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June 2016 Networking Events by "Thomas Donohue" donohue83

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Ramsey JSWT Members:

Listed below are the upcoming June 2016 Networking Events. Allmeetings are open to the public, plus you are welcome and strongly encouragedto attend.

Many of the organizations listed below offer networking meetingsthat convene monthly, semi-monthly, or weekly. Try to attend at least one ortwo meetings a week. Many of these groups convene in the evening, so it willnot take time away from your daily job search activities. Plus, they haveinteresting speakers who offer valuable tips on: 1) Resume preparation, 2)Effective job search techniques, 3) Interviewing, 4) Post Interview Follow-up,5) LinkedIn, 6) Branding, 7) Time Management, and various other helpful jobsearch related topics.

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.

Also, in order to maximize your network, try to attend meetings indifferent geographical areas, but especially in towns where you are targetingcompanies that you would like to work for. Not only will you learn valuable jobsearch skills, but greatly expand your circle of friends. Who knows, the personyou meet at one of these networking events may be able to introduce you to ahiring manager at one of your target companies.

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.

For a list of networking groups in your target areas, check out Alex Freund's The Landing Expert List at www.landingexpert.com. This outstanding compilation ofboth Small Job Search Work Teams and Large Networking Groups contains 89 pagesof information, listing many of transition support organizations in thesurrounding five states. Make it a point to join a few groups in your area;what you learn at these meetings will definitely help shorten your time intransition. If you know of newly started job search networking groups, pleasecontact Alex at Alex@landingexpert.com to be added to this dynamic list.

In addition to the great in-person meetings listed below, many ofthese informative presentations are recorded and the podcasts can be viewed24/7 on-line, when time allows. Three librariesthat I know about that offer these services are: 1) The New York Science,Industry and Business Library, which are available at: http://www.nypl.org/node/90324, 2) The Westport CT. Public Library,which is available at: http://www.westportlibrary.org/digital/podcasts/search-results?podcast_terms=jobseeker, and the Fairfield Connecticut Public Library at: http://www.fairfieldpubliclibrary.org/Podcasts/Jobs/podcasts-jobs2010.htm. This is a time saving and cost effective way of seeing a greatpresentation, from the comfort and convenience of your home. Isn't technologygreat!

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

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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

June 2016Networking 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.

Tuesday, May 31st, from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm.The Professional Service Group of New Brunswick (PSGNB) will host a workshoptitled: Preparing forthe Job Interview. Learn how to answer the tough questions andcommunicate your value to convince the interviewer that you are the bestcandidate for the job. For the schedule and to learnmore about the organization and activities visit the website at: PSGNB.org. The meetings areheld at the Kennedy branch of The Piscataway Public Library, 500 Hoes Lane,Piscataway, NJ 08854.

Tuesday, May 31st, from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm:Professional Service Group of Central NJ will host: Terrence Seamon, a career coach, who will give a presentationtitled: Rising Up, Recovery After JobLoss. When you lose a job, it is a majorlife event. While sometimes it can be a relief, more often thannot, it is a devastating blow. Not only is it a loss of a paycheck, buteven a loss of identity and self-esteem. If you are not careful, job loss canlead to depression and isolation. Neither of which is good for a successful jobsearch. In thisparticipative session, Terry will address the attitudes and skills needed tobounce back and rise up after job loss. Additionalinformation 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.

Tuesday, May 31st from 7:30 - 9:30pm: The Career Forum willhost Vic Beaudet; a career coach,who will give a presentation titled: ActionsYou Can Apply to Make A Career Change. For more information contact 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, June 1st, from 12:00 -2:00 pm: The NewYork Public Library - Grand Central Library will host Tom Powner of Career Thinker Inc. whowill give a presentation titled: Writing aWinning Resume that Brands and Markets YOU. Whetheryou are actively searching for a job, just thinking about a new job or careeror you want to be prepared, invest in yourself and attend our resume writingworkshop to help make your resume a winning one that brands you to your targetcareer. Tom will discuss: The true 5 purposes of your resume,Understanding branding and marketing in your resume, Putting Jane Doe's beforeresume to the test, What really happens with your resume when applying toonline job postings, Tips on getting your resume through Applicant TrackingSystem, Why a typical Jane Doe resume does not work, Understanding resumekeywords and how to find them, How to show your Return on Investment value onyour resume, Formatting tips for your resume, Putting Jane Doe's new winningresume to the test, and Top do's & don'ts for resumes. Advancedregistration is required at: http://events-careerthinker-.eventbrite.com/. Themeeting is at the New York Public Library - Grand CentralLibrary, 135 East 46th Street, 2nd floorcommunity room, New York, NY 10017.

Wednesday, June 1st, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm: The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary will offer a program titled: AARPBack To Work 50+ Virtual Career Network. Explore job strategies for 50+ workers. The Virtual CareerNetwork can help you prepare and qualify for a well-paying job and arewarding career in Healthcare, Green Economy or Transit by connecting you tothe education and training you need. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.

