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Sat Nov 7, 2015 6:48 am (PST) . 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.
Try not to miss an opportunity where you canexpand your network, make new friends, share knowledge with your peers, andhear highly relevant and beneficial insights and perspectives from experts inthe marketplace. Make it a goal to attend at least one or twomeetings a week.
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 join and receive mylist of Upcoming Networking Events. It is free and easy 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 support networkinggroups, are welcome and encouraged to join.
If anyone is aware of an upcoming meeting that you would like toshare with your colleagues, please let me know and I will gladly include itwith 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 107.7 The Bronc's free Android and IPhoneApps. Listeners can reach the studiowith their questions at 1-877-900-1077. In addition, interesting previous episodes areavailable 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 RodColon, on Blogtalk Radio - http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ownyourcareer. Dial1-347-857-3320 with your questions to get proven guidance from the # 1career coach in the United States, specialized in the 7 Step Job Search and author of the book Win The Race For 21stCentury Jobs. Get free coaching with challenges you encounter steering yourcareer in the rough seas 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.comor www.nhnusa.orgfor additional meetings.
Sunday, November 8th from 1:00 -4:00 pm, Our Lady of MountCarmel Church will host Ed McCabe, aLee, Hecht, Harrison career coach, and RichKritzer who will present the third segment of a four part workshop titled: Get Your Message Out – NETWORKING.Getting the message out about who you are and what you have to offer to people whoare likely to hire you is at the heart of the job search process. Thistechnique is often referred to as Networking. All are welcome! For additionalinformation, please call Carol Shea at 1-201-447-4215 or Tom Lewis at1-201-445-1864. The workshop is at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, OnePassaic Street, Ridgewood, NJ 07450, in the lower church meeting room.
Monday, November 9th from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm: Professional Service Group of Central NJwill host Nancy Range Anderson, a jobsearch coach and President of Blackbird Learning Associates, who will give apresentation titled: Career Assessment.Maybe you are re-entering the workforce after an absence. Perhaps,sensing the dramatic changes in the economy, you are considering pursuing a newjob. Whatever the reason for career reinvention, it is important tounderstand who you are; your likes, dislikes, strengths, weaknesses, values andpersonality. This session focuses on the steps to follow whenconsidering a career change. It includes worksheets, assessments and thetools to get you started. Additionalinformation is available at: www.psgcnj.biz. PSGCNG meets every Monday, exceptholidays. The meeting will be at FirstUnited Methodist Church of Somerville, 48 West High Street, Somerville, NJ08876.
Monday, November 9th from 6:30 -8:30 pm: The CareerNetworking Group will host MaribethFisher, Reference Librarian at SPPL, who will give a presentation titled: Job Search at Your Fingertips: How toResearch Like an Expert. Whether youare making a list of target companies or preparing for interviews, you must doyour homework. Go beyond Google to set yourself up for success. Learn how tomine industry and business databases and conduct advanced LinkedIn searches.See how to use library career assessment resources that help you determine yourbest path. Bring your job search questions and discover how to answer themthrough methodical research. Pleaseregister online at www.scotlib.org;call 1-908-322-5007 ext. 204, or e-mail library@scotlib.org. The meeting will be at the Scotch PlainsPublic Library, 1927 Bartle Ave., Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.
Tuesday, November 10th, from 5:30- 8:00 pm: The NorthernFairfield Professionals (NFP) will host PatriciaA. Bailey, a professional counselor, who will give a presentation titled: Difficult Questions and How to Prepare forYour Interview. You can conduct astellar job search. You can either write or have a professional craft akiller resume, portfolio, website, etc. When it comes down to that face-to-faceinterview, it is all about you and how well you present yourself. This iswhere the winner and the want-to-be are determined. To get past a fewstumbling blocks, the job candidate must first understand the most professionalinterviewers are more interested in eliminating you than hiring you. Theyare looking for something wrong. They want to document your faults andmove on to their idea of near perfect. This can be daunting if there areany areas in your past that are questionable. Learn the selection processthat gets you to that interview and learn how to make any employer want...andeven need to hire you; even though you may not have the perfect background. Please bring a friend who can benefit fromthis meeting. For additional informationcall John Barry at 1-203-270-0051 or john@itechcp.com. NFP meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of eachmonth. The meeting is in the St. RoseKnights of Columbus Building, 46 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470. Behind Saint Rose Church to the far left. The Knights building has 3garage doors on the first floor, the meeting room is on the second floor. Theentrance is the first door in the front of the building.
