhN) website at: http://neighbors-helping-neighbors.com or www.nhnusa.org for additional meetings.

Monday, August 17th from 10:30 am- 1:00 pm: ProfessionalService Group of Central NJ will host Haiyan Chen, who will give a presentation titled: Interview Question Workshop, Do Not WaitUntil You Are Too Thirsty To Dig A Well. Additional information is available at: www.psgcnj.biz. PSGCNG meets every Monday, except holidays. The meeting will be at First United MethodistChurch of Somerville, 48 West High Street, Somerville, NJ 08876.

Monday, August 17th from1:15 - 2:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library willoffer a program titled: Job Seekers:Download a Customized Company List for Contacts. FindCompanies and Executive contacts for your next job. Search by industry as wellas location, size, and sales. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.

Monday, August 17thfrom 6:00 - 9:00 pm: The Westchester Networking Organization (WNO) willhost: Abby Kohut, also known asAbsolutely Abby, President of Staffing Symphony, will give a presentationtitled: Secrets Recruiters Don't WantYou to Know. During thispresentation, you will gain insight into what HR recruiters look for when theyare evaluating your qualifications. In 2015, you must do more than apply on jobboards. There are far more candidates applying for the same positions, so youhave to differentiate yourself. You will learn what to write in your coverletter, why keywords really matter and how to choose them, secrets about thankyou letters, and what to say during a phone screen to get a yes. Understandinghow to master each of these job search components is the key to your success in2015. Additional information is available on WNO's website at: http://wno.weebly.com. Please register in advance at http://WNO20150720.eventbrite.com. The meeting will be at the Croton Free Library, 171 Cleveland Drive, Croton-on-Hudson, NY10520.

Monday, August 17th from7:00 - 9:00 pm: The A.C.T.S. Support Group will host David Schuchman,who will give a presentation titled: Interview Preparation and Tips. Learn and participate in this presentation about what youneed to do in order to prepare for your next interview, what to expect fromyour interviewer, and what you need to do after the interview. For more information on the group, see the A.C.T.SJob Support Group page, or register now. The meeting is attheWashington Crossing United Methodist Church, 1895 Wrightstown Road inWashington Crossing, PA 18977

Tuesday,August 18th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry andBusiness Library will host Kristina Leonardi, who will give a presentationtitled: AuthenticBranding: Letting the Real You Shine in Any Situation. Getting to know and accept who you are, what you have to offer,and how you fit into any situation is your key to success, whether you areinterviewing for a job, working towards a promotion, starting a new business,or looking to meet new people. Kristina shows you how to get in tune withyour unique talents, abilities, strengths, passions, and project that image outinto the world to create and attract the outcomes you desire in every area ofyour life. The meeting is at the NewYork Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street,New York, NY 10016.

Tuesday, August 18th from 7:30 -9:30 pm: The Career Forumwill hostLynnell Lindsay, whowill give a presentation titled: Myers BriggsStyle In Career Search. For more informationcontact Sylvia Velez at 1-908-630-3530 or email svelez@somersethillsymca.org. Themeeting is at the Somerset Hills YMCA, 140 Mt. Airy Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ07920.

Wednesday, August 19thfrom 9:30 am - 12:00 noon: TheProfessional Service Group of Morris County (PSGMC) will host Dale Favia, PSGMC President, who will conducta special meeting on: Mock Interviewing. Practice makes perfect! Improve yourinterview skills by participating in a mock interview. You will gain the confidence that comes withpractice as well as feedback and coaching to improve your technique andcommunications skills. To participate, bring a hard copy of your résumé and jobdescription to Wednesday's meeting. If you prefer, e-mail your documents toDale at dfavia@optonline.net byTuesday, August 18th. Additionalinformation is available at: www.psgmc.org. Themeeting will be at the Parsippany Troy Hills Library, 449 Halsey Road,Parsippany, NJ 07054.

Wednesday, August 19th from 12:30- 2:00 pm: The New York Public Library - Grand Central Library will host Tom Powner of Career Thinker Inc. whowill give a presentation titled: Using Cover Letters, Thank You Notes, Biosand Reference Lists. You could be selling yourself short by notsending a cover letter with your resume or not sending a thank you letter afteran interview. Many job seekers choose to take the advice that cover letters orthank you letters are not needed, well that's the easy choice, but isn't thebest one. Learn about these important documents and review samples of each. Tom will discuss: Why cover letters are stillneeded with your resume, What should be included in your cover letter, How Bioscan be a great tool in your job search, What should be included in your bio,The job interview thank you letter/e-note can be very effective, What makes agreat thank you letter/e-note, and Tips and advice for creating a greatreference list. Advanced registration isrequired at: http://events-careerthinker-.eventbrite.com/. The meeting is at the New YorkPublic Library - Grand Central Library, 135East 46th Street, 2nd floor community room, NewYork, NY 10017

Wednesday, August19th from 1:00 - 3:00 pm:The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will offer a programtitled: AARP Back To Work 50+ VirtualCareer Network. Explore jobstrategies for 50+ workers. The Virtual Career Network can helpyou prepare and qualify for a well-paying job and a rewarding career inHealthcare, Green Economy or Transit by connecting you to the education andtraining you need. The meeting is atthe New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34thStreet, New York, NY 10016.