Wednesday, June 1st, from 7:00 -9:00 pm: GenY NetworkingGroup will host: Bob Weingartner,founder of WeinfiveCareer Coaching, who will give a presentation titled: Top Ten Strategies in Job Search. Bob will discuss the following topics: 1) What are the critical strategies to jobsearch success, 2) How can you mount an effective job search withoutspinning your wheels and causing more frustration, and 3) Share insights on howto bust some of the common myths on how to effectively move forward in jobsearch. We are very excited to have Bobjoin us and share his experience, knowledge, and perspectives. Please spreadthe word, and invite a friend. For additional information 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, June 1st, from 7:30 -9:15 pm. Job Seekers ofMontclair, will host a program titled: MakingNetworks Work, APractical Workshop. Additional information is available at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/. The meeting is at St. Luke's Church Hall, 73 South FullertonAvenue (corner of Union Street), Montclair, NJ 07042.

Thursday, June 2nd,from 9:30 - 11:30 am: Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) of New Jersey willhost Tony Calabrese, acareer coach, who willgive a presentation titled: WhatDoes Re-Invention Mean to You. Duringthis presentation you will be introduced to:
· The 5 steps that everyone truly goes throughwhen they move forward and successfully manage a career or life change.
· Recommendations on how to identify yourtransferable skills.
· The 10 words or phrases that will keep you stuckwhere you are, and how to express them differently
· Ways which to discover industries to which yourskills are transferable
· Career Styles to which you can transfer yourskills.
To register,e-mail LynneRobbins at lrobbins@jvsnj.org by noon, 5/31/2016. In case of inclement weather, please call(973) 674-6330 after 7:30 am. The meeting is at the Aidekman Family Campus,901 Route 10 East, Whippany, NJ 07981. Turn right at the sign for Golds' gym.

Thursday, June 2nd,from 2:00 - 4:30 pm:The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Sherry Natkow, whowill give a presentation titled: CritiqueYour Resume. Are your resumesgetting you interviews? Are you submitting the same resume for each jobposting? Successful job-seekers customize their resume for each position inorder to let hiring managers know immediately that they are a good fit. Learn how to incorporate the language from ajob posting into a Keyword-rich Summary. Participants mustbring a current resume and 2 job postings. Pre-registration isrequired. Interested participants must email Sherry Natkow 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, NY10016.

Thursday, June 2nd,from 6:00 – 7:15 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host a special meeting titled: Business Plan Research Workshop. This workshop provides research guidancespecifically tailored to your particular business plan. The meeting is atthe New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34thStreet, New York, NY 10016.

Thursday, June 2nd,from 7:25 - 9:25 pm: St. Patrick's EARN (Employment Assistance and ResourceNetwork) will host AdamSosinsky, a veteran Digital Media and Technology Executive, who will give a presentation titled: Insights from the Trenches: Reflections,Tips, and Tricks from a Job Search Veteran. EARN Meetings aregenerally held the first Thursday of each month. VisitEARNatStPats.com for more information. The meeting is at SaintPatrick's Parish Center (Lower Level of the New Church), 137 Moseman Road,Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Friday, June 3rdfrom 9:45 am - 12:00 Noon: The PrincetonPublic Library and the Professional Service Group of Mercer County will co-hostMike Palestina and Maggie Pazian, who will give apresentation titled: Managing Emotions,In Transition, at Work, and at Home. Emotional triggers can impact our interactions with others and lead toeither constructive outcomes or misunderstanding. Maggie Pazian and MikePalestina of People Intell (www.people-intell.com)will lead a dynamic discussion about how emotions work, the science behindemotional triggers and how to recognize when we are in the grip of an emotion.They will also introduce strategies for effectively managing emotions. Duringthis 60-minute discussion we will discuss the construct of emotionalintelligence, popularized by psychologist and science journalist Daniel Golemanthat begins with emotional awareness. Visit the PSG of Mercer County website to learnabout the numerous resources available there. The meeting is at the PrincetonPublic Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542.

Saturday, June 4th from 8:30 - 11:00 am: Careers in Transition (CIT) meeting.Individuals give a 15 second elevator speech about themselves -- who you are,what you are looking for, target companies (2-3), how the group can help you,and how you can help the group. This is followed by a short period for networkingwith people you would like to introduce yourself to and exchange businesscards. The group then divides into smaller teams for: 1) Resume Assistance,(Please bring 15 copies of your resume if you want it reviewed.) or 2) Supportin Overcoming Job Search Obstacles. This includes: A) Small group advice forindividuals who have hit the wall and need help to reinvigorate their jobsearch, or B) Large group discussion on various job search related topics. CITmeets the first and third Saturday of each month except holidays. The meeting is in the Winston School Gym atChrist Church, 30 East Lane, Short Hills, NJ 07078.

Saturday, June 4th 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. John will discuss how to look at your jobsearch and next career opportunity from a different angle. Discover how toplan, set goals, and manage your job search. The discussion includes: 15 Pathwaysto Job Search Success, Networking Strategy, Job Search Activity Goals andTracking, Weekly Review of Your Goals, Calling a Hiring Manager, and Strategy,and 30 Second Calling Script: Preparation before Calling. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.