Tuesday, November 10th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary will host RobertHellmann, a career coach at www.hellmannconsulting.com, who will give apresentation titled: Turn JobInterviews into Offers. Have you ever walked out of an interviewthinking they loved you, but then you did not get the job? Or felt agreat conversation come to a halt as soon as you answered their salaryquestion? Perhaps in one interview you felt a bit too nervous, or yousimply want to polish up your interviewing skills. If any of these are true foryou, then this seminar is for you. The discussionincludes: 1) A strategic approach to interviewing that will put you ahead ofthe competition, 2) How to handle salary questions and other questions you arelikely to hear, 3) What to do when they ask you about your weaknesses, 4) Thethree things companies look for in a candidate, and how to prepare, 5) Thethree questions you must ask to ensure the interview's success, and 6) How toturn a No into a Yes. The meeting is atthe New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34thStreet, New York, NY 10016.
Tuesday, November 10th from 7:30 -9:30 pm: The Career Forumwill hostNickCorcodilos, a professional recruiter,who will give a presentation titled: Ask The Headhunter: How to Get The Right Employers' Attention. How are you selling yourself to prospectiveemployers and hiring managers? Deep down inside you know that you are good atwhat you do it is just a matter of time before a hiring manager sees thistoo. But how can you really get theright employers' attention? This question will be the focus of this session. Itwill certainly provide you with great information that you can apply immediatelyin your transition. Nick will show youhow you can communicate your "profitability" to someone important. For more information contact Sylvia Velez at1-908-630-3530 or email svelez@somersethillsymca.org. The meeting is at the Somerset Hills YMCA,140 Mt. Airy Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.
Wednesday, November 11th from 6:45- 9:30 pm: The HillsdaleCareer Resource Ministry Network Group will be hosting their 3rd Year Anniversary CelebrationParty. The group is turning 3 and weare having a TAILGATE PARTY. Bring yourfavorite tailgate food and wear your JEANS and JERSEYS. We have an incredible, fun, exciting,celebrity-filled evening planned for our Third Anniversary. To help uscelebrate, our special guest will be former NY Giant All-Pro, Joe Morris. All attendees will be entered to wina raffle ticket for an AMAZING Super Bowl package. This meeting should be SPECIAL. Please try tojoin us, and note the earlier starting time. For additional information, contact: John Carvelli at 1-201-995-7895, john.carvelli@pimco.com,or Janelle Razzino at 1-201-722-3111, janelle@razzinoassociates.com. Themeeting is at St. John The Baptist Church, in the Sheen Room of the ParishCenter, at 69 Valley Road, Hillsdale NJ 07642.
Wednesday, November 11th from 7:30- 9:15 pm. Job Seekers ofMontclair, will host a program titled: CoverLetters, Thank-You Letters and References. The following topics will be discussed: 1) Designing effective coverletters, 2) Telephone etiquette and effective use, and 3) Thank you letters andtheir place. Additional information is available at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/, or by calling 1-973-783-3442. Themeeting is at St. Luke's ChurchHall, 73 South Fullerton Avenue (corner of Union Street), Montclair, NJ 07042.
Thursday, November 12th, from 9:30- 11:30 am: Jewish VocationalService (JVS) of New Jersey will host: ClaudiaSandonato, a career coach and training expert, who will give apresentation titled: SuccessfulInterviewing for the Older Job Candidate: How to Make Maturity Work for You. If you are a job-seeker in your 50's or 60's,you are already aware that you face a number of age-related challenges tolanding your next position. Studies and statistics show there is anover-whelming bias towards hiring in this age group, particularly toward women.Learn how to navigate the biases that exist and land the job you want and forwhich you are qualified. You can, or just might, prevail with the rightknowledge, preparation and a can-do attitude. Some of the topics that will be discussed include: Who is the olderworker, The value-added factor of age Employment challenges and opportunities,Age-related barriers and myths, Steps to overcome, and How to field toughage-bias Interview questions and objections. To register, e-mail ClaudiaSanonato at Csandonato@jvsnj.org. The meeting is at the JVS Main Office, 111Prospect Street, East Orange, NJ 01017.