Wednesday, August 19th from 6:00 -7:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host Win Sheffield, a career coach, who will give a presentation titled:How to use Recruiters,Ads, Social Media and Letter campaigns to your best advantage in your jobcampaign. Everyone knowsthat networking is the most effective way to land a job. And yet we cannot ordo not want to spend all our time networking. The best campaigns employ morethan one method to succeed. Join career coach Win Sheffield to explore how touse many of the other tools available to a job seeker to best advantage. You will learn: 1) How to managerelationships with recruiters, 2) The most effective way to manage respondingto ads, 3) Different social media strategies to get known in the job marketplace,and 4) Different kinds of letters and how to deploy them. The meeting is at theNew York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34thStreet, New York, NY 10016.

Wednesday, August 19th from 7:00 -9:00 pm: GenY NetworkingGroup will host: Paul Hatrak, aFocalPoint Certified Business Coach and President of Hatrak Associates, whowill give a presentation titled: Howto Better Communicate for Success. Have you ever lost an important jobopportunity or networking connection and wondered why? It could be because youare interviewing and networking the same way with everyone and not tailoringyour activities to each person's behavioral style. You could be missing as muchas 75 percent of your opportunities by doing this. Paul will lead an interactive discussion thatwill help you understand the universal language of DISC(dominance-experience-steadiness- security-compliance). DISC is concerned withhow we act and our way of doing things. You will gain an understanding of yourown behavioral style, recognize the behavioral style of others, and be able toadapt and blend your style for greater, more effective communication andrelationships (personal and professional). So come out and join us, please plan to attend and spread theword. I am confident that Paul will not disappoint, and that you willenjoy this evening. For additionalinformation or to register, please contact Joe Finazzo at joseph.finazzo@yahoo.com. The meetingis at the Library of the Chathams, 214 Main Street, Chatham, NJ 07928.

Wednesday, August 19th from 7:30 -9:15 pm. JobSeekers of Montclair, will host a program titled: Cover Letters, Thank-You Letters and References. The following topics will be discussed: 1)Designing effective cover letters, 2) Telephone etiquette and effective use,and 3) Thank you letters and their place. Additional information is availableat: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/, or by calling 1-973-783-3442. The meeting is at St. Luke's Church Hall, 73 SouthFullerton Avenue (corner of Union Street), Montclair, NJ 07042.

Thursday, August 20th from 2:00 -4:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host Sherry Natkow, who will give a presentation titled: Crafting an Elevator Pitch. For career success, one proven way to make apositive first impression is with a well-crafted professional introduction. An elevatorpitch communicates your core information quickly and sparks conversation, andleads to a meeting or business card exchange.
While short, an elevator pitch is far too important to take casually. It shouldbe carefully constructed yet authentic, and be as adaptable at a cocktailparty, at the gym, or at the U.N. You can tweak your elevator pitch forsocial media, cover letters, email introductions, and cold calls. This workshop offers a step-by-step approachto building a versatile and effective elevator pitch. Learn how to effortlesslyanswer, so tell me about yourself, with panache in 10, 30, 60-seconds. If youget your pitches right, you will be riding the express elevator to your newjob. Pre-registration is required. Interested participants must email SherryNatkow at snatkow@job-prep.com to enroll and receive additional information. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Thursday, August20th from 3:15 - 4:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry andBusiness Library will host a special meeting titled: Business Plan ResearchWorkshop. This workshop providesresearch guidance specifically tailored to your particular business plan. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Friday, August21st from 9:00am - 12:00 Noon: TheChemPharma Association's Philadelphia Chapter will host Charley Timmons, who will give apresentation titled: The PerfectLinkedIn Profile Summary. Asexecutives and professionals, we realize the pivotal role of networking in thesuccess of our careers. For many in the ChemPharma community, LinkedIn remainsan often misunderstood and underutilized tool to effectively build, leverageand nurture a strong and vibrant network of relationships that matter. Buyers(i.e., decision makers, people of influence, hiring managers, referringparties, etc.) access LinkedIn daily to learn more about those they just met(and those they want to meet). Buyers report they are underwhelmed with theinitial impressions made by the poorly developed profiles of the majority ofexecutives and professionals in this region. It does not have to be thatway. This session provides you withup-to-date techniques to build your LinkedIn Profile Summary in order toattract your right fit targets. What'sthe best way to bullet-proof your career, building and maintaining a relevant,vibrant network of influencers and decision makers. LinkedIn provides a freeinternet-based platform to create that crucial first impression something referredto as the digital handshake. Attendeesleave the session with fresh insights, actionable information, and a renewedconfidence in their potential to communicate their story on LinkedIn. You do not need to be a ChemPharma member toattend. For additional information,contact Barry Rosenblatt at 1-215-694-2925 or SMEbiotech1@comcast.net. The meeting is at Right Management's King ofPrussia Office, 630 Freedom Business Center, Suite 400, King of Prussia,PA 19406.