Monday, June 6thfrom 7:00 am - 9:30 am:The Mondays @ 7 Group will host Andy Ancel, who will give a presentation titled: Networking toReferrals in the Job Search. The groupwill discuss Successes, Sharing, Support, and Other Events. For further information, contact Ed Thomas at1-203-981-4648 or ejjthomasjr@gmail.com, or the group's website at http://www.mondaysat7.org/ The meeting is at the Westport UnitedMethodist Church, 49 Weston Road, Westport, CT 06880(Exit 42 off the Merritt Parkway).

Monday, June 6thfrom 10:30 am - 1:00 pm: Professional Service Group of Central NJ willhost: Andy Mychajlowycz, whowill give a presentation titled: Startinga Consulting Practice as Part of a Portfolio Career. Additionalinformation 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.

Tuesday, June 7th, from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm. The Professional Service Group of NewBrunswick (PSGNB) will host a workshop on Networking.This meeting will focus on how to use networking techniques, tools andresources to increase your visibility and also uncover the hidden job market. For the scheduleand to learn more about the organization and activities visit the website at: PSGNB.org. The meetings areheld at the Kennedy branch of The Piscataway Public Library, 500 Hoes Lane,Piscataway, NJ 08854.

Tuesday, June 7thfrom 12:00 noon - 1:30 pm: The New York Science,Industry and Business Library will host JacquiRose, who will give apresentation titled: Reboot Your Resume. It is all too familiar, unfortunately. You work hard on your resume;upload it to various job and company websites, and nothing. Your resumeis the first information a potential employer learns about you, and generallymakes a decision about getting to know you further in about 10 seconds. Jacqui will explore aunique method of creating a resume that's targeted, focused on the job youWANT, and better positioned for the employer to take that next step with you. Please bring a hard copy of you mostrecent resume. Themeeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 MadisonAvenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Tuesday, June 7thfrom6:00 – 7:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host David Lees, a career coach, whowill give a presentation titled: MarketingYourself with Confidence. David willdiscuss tools to betterposition and package you to move forward. Learn: 1) How your Personal Core Brand can help you gain a competitiveedge, 2) How to identify what's unique about yourself to gain further insightsto your specific strengths and distinctive qualities, 3) How to use yourPersonal Core Brand on your resume, in social media, in an elevator pitch, andwhen interviewing, plus 4) Tools to succinctly showcase yourself whencommunicating your success stories with others. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library,188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Tuesday, June 7thfrom 7:00 - 8:30 pm: The Newtown Career Networking Group will offer apresentation titled: Acing the Interview. Properpreparation, participation and follow-up combine for a win. It is all thelittle things that count. Please RSVPat: newtownnetworking@gmail.com. For more information, contact the church at1-215-968-3861 or www.newtownnetworking.org. Themeeting is at The Newtown Presbyterian Church, Reception Hall, 25 NorthChancellor Street, Newtown, PA 18940.

Tuesday, June 7th from 7:30 - 9:30pm: The Career Forum willhost Lloyd Feinstein, a career coach, whowill give a presentation titled: ResumeCritique. For moreinformation contact 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, June 8th, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm: The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary will offer a program titled: AARPBack To Work 50+ Virtual Career Network. Explore job strategies for 50+ workers. The Virtual CareerNetwork can help you prepare and qualify for a well-paying job and arewarding career in Healthcare, Green Economy or Transit by connecting you tothe education and training you need. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.

Wednesday, June 8thfrom 12:00 - 2:00 pm:The New York Public Library - Grand Central Library willhost Tom Powner of Career ThinkerInc. who will give a presentation titled: The Power of LinkedIn for Job and Career Success. We have all heard thatnetworking is still one of the most powerful methods of connecting to careerand job opportunities and will most likely stay that way forever. But mostpeople do not know how to effectively build and use network to increase theirodds to connect to opportunities. Having a strong network is important foreveryone whether you're employed or in a job search. At this meeting, Tom will discuss: What isnetworking and Is it effective, What are some of today's tools to supportbuilding a network, What is LinkedIn and why is it so powerful, Understandingthe sections of a LinkedIn Profile, Tips on building a powerful LinkedInProfile, Methods to connect to people and build a strong network, and How touse your LinkedIn network for a job and career search or promotions. Advancedregistration 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.

Wednesday, June 8thfrom 6:00 - 7:30 pm. The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host Steven Davis., who will give a presentation titled: How to Work Effectively With Recruiters. Get a lookinto the world of recruiters. Learn what's important to HR Recruiters andHead Hunters and what motivates them, directly from the perspective of aRecruiter and Career Coach. Understand how recruiting agencies work and how HRTalent Managers' performance levels are evaluated. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.