Thursday, November 12th from 12:00noon - 1:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host Celia Currin, career and executive coach, who will give apresentation titled: How to MaintainMomentum in Your Job Search. How honest areyou with how much effort you are putting into your job search? Are youspending enough time on it? Are you skipping critical steps like assessments,research, your resume and LinkedIn profiles? Do you have enough things going?Are you talking to the right people? Are you finding support for your efforts?Are you setting goals and tracking your efforts? Celiawill discuss many of the common areas that might need to be tweaked or added toyour job search. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.
Thursday, November 12th from 12:30- 2:30 pm: The New York Public Library - Grand Central Library will host Tom Powner of Career Thinker Inc. whowill give a presentation titled: JobSearching Skills Workshop. The internet hasdefinitely added many options when it comes to searching for a job, but youshould never depend on only one method. Use the internet as a tool not as theend all. This seminar is filled with guidance, tips and advice to increaseyour results of finding your next dream job and understanding the un-tapped jobmarket. Tom will discuss the followingtopics: 1) How has searching for a job changed, 2) Tapping into the hidden jobmarket, 3) Traditional methods are still alive, 4) Job searching online, 5)Targeting companies, 6) The Importance of Networking, 7) Job and career fairs,and 8) Recruiters and Headhunters. Advanced registration is required 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.
Thursday, November 12th, from 2:00- 3:30 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. Anelevator pitch communicates your core information quickly and sparksconversation, and leads to a meeting or business card exchange. While short, anelevator pitch is far too important to take casually. It should be carefullyconstructed yet authentic, and be as adaptable at a cocktail party, at the gym,or at the U.N. You can tweak your elevator pitch for social media, coverletters, email introductions, and cold calls. This workshop offers a step-by-step approach to building a versatile andeffective elevator pitch. Learn how to effortlessly answer, so tell me aboutyourself, with panache in 10, 30, 60-seconds. If you get your pitches right,you will be riding the express elevator to your new job. Pre-registrationis required. Interested participants must email Sherry Natkow at snatkow@job-prep.comto 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, November 12th from 3:00- 5:00 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host a special five part Career Finder's Club. Design action steps for your careersearch and career development. During these five career-themed workshops, youwill be able to build your own career action plan by participating in-groupactivities, sharing your experiences, and learning from career developmentexperts. Deepen your job search and career development skills in a supportiveenvironment and connect to the network of like-minded professionals. Thesessions are offered on:
· October29 Stress and Time Management
· November5 Networking and Your ElevatorPitch
· November 12 Resumes
· November19 Interviewing
· December3 LinkedIn and Other SocialMedia
Achieve thegreatest benefit for your job search and career development by attending thefive-week program. Space is limited and registration is required at: http://goo.gl/forms/dqPlDVGTJV. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.
Thursday, November 12th 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:Keeping up Your Morale High and Your JobCampaign Progressing through the Holidays. A job campaign can be a long process and can bring with it a fair amountof anxiety. Especially at holiday time it can be challenging to remain upbeatwith the ups and downs of a job campaign. This strain on our confidence is thelast thing we need when we have an opportunity to cross paths with so manypeople and need to put our best foot forward. Have you tapped out yourcontacts? Are you not getting any call backs? Sometimes we can't see whatothers can. Join career coach, Win Sheffield, to learn effective ways to moveforward, to increase your morale and even enjoy the holiday spirit. Learn howto: 1) - Address and rebuild your careermomentum, 2) Get the support net that will sustain you, 3) Recognize a sort outyour negative gremlins, 4) Deal with rejection and people not getting back toyou, and 5) Recognize your value and take charge of your campaign. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.
Friday, November 13thfrom 9:45 am - 12:00 Noon:The Princeton Public Library and the Professional Service Group of MercerCounty will co-host Judy Stavisky, whowill give a presentation titled: Volunteering during a Transition. When you are in a job transition, volunteeringcan be a way to develop and showcase your skills and competencies while makinga contribution to a cause and an organization you believe in. In thispresentation you will learn how to identify, develop, and deliver a successfulvolunteer engagement and become a valuable and valued volunteer who providesspecific, tangible outcomes to the nonprofits you work with, while reapingrewards yourself. Visit the PSG of MercerCounty website to learn about thenumerous resources available there. The meeting is at the Princeton PublicLibrary, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542.