Friday, August 21stfrom 9:45am - 12:00 Noon: The Princeton Public Library and the Professional ServiceGroup of Mercer County will host TomCallahan, who will give a presentation titled: Job Opportunities in the Elder Care Field. The Elder Care field is booming. As our prior generations age, their wellnessand care needs increase. Tom will explain the opportunities that exist in allareas of the Elder Care field, and how we can position ourselves within theindustry. Visit the PSG of Mercer County website to learn about the numerous resourcesavailable there. The meeting is at the Princeton Public Library, 65 WitherspoonStreet, Princeton, NJ 08542.

Friday, August21st from 12:00 noon - 1:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary will host John Crant, whowill give a presentation titled: Organizing andManaging Your Job Search. Johnwill discuss how to look at your job search and next career opportunity from adifferent angle. Discover how to plan, set goals, and manage your job search. Thediscussion includes: 15 Pathways to Job Search Success, Networking Strategy, JobSearch Activity Goals and Tracking, Weekly Review of Your Goals, Calling aHiring Manager, and Strategy, and 30 Second Calling Script: Preparation beforeCalling. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library,188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Saturday, August 22nd from 8:30 -10:30 am: The Monmouth Networking Group will host: Abby Kohut, also known as AbsolutelyAbby, President of Staffing Symphony, will give a presentation titled: Secrets Recruiters Don't Want You to Know. Abby suggests being the captain of your owncareer and doing what makes sense for you. She will discuss the four key steps to success for your job search: 1) YourCollateral, resume and cover letter, 2) Phone Screen, this is your firstimpression, so answer with some energy, 3) Interview, dress for success, and 4)Close The Deal, ask questions. Make sure you have a long list. This shows you are interested, as you have done theresearch. The meetingis at Christ Church in Middletown, (West Door), 90Kings Highway, Middletown, NJ 07748-2025.

The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary, located at 188Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016-4314, offers an extensiveseries of weekly programs pertaining to job search, training, and careeradvice. Inquiries about programs may bemade by calling 917-275-6975, Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm. Click on their link at: http://www.nypl.org/events/calendar?location=65 for a detailed list of upcomingclasses. In addition to these greatin-person classes, the library also recorded some of the presentations and theyare available 24/7 on-line at: http://www.nypl.org/node/90324. Check them out, I am sure you will be pleasantly surprised by the amountof helpful information awaiting you.

Free Pro Bono Career Coaching. Career Coaching is a PRO BONO / FREE service available to job seekerswho wish to focus an existing job search strategy and/or gain insight on how tocraft an effective self-marketing plan. Each session is comprised of a 50minute meeting with a volunteer Job Coach at SIBL's Madison Avenue location. To make an appointment for a PRO BONO / FREEcoaching session, please visit:

http://www.genbook.com/bookings/slot/reservation/30075466

Please provideyour name, phone number, e-mail address, and specific goals. If you do not havean e-mail address, please input noemail@email.com when prompted. Once booked, an e-mailconfirmation and follow-up reminder will be sent to the e-mail addressprovided. In addition, you may also receive a courtesy telephone callconfirming your appointment. If you haveany questions, please contact the Job Search Central Manager at jscnypl@nypl.orgor call 1-212-592-7006.

The United Way of Northern New Jersey is offers Free Career Coaching. The program provides professionals with an opportunity to learntechniques for success in the workplace and shares local resources for jobtraining. Obtain help with topics suchas: Tools to brand yourself, Updatingyour resume and cover letter, Career networking tips, Techniques to ace yournext interview, Strategies for resume distribution, Counseling on alternativecareer paths, Advice on dressing for success, and Help setting and achieving shortand long-term career goals. Theseone-on-one sessions are by appointment only. Additional information isavailable at: http://www.unitedwaynnj.org/newsevents/uwevents_template0.php?event_id=1170&frm= Tomake an appointment, email Durelle McPherson orcall 1.973.993.1160, x210. The meetingsare at United Way of Northern New Jersey, Suite 205, 60 South Fullerton Ave,Montclair, NJ 07042.