Wednesday, June 8thfrom 6:45 - 9:00 pm. TempleSholom of West Essex will host a SpeedNetworking Event. Join us for a lowpressure, fun and rewarding way to grow your professional network. Speednetworking is like speed dating for professionals. It is an excellentopportunity to make new contacts, practice networking techniques and socialize.Worried that you won't know what to do? Have no fear! We will provide all thetools you need and explain the speed networking process to you. What should youbring, at least 30 business cards, 30-45 second elevator speech, and an openmind. Be confident, true and rememberthat every connection could be valuable in the future. Humor and a friendlyapproach will make you most memorable. We promise a win-win outcome for every attendee. Pre-Registration is required, please E-Mail placement@jvsnj.orgby Tuesday, June 7th, 2016. The meetingwill be at: Temple Sholom of West Essex,760 Pompton Avenue,Cedar Grove, NJ 07009

Wednesday, June 8th from 7:30 -9:15 pm. Job Seekers ofMontclair, will host a program titled: ManagingYour Interviews. The following topicswill be discussed: 1) The typesof Interviews, 2) Interview Preparation, and 3) Answering: Why Should I HireYou? The second half of this meeting includes a practice workshop. Additionalinformation is available at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/. The meeting is at St. Luke's Church Hall, 73 South FullertonAvenue (corner of Union Street), Montclair, NJ 07042.

Thursday,June 9th 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 and How To Use It InYour Job Search. John willdemonstrate how to start networking with LinkedIn.com's networking personalproﬁles, and then use your expanded network in your search for your next careerchallenge. The discussion includes: 1)Your LinkedIn Proﬁle, and Creating Your Own Personal Network, 2) NetworkingStrategies to Expand Your Network, 3) Whom should I link with on LinkedIn, 4)Joining Groups will Beneﬁt You in ways that You May Not Realize, 5) Why YourBlog should be Linked to Your LinkedIn Proﬁle, 6) Expert Questions, JobListings and More, Right on LinkedIn, and 7) Why Giving and ReceivingRecommendations for Your Proﬁle on LinkedIn is More Important than itSeems. The meeting is at the New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, NewYork, NY 10016.

Thursday, June 9th,from 6:00 - 8:00 pm: NNJ ASTD will host Mary Anne Kochut, an author, motivational speaker and Coach, whowill give a presentation titled: Powervs. Perception: Ten Characteristics of Self-Empowerment for Job Seekers. When in job transition, you may find yourselffacing challenges in your job search that are unique to being in transition.However, it can be frustrating experiencing the roller coaster ride of the jobsearch experience. This program will provide an overview of the behaviors aneffective job seeker needs to master and emulate in attaining self-empowermentwhile in the job search. It provides a review of the different types of powerthat all individuals possess and how to apply them effectively. Upon Completionof this Program Participants Will: 1) Understand the characteristics of aneffective leader and understand why they are critical when in job transition,2) Describe the types of power bestowed upon individuals and how it isperceived in society and organizations, 3) Understand the concept of resiliencyand the behaviors associated with the Ten Characteristics of Self-Empowermentand why they are important when job searching. 4) Determine which areas theyneed to develop their personal plan for self-empowerment, and 5) Recognize someof the negative stereotypes that are projected onto job seekers both inorganizations and in society as a whole. For additional information, contactAlicja Lisnow at a_lisnow@yahoo.com. Do not miss an evening where you can expandyour network, make new friends, share knowledge with your peers, and hearhighly relevant and beneficial insights and perspectives from experts in themarketplace. Please register at: http://atd609.eventbrite.com. The meeting is at the Cedar Hill ChristianReformed Church, 422 Cedar Hill Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481.

Friday, June 10th from 9:45 am - 12:00 Noon: The Princeton Public Library andthe Professional Service Group of Mercer County will co-host Tamara Jacobs, and internationallyrenowned strategist, coach and author, will give a presentation titled: Step Up and Stand Out: The Seven Habits ofHighly Successful Professionals, How to Get In and Go Up. Somewhere between self-help and self-promotionlies self-awareness. Tamara will provide surprisingly easy-to-apply businessstrategies in an approachable, actionable and authentic way: encouraging you tofind your voice and realize your potential as You Step Up and Stand Out. This interactive session will focus on waysto get Recognized and Rewarded; focusing on The Seven Habits of HighlySuccessful Professionals. Topics coveredwill include: 1) Be a Brand, 2) Push for Better, 3) Successful People Work toEffect Change, 4) Strive for Excellence Not Perfection, 5) Do not Be A Victim,6) Develop a fan base, and 7) Find Ways to Integrate Your Personal andProfessional Life. At the end of thissession, you will be better prepared, positioned and poised to Step Up andStand Out. Additionally, Tamara is ableto sell and sign copies of her newest book, Your Ultimate Success Plan, afterthe talk for anyone interested. Visit the PSG of Mercer County website to learnabout the numerous resources available there. The meeting is at the PrincetonPublic Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542.

Friday, June10th from 12:00 Noon –1:30pm:: The New York Science, Industry and Business Librarywill host BruceA. Hurwitz, executive recruiter and career counselor, will givea presentation titled: Interview Questions to Ask and Answer. The key to a successful job search is a successful interview. Thekey to a successful interview is knowing how to answer the tough questions and,equally important, what questions to ask. A job interview is atwo-way street. What makes it a dialogue and not a monologue is the candidate'sability to ask questions. Before that can happen, you, the candidate, have toprove to the employer that you are worth consideration. That can only beaccomplished if you know how to answer some basic questions and then you haveto know what to ask. In this highly interactive presentation, Bruce willdiscuss how to prepare for both sides of the Question Equation. . Themeeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 MadisonAvenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Saturday, June 11th, from 7:30 - 10:15 am: The Breakfast Club will host: Jennifer L. Smith, who will give a presentation titled: Using Executive Presence to Get Hired.Be sure to tell your friends and bringthem along. There is a $10 fee at the door to cover the cost of the room. Themeeting is at the Days Hotel Conference Center, 195 Rt. 18 South, EastBrunswick, NJ 08816.