Friday, November 13th from12:00 noon - 1:30 pm: TheNew York Science, Industry and Business Library will host John Crant, who will give a presentation titled: Interview Intervention: The Self-RecruiterInterview Checklist. John will showhow to research a job opportunity that you are about to interview for, to fullyprepare for interview success, and the right way to follow-up after yourinterview. The discussion includes: 1)Success is About Preparation, 2) Researching the Company, Job and More...before the Interview, 3) Be Ready to Impress: The Self-Recruiter® INTERVIEWCHECKLIST, and 4) Thank You Notes that Solve Your Problems in Advance. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industryand Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
Saturday, November 14th, from 7:30- 10:15 am: The BreakfastClub will host JanetCargill, an image consultant, whowill give a presentation titled: A360 Approach to Personal Effectiveness. Janet willexplain the benefits of why having a professional, polished appearance cannotbe overestimated. The million dollar questions are: 1) What does my imageproject, 2) What is my body language really saying, 3) Is my dress appropriatefor this occasion. In today's changingmarketplace itis imperative to use all the information that is at your disposalto set yourself apart from the competition. Your body posture, tone of voiceand overall projection of confidence invites others into a comfortable trust relationshipwith you. In the first 30 seconds, your image, combined with your passion,experience and expertise in your line of work, creates the perfect recipe for asuccessful career. For 2015, meetings are free (courtesy of one of ourmembers), plus free bagels for the first 50 attendees. Be sure to tell your friends and bring themalong. The meeting is at the Days Hotel Conference Center, 195 Rt. 18 South,East Brunswick, NJ 08816.
Saturday, November 14th from 12:30- 2:00 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will offer a special program titled: StartUP 2016 Business Plan CompetitionOrientation. The New York Public Libraryin conjunction with its sponsor, Citi Foundation, is proud to announce the 7thAnnual New York StartUP! Business PlanCompetition for New York-based startup entrepreneurs with cashprizes totaling over $30,000. The Orientation will start you off by giving youthe basics of the competition. Attending one orientation session is thefirst requirement of the competition. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.
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=65for a detailed list of upcoming classes. In addition to these great in-person classes, the library also recordedsome of the presentations and they are available 24/7 on-line at: http://www.nypl.org/node/90324. Check them out, I am sure you will bepleasantly surprised by the amount of 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 Avenuelocation. To make an appointment for aPRO BONO / FREE coaching 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.comwhen prompted. Once booked, an e-mail confirmation and follow-up reminder willbe sent to the e-mail address provided. In addition, you may also receive acourtesy telephone call confirming your appointment. If you have any questions, please contact theJob Search Central Manager at jscnypl@nypl.org or call 1-212-592-7006.
The UnitedWay of Northern New Jersey offers Free CareerCoaching. The program providesprofessionals with an opportunity to learn techniques for success in theworkplace and shares local resources for job training. Obtain help with topics such as: Tools to brand yourself, Updating your resumeand cover letter, Career networking tips, Techniques to ace your nextinterview, Strategies for resume distribution, Counseling on alternative careerpaths, Advice on dressing for success, and Help setting and achieving short andlong-term career goals. These one-on-onesessions are by appointment only. Additional information is available at: http://www.unitedwaynnj.org/newsevents/uwevents_template0.php?event_id=1170&frm= To make 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.
The Westport Public Library, located at 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT06880 offers an interesting series of weekly programs pertaining to job search,training, and career advice. Click on their link at: http://www.westportlibrary.org/events for adetailed list of upcoming events. In addition, many of these informativepresentations are recorded and the podcasts can be viewed 24/7, when timeallows, at: http://www.westportlibrary.org/digital/podcasts/search-results?podcast_terms=jobseeker. This is a time saving and cost effective way ofseeing a great presentation, from the comfort and convenience of your home.Isn't technology great!
Wednesdays, from 7:30 - 9:15 pm. Job Seekersof Montclair, located at St.Luke's Church Hall, 73 South Fullerton Avenue (corner of Union Street),Montclair, NJ 07042. A nonsectarian job-search, career-change and support groupmeets; various speakers deliver on topics such as: recognizing youraccomplishments, resumes, and networking. For a schedule of upcomingpresentations, click on their link at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/, or call (973) 783-3442 for additionalinformati
Thursdays from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Raritan ValleyNeighbors-
Sat Nov 7, 2015 6:51 am (PST) . 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.
Try not to miss an opportunity where you canexpand your network, make new friends, share knowledge with your peers, andhear highly relevant and beneficial insights and perspectives from experts inthe marketplace. Make it a goal to attend at least one or twomeetings a week.
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 join and receive mylist of Upcoming Networking Events. It is free and easy 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 support networkinggroups, are welcome and encouraged to join.
If anyone is aware of an upcoming meeting that you would like toshare with your colleagues, please let me know and I will gladly include itwith 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 107.7 The Bronc's free Android and IPhoneApps. Listeners can reach the studiowith their questions at 1-877-900-1077. In addition, interesting previous episodes areavailable 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 RodColon, on Blogtalk Radio - http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ownyourcareer. Dial1-347-857-3320 with your questions to get proven guidance from the # 1career coach in the United States, specialized in the 7 Step Job Search and author of the book Win The Race For 21stCentury Jobs. Get free coaching with challenges you encounter steering yourcareer in the rough seas 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.comor www.nhnusa.orgfor additional meetings.
Sunday, November 8th from 1:00 -4:00 pm, Our Lady of MountCarmel Church will host Ed McCabe, aLee, Hecht, Harrison career coach, and RichKritzer who will present the third segment of a four part workshop titled: Get Your Message Out – NETWORKING.Getting the message out about who you are and what you have to offer to people whoare likely to hire you is at the heart of the job search process. Thistechnique is often referred to as Networking. All are welcome! For additionalinformation, please call Carol Shea at 1-201-447-4215 or Tom Lewis at1-201-445-1864. The workshop is at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, OnePassaic Street, Ridgewood, NJ 07450, in the lower church meeting room.
Monday, November 9th from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm: Professional Service Group of Central NJwill host Nancy Range Anderson, a jobsearch coach and President of Blackbird Learning Associates, who will give apresentation titled: Career Assessment.Maybe you are re-entering the workforce after an absence. Perhaps,sensing the dramatic changes in the economy, you are considering pursuing a newjob. Whatever the reason for career reinvention, it is important tounderstand who you are; your likes, dislikes, strengths, weaknesses, values andpersonality. This session focuses on the steps to follow whenconsidering a career change. It includes worksheets, assessments and thetools to get you started. Additionalinformation is available at: www.psgcnj.biz. PSGCNG meets every Monday, exceptholidays. The meeting will be at FirstUnited Methodist Church of Somerville, 48 West High Street, Somerville, NJ08876.
Monday, November 9th from 6:30 -8:30 pm: The CareerNetworking Group will host MaribethFisher, Reference Librarian at SPPL, who will give a presentation titled: Job Search at Your Fingertips: How toResearch Like an Expert. Whether youare making a list of target companies or preparing for interviews, you must doyour homework. Go beyond Google to set yourself up for success. Learn how tomine industry and business databases and conduct advanced LinkedIn searches.See how to use library career assessment resources that help you determine yourbest path. Bring your job search questions and discover how to answer themthrough methodical research. Pleaseregister online at www.scotlib.org;call 1-908-322-5007 ext. 204, or e-mail library@scotlib.org. The meeting will be at the Scotch PlainsPublic Library, 1927 Bartle Ave., Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.
Tuesday, November 10th, from 5:30- 8:00 pm: The NorthernFairfield Professionals (NFP) will host PatriciaA. Bailey, a professional counselor, who will give a presentation titled: Difficult Questions and How to Prepare forYour Interview. You can conduct astellar job search. You can either write or have a professional craft akiller resume, portfolio, website, etc. When it comes down to that face-to-faceinterview, it is all about you and how well you present yourself. This iswhere the winner and the want-to-be are determined. To get past a fewstumbling blocks, the job candidate must first understand the most professionalinterviewers are more interested in eliminating you than hiring you. Theyare looking for something wrong. They want to document your faults andmove on to their idea of near perfect. This can be daunting if there areany areas in your past that are questionable. Learn the selection processthat gets you to that interview and learn how to make any employer want...andeven need to hire you; even though you may not have the perfect background. Please bring a friend who can benefit fromthis meeting. For additional informationcall John Barry at 1-203-270-0051 or john@itechcp.com. NFP meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of eachmonth. The meeting is in the St. RoseKnights of Columbus Building, 46 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470. Behind Saint Rose Church to the far left. The Knights building has 3garage doors on the first floor, the meeting room is on the second floor. Theentrance is the first door in the front of the building.