Saturday, June11th, from 8:00 am – 5:30 pm: Success Initiatives will host a free All Day Job Search Boot Camp todiscuss Tools and Tactics to Succeed and Thrive in your job search. Topics covered will include: 1) Fastest and best ways to find a job, 2) Whatto do when you get stuck, 3) Let your next employer help write your resume, 4) Findthe hidden jobs not posted online, 5) Best ways to use Social Media, 6) Keypredictors of job search success, and many more. To register, please Email your name and whatyou want to get-out of the Boot Camp at: wesucceed@outlook.com. The meeting is at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-daySaints, 303 Dunham's Corner Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816.

Saturday, June 11th, from 9:45 - 11:45 am: My Career Transitions will host Hank Boyer, founder ofBoyer Management Group, who will give a presentation titled: Current and Emerging Job SearchTactics for the Experienced Professional. In this workshop, participants will explore the mostcurrent and emerging trends affecting a job search or career change, and what'sbehind the trends. Using the most current research derived from assessing twodistinct job-seeking groups, experienced professionals/skilled workers andcollege students/recent grads, the workshop will present at least a half-dozenlittle known, but game-changing approaches job seekers are using to advancetheir careers. By attending this session, you will learn: 1) What is causing ajob search in 2016 to be so very difficult, 2) What emerging trends are goingto affect job search in 2016, 3) What methods are job seekers, hiring managers,and recruiter relying on to fill 2016 openings, 4) Which social media networkswill be the most effective ones for 2016, 5) Which unique strategies can anexperienced worker use to further his or her career, 6) How to leverage thehidden job market, and 7) Which alternative search strategies can cut weeks ormonths off your job search. For more information please click here: www.mycareertransitions.com. Registration will end at noon on Friday, June 10th. Please note that new member orientationstarts at 8:30 am, in rooms 205-206. The meeting is at Penn State Great ValleyCampus, 30 East Swedesford Road, Malvern, PA 19355, in Rooms 130 and 131, MainBuilding on the right.

Monday, June 13thfrom 7:00 am - 9:30 am:The Mondays @ 7 Group will host Linda Van Valkenburgh, who will give a presentation titled: Using Twitter in YourJob Search. For furtherinformation, contact Ed Thomas at 1-203-981-4648 or ejjthomasjr@gmail.com, or the group's website at http://www.mondaysat7.org/ The meeting is at the WestportUnited Methodist Church, 49 Weston Road, Westport, CT 06880(Exit 42 off the Merritt Parkway).

Monday, June 13th from 10:00 am -12:00 noon: Northern NJProfessionals in Transition will host IanD. Coburn, a Social Worker and Life Coach, who will give a presentationtitled: Strategies in Applying Self-CareDuring Your Search and Throughout Your Life. Aschedule of upcoming meeting dates is available at: www.bit.ly/NNJ_PIT1. Thegroup meets on generally alternating Mondays, except on library holidays.The companion online discussion forum/information archive/bulletin board/eventcalendar is available at: www.bit.ly/NNJ_PIT2. For additional information,please contact NNJ_PIT-owner@yahoogroups.com . The meetings are at Maplewood Public Library, 51 Baker St,Maplewood, NJ 07040.

Monday, June 13thfrom 10:30 am - 1:00 pm: Professional Service Group of Central NJ willhost: Ken Sher, who will give apresentation titled: To Survive andThrive After A Job Loss When You are 50 plus Years Old. 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, June 13th from 6:30- 8:30 pm: The Career Networking Group will host will host Terrence Seamon,a career coach, who will give a presentation titled: Rising Up, Recovery After Job Loss. When you lose ajob, it is a major life event. While sometimes it can be arelief, more often than not, it is a devastating blow. Not only is it aloss of a paycheck, but even a loss of identity and self-esteem. If you are notcareful, job loss can lead to depression and isolation. Neither of which isgood for a successful job search. Inthis participative session, Terry will address the attitudes and skills neededto bounce back and rise up after job loss. Please register 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, June 14th, from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm. The Professional Service Group of NewBrunswick (PSGNB) will host a workshop on LinkedIn. For the scheduleand to learn more about the organization and activities visit the website at: PSGNB.org. The meetings areheld at the Kennedy branch of The Piscataway Public Library, 500 Hoes Lane,Piscataway, NJ 08854.

Tuesday, June 14th, from 12:30 - 2:30 pm: The New York Public Library- Grand Central Library will host TomPowner of Career Thinker Inc. who will give a presentation titled: Job Searching Skills Workshop. The internet has definitely added many optionswhen it comes to searching for a job, but you should never depend on only onemethod. Use the internet as a tool not as the end all. This seminar isfilled with guidance, tips and advice to increase your results of finding yournext dream job and understanding the un-tapped job market. Tom will discuss the following topics: 1) Howhas searching for a job changed, 2) Tapping into the hidden job market, 3)Traditional methods are still alive, 4) Job searching online, 5) Targetingcompanies, 6) The Importance of Networking, 7) Job and career fairs, and 8)Recruiters and Headhunters. Advancedregistration 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.