Tuesday, November 10th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary will host RobertHellmann, a career coach at www.hellmannconsulting.com, who will give apresentation titled: Turn JobInterviews into Offers. Have you ever walked out of an interviewthinking they loved you, but then you did not get the job? Or felt agreat conversation come to a halt as soon as you answered their salaryquestion? Perhaps in one interview you felt a bit too nervous, or yousimply want to polish up your interviewing skills. If any of these are true foryou, then this seminar is for you. The discussionincludes: 1) A strategic approach to interviewing that will put you ahead ofthe competition, 2) How to handle salary questions and other questions you arelikely to hear, 3) What to do when they ask you about your weaknesses, 4) Thethree things companies look for in a candidate, and how to prepare, 5) Thethree questions you must ask to ensure the interview's success, and 6) How toturn a No into a Yes. The meeting is atthe New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34thStreet, New York, NY 10016.
Tuesday, November 10th from 7:30 -9:30 pm: The Career Forumwill hostNickCorcodilos, a professional recruiter,who will give a presentation titled: Ask The Headhunter: How to Get The Right Employers' Attention. How are you selling yourself to prospectiveemployers and hiring managers? Deep down inside you know that you are good atwhat you do it is just a matter of time before a hiring manager sees thistoo. But how can you really get theright employers' attention? This question will be the focus of this session. Itwill certainly provide you with great information that you can apply immediatelyin your transition. Nick will show youhow you can communicate your "profitability" to someone important. For more information contact Sylvia Velez at1-908-630-3530 or email svelez@somersethillsymca.org. The meeting is at the Somerset Hills YMCA,140 Mt. Airy Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.
Wednesday, November 11th from 6:45- 9:30 pm: The HillsdaleCareer Resource Ministry Network Group will be hosting their 3rd Year Anniversary CelebrationParty. The group is turning 3 and weare having a TAILGATE PARTY. Bring yourfavorite tailgate food and wear your JEANS and JERSEYS. We have an incredible, fun, exciting,celebrity-filled evening planned for our Third Anniversary. To help uscelebrate, our special guest will be former NY Giant All-Pro, Joe Morris. All attendees will be entered to wina raffle ticket for an AMAZING Super Bowl package. This meeting should be SPECIAL. Please try tojoin us, and note the earlier starting time. For additional information, contact: John Carvelli at 1-201-995-7895, john.carvelli@pimco.com,or Janelle Razzino at 1-201-722-3111, janelle@razzinoassociates.com. Themeeting is at St. John The Baptist Church, in the Sheen Room of the ParishCenter, at 69 Valley Road, Hillsdale NJ 07642.
Wednesday, November 11th from 7:30- 9:15 pm. Job Seekers ofMontclair, will host a program titled: CoverLetters, Thank-You Letters and References. The following topics will be discussed: 1) Designing effective coverletters, 2) Telephone etiquette and effective use, and 3) Thank you letters andtheir place. Additional information is available at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/, or by calling 1-973-783-3442. Themeeting is at St. Luke's ChurchHall, 73 South Fullerton Avenue (corner of Union Street), Montclair, NJ 07042.
Thursday, November 12th, from 9:30- 11:30 am: Jewish VocationalService (JVS) of New Jersey will host: ClaudiaSandonato, a career coach and training expert, who will give apresentation titled: SuccessfulInterviewing for the Older Job Candidate: How to Make Maturity Work for You. If you are a job-seeker in your 50's or 60's,you are already aware that you face a number of age-related challenges tolanding your next position. Studies and statistics show there is anover-whelming bias towards hiring in this age group, particularly toward women.Learn how to navigate the biases that exist and land the job you want and forwhich you are qualified. You can, or just might, prevail with the rightknowledge, preparation and a can-do attitude. Some of the topics that will be discussed include: Who is the olderworker, The value-added factor of age Employment challenges and opportunities,Age-related barriers and myths, Steps to overcome, and How to field toughage-bias Interview questions and objections. To register, e-mail ClaudiaSanonato at Csandonato@jvsnj.org. The meeting is at the JVS Main Office, 111Prospect Street, East Orange, NJ 01017.
Thursday, November 12th from 12:00noon - 1:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host Celia Currin, career and executive coach, who will give apresentation titled: How to MaintainMomentum in Your Job Search. How honest areyou with how much effort you are putting into your job search? Are youspending enough time on it? Are you skipping critical steps like assessments,research, your resume and LinkedIn profiles? Do you have enough things going?Are you talking to the right people? Are you finding support for your efforts?Are you setting goals and tracking your efforts? Celiawill discuss many of the common areas that might need to be tweaked or added toyour job search. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.
Thursday, November 12th from 12:30- 2:30 pm: The New York Public Library - Grand Central Library will host Tom Powner of Career Thinker Inc. whowill give a presentation titled: JobSearching Skills Workshop. The internet hasdefinitely added many options when it comes to searching for a job, but youshould never depend on only one method. Use the internet as a tool not as theend all. This seminar is filled with guidance, tips and advice to increaseyour results of finding your next dream job and understanding the un-tapped jobmarket. Tom will discuss the followingtopics: 1) How has searching for a job changed, 2) Tapping into the hidden jobmarket, 3) Traditional methods are still alive, 4) Job searching online, 5)Targeting companies, 6) The Importance of Networking, 7) Job and career fairs,and 8) Recruiters and Headhunters. Advanced registration is required 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.
Thursday, November 12th, from 2:00- 3:30 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. Anelevator pitch communicates your core information quickly and sparksconversation, and leads to a meeting or business card exchange. While short, anelevator pitch is far too important to take casually. It should be carefullyconstructed yet authentic, and be as adaptable at a cocktail party, at the gym,or at the U.N. You can tweak your elevator pitch for social media, coverletters, email introductions, and cold calls. This workshop offers a step-by-step approach to building a versatile andeffective elevator pitch. Learn how to effortlessly answer, so tell me aboutyourself, with panache in 10, 30, 60-seconds. If you get your pitches right,you will be riding the express elevator to your new job. Pre-registrationis required. Interested participants must email Sherry Natkow at snatkow@job-prep.comto 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, November 12th from 3:00- 5:00 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host a special five part Career Finder's Club. Design action steps for your careersearch and career development. During these five career-themed workshops, youwill be able to build your own career action plan by participating in-groupactivities, sharing your experiences, and learning from career developmentexperts. Deepen your job search and career development skills in a supportiveenvironment and connect to the network of like-minded professionals. Thesessions are offered on:
· October29 Stress and Time Management
· November5 Networking and Your ElevatorPitch
· November 12 Resumes
· November19 Interviewing
· December3 LinkedIn and Other SocialMedia
Achieve thegreatest benefit for your job search and career development by attending thefive-week program. Space is limited and registration is required at: http://goo.gl/forms/dqPlDVGTJV. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.
Thursday, November 12th 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:Keeping up Your Morale High and Your JobCampaign Progressing through the Holidays. A job campaign can be a long process and can bring with it a fair amountof anxiety. Especially at holiday time it can be challenging to remain upbeatwith the ups and downs of a job campaign. This strain on our confidence is thelast thing we need when we have an opportunity to cross paths with so manypeople and need to put our best foot forward. Have you tapped out yourcontacts? Are you not getting any call backs? Sometimes we can't see whatothers can. Join career coach, Win Sheffield, to learn effective ways to moveforward, to increase your morale and even enjoy the holiday spirit. Learn howto: 1) - Address and rebuild your careermomentum, 2) Get the support net that will sustain you, 3) Recognize a sort outyour negative gremlins, 4) Deal with rejection and people not getting back toyou, and 5) Recognize your value and take charge of your campaign. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.
Friday, November 13thfrom 9:45 am - 12:00 Noon:The Princeton Public Library and the Professional Service Group of MercerCounty will co-host Judy Stavisky, whowill give a presentation titled: Volunteering during a Transition. When you are in a job transition, volunteeringcan be a way to develop and showcase your skills and competencies while makinga contribution to a cause and an organization you believe in. In thispresentation you will learn how to identify, develop, and deliver a successfulvolunteer engagement and become a valuable and valued volunteer who providesspecific, tangible outcomes to the nonprofits you work with, while reapingrewards yourself. Visit the PSG of MercerCounty website to learn about thenumerous resources available there. The meeting is at the Princeton PublicLibrary, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542.