Tuesday, June 14th from 7:30 -9:30 pm: The Career Forumwill hostLloyd Feinstein, acareer coach, who will give a presentation titled: Where Are the Jobs and How to Find Them. Using SIC Codes and DirectMail Strategies. For moreinformation contact 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, June 15th, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm: The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary will offer a program titled: AARPBack To Work 50+ Virtual Career Network. Explore job strategies for 50+ workers. The Virtual CareerNetwork can help you prepare and qualify for a well-paying job and arewarding career in Healthcare, Green Economy or Transit by connecting you tothe education and training you need. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.

Wednesday, June 15th, from 7:00 -9:00 pm: GenY NetworkingGroup will host: Speaker and Topic to BeDetermined. 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, June 15th, from 7:30 -9:15 pm. Job Seekers ofMontclair, will host a special: InterviewingWorkshop. In this meeting, jobseekers have an opportunity to pair up and practice asking and answeringinterview questions. You get valuable feedback from your partner and thefacilitator and have an opportunity to role play. Additional information is available at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/. The meeting is at St. Luke's Church Hall, 73 South FullertonAvenue (corner of Union Street), Montclair, NJ 07042.

Thursday, June 16th from 1:00 -4:00 pm: Trinity Church willhost Alex Freund, a career andinterviewing coach, who is offering a FREE community service with apresentation titled: Résumé Tune-up andLinkedIn Profile Workshop. Participants will walk away with knowledge aboutsuch things as the résumé read by humans versus the résumé scanned by software,how to avoid common résumé mistakes that put yours into the proverbial blackhole, the elements that constitute an effective résumé, and where to look forthe right keywords for your job search. In addition, you will learn many pertinenttips for résumé improvements. And we will discuss what constitutes an effectiveLinkedIn profile. This workshop isrecommended mostly for those currently in transition and those consideringchanging jobs. To register, click on this URL:http://goo.gl/forms/CHMzMQnvj7 toprovide your contact information andclick on submit to receive an automatic confirmation. Twodays before the workshop, you will receive detailed instructions about parking andso on. The meeting is at Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street, Princeton, NJ08540.

Friday, June 17th from 9:45 am -12:00 Noon: The Princeton Public Library and the ProfessionalService Group of Mercer County will co-host Gary Lande, who will give a presentation titled: Developing Your Master Resume. Are you spending too much time customizingyour resume, or not enough because you are finding it simply requires too muchtime and energy? Are you confident that your resume clearly presents you andyour value to your future employer? Astrong resume helps you put your best foot forward, sets you apart from yourcompetition, and gets you the interview. In Developing Your Master Resume, youwill learn how to put together a master resume that spans your career andaccomplishments, with no limit on the number of pages. This master resume willbe the basis for creating the customized resume you submit for each jobopportunity. This presentation also includes valuable guidance on resumeappearance, format, and content. Visitthe PSG of Mercer County websiteto learn about the numerous resources available there. The meeting is at thePrinceton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542.

Saturday, June 18th from 8:30 -11:00 am: Careers inTransition (CIT) meeting. Individuals give a 15 second elevator speech aboutthemselves -- who you are, what you are looking for, target companies (2-3),how the group can help you, and how you can help the group. This is followed bya short period for networking with people you would like to introduce yourselfto and exchange business cards. The group then divides into smaller teams for:1) Resume Assistance, (Please bring 15 copies of your resume if you want itreviewed.) or 2) Support in Overcoming Job Search Obstacles. This includes: A)Small group advice for individuals who have hit the wall and need help toreinvigorate their job search, or B) Large group discussion on various jobsearch related topics. CIT meets the first and third Saturday of each monthexcept holidays. The meeting is in theWinston School Gym at Christ Church, 30 East Lane, Short Hills, NJ 07078.

Saturday, June 18thfrom 8:15 - 10:30 am: The Career Support Group at St. Gregory the Greatwill host: Alex Freund, a career andinterviewing coach, who will give a presentation titled: LinkedIn:It is About Being Found. A LinkedIn career profile is amust have for any professional or job seeker today as nearly 94% ofcompanies use LinkedIn to identify or vet a candidate. But, it is not enough.When recruiters and hiring managers search LinkedIn for potential candidates,you may be blocked from their search results for a number of reasons and nevereven know it. Alex will share how to ensure your profile is optimized to befound and tips that increases your chances of success. You will learn how toposition yourself at the top of the found list searches, how to structure yourprofile for maximum exposure, and why it is important to be active on LinkedIn.Come join us and get smart on LinkedIn Being Found. The group meets the 3rd Saturday of the month. Additional information is available at: http://stgregorythegreatchurch.org/career-support. While the there is nocost to attend, and the event is open to the public, those attending are askedto RSVP by email to moc.liamgnull@GGStaGSC. This special meeting will be held at the Hamilton Area YMCA, 1315Whitehorse-Mercerville Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619.

Monday, June 20thfrom 7:00 am - 9:30 am:The Mondays @ 7 Group will host DonWittman, who will give apresentation titled: LinkedIn.For further information, contact EdThomas at 1-203-981-4648 or ejjthomasjr@gmail.com, or the group's website at http://www.mondaysat7.org/ The meeting is at the Westport UnitedMethodist Church, 49 Weston Road, Westport, CT 06880 (Exit42 off the Merritt Parkway).

Monday, June 20thfrom 10:30 am - 1:00 pm: Professional Service Group of Central NJ willhost: Kevin Meyer, who will give apresentation titled: Federal Jobs. 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, June 20thfrom 6:00 - 9:00 pm: The Westchester Networking Organization (WNO) willhost Mark Troncone, anInformation Technology professional, who will give a presentation titled: Creating an Effective Marketing Plan. This fun and interactivepresentation that will cover the following topics: 1) The Seven-pointEmployment Strategy, 2) What a Marketing Plan is, 3) How it differs from aresume, 4) Why you need one - and what it is used for, 5) How you create one andwhat you need beforehand, 6) Bad Marketing Plans, 7) Using your Marketing Plan effectively,and 8) Maintaining your Marketing Plan. Markpromises that if you follow his techniques, using your Marketing Plan willbecome fun instead of a chore and your networking results will move in apositive direction. The WNO hosts meetings usually on the thirdMonday of each month, except for Library holidays. Additional information is available on WNO'swebsite at: http://wno.weebly.com. Please register in advance. The meetingwill be at the Croton Free Library, 171 Cleveland Drive, Croton-on-Hudson, NY10520.

Monday, June 20th,from 6:30 – 8:45 pm, TheWarren Financial Executive Network Group (FENG) will host Charlie Mizejewski, who will give a presentation titled: Alternatives to a W-2 Job. Weinvite other networking groups to attend, such as: The Breakfast Club, CareersIn Transition, Career Connections Consortium, Career Forum, and NJ-SENG.Register at: http://www.thefeng.org/chapters/announcement.php?ChapterID=45. The meeting is at the Morris County Library, 30 East HanoverAvenue, 1st Floor Conference Room, Whippany, NJ 07981.

Tuesday, June 21st, from10:00 am – 12:30 pm. The Professional Service Group of New Brunswick(PSGNB) will host a workshop titled: Buildingthe Foundation for a Successful Job Search. For the schedule and to learnmore about the organization and activities visit the website at: PSGNB.org. The meetings areheld at the Kennedy branch of The Piscataway Public Library, 500 Hoes Lane,Piscataway, NJ 08854.

Tuesday, June 21st, from 12:00noon - 1:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host Kristina Leonardi, whowill give a presentation titled: StayingMotivated Throughout the Job Search Process. Looking for a job can be a long, arduousjourney that requires much time and patience, especially in this economy, tosee results. Staying positive and motivated throughout the process canmake you a less stressed and a more effective applicant, which can in turnaccelerate the outcomes you desire. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industryand Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Tuesday, June 21st from 7:00 -8:30 pm: The Newtown CareerNetworking Group will host Alex Freund,a career and interviewing coach, who will give a presentation titled: The Art of the Interview. All the networking, working withrecruiters and answering job ads is worthless unless one is called in for aninterview. That is the pen-ultimate goal but how many people understand theinterview process and what is important for the interviewer? The audience will walk away with answers tomany questions and with lots of practical information. This one hour long presentation revealsissues such as: 1) Why learn the art of interviewing, 2) Who might interviewyou, 3) The screening and selection interview, 4) Preparing for the interview,5) What is important for the interviewer, 6) Dealing with references, 7) Whatquestions to ask, and 8) Salary negotiations. Please RSVP at: newtownnetworking@gmail.com. For moreinformation, contact the church at 1-215-968-3861 or www.newtownnetworking.org. The meeting is at The NewtownPresbyterian Church, Reception Hall, 25 North Chancellor Street, Newtown, PA18940.

Tuesday, June 21st from 7:30 -9:30 pm: The Career Forumwill hostMarcia Glatman;President of HRD Career Coaching, who will give a presentation titled: The Art and Science of The Job Search. For more information contact Sylvia Velez at1-908-630-3530 or email svelez@somersethillsymca.org. Themeeting is at the Somerset Hills YMCA, 140 Mt. Airy Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ07920.

Wednesday, June 22ndfrom6:00 - 7:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host Robert Hellmann, acareer coach at www.hellmannconsulting.com,who will give a presentation titled: Becomethe Perfect Candidate: Tap into the Hidden Job Market. Frustrated by a lack of response from jobads, or feel like you are having trouble competing with your fellowjob-seekers to get interviews? Many people rely too much on ads orrecruiting firms to get interviews, and do not put enough time into networkingand contacting people directly. In today's economy most jobs are landedusing latter two approaches. Your network becomes even more importantwhen you are less than the perfect candidate for highly competitivejobs. Robert will discuss: 1) Build and use your network effectively, 2)Get meetings by contacting people directly who you do not know, 3) Increaseyour response rate with ads and recruiting firms, 4) Structure a networkingmeeting, and 5) Diagnose and jump-start a stalled job search. You will learnabout a strategy and specific techniques that you can apply immediately toimprove results in your search. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.