Friday, November 13th from12:00 noon - 1:30 pm: TheNew York Science, Industry and Business Library will host John Crant, who will give a presentation titled: Interview Intervention: The Self-RecruiterInterview Checklist. John will showhow to research a job opportunity that you are about to interview for, to fullyprepare for interview success, and the right way to follow-up after yourinterview. The discussion includes: 1)Success is About Preparation, 2) Researching the Company, Job and More...before the Interview, 3) Be Ready to Impress: The Self-Recruiter® INTERVIEWCHECKLIST, and 4) Thank You Notes that Solve Your Problems in Advance. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industryand Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
Saturday, November 14th, from 7:30- 10:15 am: The BreakfastClub will host JanetCargill, an image consultant, whowill give a presentation titled: A360 Approach to Personal Effectiveness. Janet willexplain the benefits of why having a professional, polished appearance cannotbe overestimated. The million dollar questions are: 1) What does my imageproject, 2) What is my body language really saying, 3) Is my dress appropriatefor this occasion. In today's changingmarketplace itis imperative to use all the information that is at your disposalto set yourself apart from the competition. Your body posture, tone of voiceand overall projection of confidence invites others into a comfortable trust relationshipwith you. In the first 30 seconds, your image, combined with your passion,experience and expertise in your line of work, creates the perfect recipe for asuccessful career. For 2015, meetings are free (courtesy of one of ourmembers), plus free bagels for the first 50 attendees. Be sure to tell your friends and bring themalong. The meeting is at the Days Hotel Conference Center, 195 Rt. 18 South,East Brunswick, NJ 08816.
Saturday, November 14th from 12:30- 2:00 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will offer a special program titled: StartUP 2016 Business Plan CompetitionOrientation. The New York Public Libraryin conjunction with its sponsor, Citi Foundation, is proud to announce the 7thAnnual New York StartUP! Business PlanCompetition for New York-based startup entrepreneurs with cashprizes totaling over $30,000. The Orientation will start you off by giving youthe basics of the competition. Attending one orientation session is thefirst requirement of the competition. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.
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=65for a detailed list of upcoming classes. In addition to these great in-person classes, the library also recordedsome of the presentations and they are available 24/7 on-line at: http://www.nypl.org/node/90324. Check them out, I am sure you will bepleasantly surprised by the amount of 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 Avenuelocation. To make an appointment for aPRO BONO / FREE coaching 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.comwhen prompted. Once booked, an e-mail confirmation and follow-up reminder willbe sent to the e-mail address provided. In addition, you may also receive acourtesy telephone call confirming your appointment. If you have any questions, please contact theJob Search Central Manager at jscnypl@nypl.org or call 1-212-592-7006.
The UnitedWay of Northern New Jersey offers Free CareerCoaching. The program providesprofessionals with an opportunity to learn techniques for success in theworkplace and shares local resources for job training. Obtain help with topics such as: Tools to brand yourself, Updating your resumeand cover letter, Career networking tips, Techniques to ace your nextinterview, Strategies for resume distribution, Counseling on alternative careerpaths, Advice on dressing for success, and Help setting and achieving short andlong-term career goals. These one-on-onesessions are by appointment only. Additional information is available at: http://www.unitedwaynnj.org/newsevents/uwevents_template0.php?event_id=1170&frm= To make 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.
The Westport Public Library, located at 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT06880 offers an interesting series of weekly programs pertaining to job search,training, and career advice. Click on their link at: http://www.westportlibrary.org/events for adetailed list of upcoming events. In addition, many of these informativepresentations are recorded and the podcasts can be viewed 24/7, when timeallows, at: http://www.westportlibrary.org/digital/podcasts/search-results?podcast_terms=jobseeker. This is a time saving and cost effective way ofseeing a great presentation, from the comfort and convenience of your home.Isn't technology great!
Wednesdays, from 7:30 - 9:15 pm. Job Seekersof Montclair, located at St.Luke's Church Hall, 73 South Fullerton Avenue (corner of Union Street),Montclair, NJ 07042. A nonsectarian job-search, career-change and support groupmeets; various speakers deliver on topics such as: recognizing youraccomplishments, resumes, and networking. For a schedule of upcomingpresentations, click on their link at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/, or call (973) 783-3442 for additionalinformati
Thursdays from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Raritan ValleyNeighbors-
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