Wednesday, June 22ndfrom 7:30 - 9:15 pm. Job Seekers ofMontclair, will host a program titled: DealingWith Road Blocks and Setting Goals. Learnhow to: 1) Recognize common blocks, 2) How to move beyond the blocks or avoidthem, 3) Where to find motivation and support, and 4) Long and short term goalsetting. Additional information isavailable at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/. The meeting is at St. Luke's Church Hall, 73 South FullertonAvenue (corner of Union Street), Montclair, NJ 07042.

Thursday, June 23rd from 6:00 -7:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host Renee Lee Rosenberg, who will give a presentation titled: Positive Strategies to Achieve a More Successful, Less Stressful Job Search. Hasyour job search got you down? Want some easy interventions to staypositive, stay energized, and move forward with success? Renee willintroduce interventions that will energize you, and keep you feeling positiveand resilient in your job search. Be prepared to belly laugh, andhave fun. The meeting is at the NewYork Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street,New York, NY 10016.

Friday, June24th from 9:45 am - 12:00 Noon: The Princeton PublicLibrary and the Professional Service Group of Mercer County will co-hostour Annual Summer BYO Picnic. Come join us for a morning of networking with new friends and old. Anyone maybring a treat of their choice, and take for the wonderful assortment. ThePrinceton Public Library will provide coffee and tea. Visit the PSG of Mercer County website tolearn about the numerous resources available there. The meeting is at thePrinceton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542.

Saturday, June 25th from 12:00noon - 1:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host the FinancialPlanning Association of NY whowill give a presentation titled: Starting a New Job, How to Make the Mostof Your Employee Benefits. How much thought have you given tothe employer-provided benefits at your workplace? Have you explored theseopportunities to build wealth, save money and enhance your life? Learnhow to enhance your future financial security by making the most of thesefringe benefits now. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.

Monday, June 27thThe Professional Service Group of Central NJ will host their Annual Picnic. Additionalinformation is available at: www.psgcnj.biz.

Monday, June 27th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm:The New Jersey North Chapter of the Greater Philadelphia Senior Executive GroupGPSEG(formerly NJENG) invites you to an AfterHours Social. Come for an evening of intelligent conversation, businessnetworking, reconnecting with good friends, or making new ones. This is a greatway for working members to keep in touch and meet the many new members. Weinvite other executive level networking groups such as: ChemPharma, FENG, IERG, MENG, NJ-SENG,and TENG.No RSVP or registration is needed, and there is no cost to attend. Thegroup generally meets the last Monday of the month, or the prior week if thelast Monday is a holiday. We skip December. The meeting is at the Wyndham Hamilton Park Hotel, 175 ParkAvenue, Florham Park, NJ 07932.

Tuesday, June 28th, from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm.The Professional Service Group of New Brunswick (PSGNB) will host a workshoptitled: Resume Writing. For the schedule and to learn more about the organizationand activities visit the website at: PSGNB.org. The meetings areheld at the Kennedy branch of The Piscataway Public Library, 500 Hoes Lane,Piscataway, NJ 08854.

Tuesday, June 28th from 7:30 -9:30 pm: The Career Forumwill host Lloyd Feinstein, a careercoach, who will give a presentation titled: P-A-RTheory and Workshop. The Problem, Action, Resultformat is the gold standard for resume writing by showcasing youraccomplishments. When you apply the PARformat, your resume automatically answers the interviewer's hidden question,namely, why should webelieve that you can do what you say you can do. Lloyd will discuss how using PARdemonstrates the business impact of your actions, all described in terms of theemployer's point of view. Utilizing thisformat will help you stand out and make your resume become memorable. For more information contact Sylvia Velez at1-908-630-3530 or email svelez@somersethillsymca.org. Themeeting is at the Somerset Hills YMCA, 140 Mt. Airy Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.

Wednesday, June 29th, from 12:00 -2:00 pm: The NewYork Public Library - Grand Central Library will host Tom Powner of Career Thinker Inc. whowill give a presentation titled: UsingCover Letters, Bios, Thank You Notes and Reference Lists in your Job Search. 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 ofeach. Tom will discuss: Why coverletters are still needed with your resume, What should be included in your coverletter, How Bios can be a great tool in your job search, What should beincluded in your bio, The job interview thank you letter/e-note can be veryeffective, What makes a great thank you letter/e-note, and Tips and advice forcreating a great reference list. 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.

Wednesday, June 29th, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm: The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary will offer a program titled: AARPBack To Work 50+ Virtual Career Network. Explore job strategies for 50+ workers. The Virtual CareerNetwork can help you prepare and qualify for a well-paying job and arewarding career in Healthcare, Green Economy or Transit by connecting you tothe education and training you need. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.

Wednesday, June 29th from 6:00- 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Win Sheffield, a career Coach, who willgive a presentation titled: CareerManagement for Introverts. Do youfeel you shouldn't have to sell yourself? Are you uncomfortable aroundpeople who are talking about their accomplishments? Do you find yourselflooking for ways to get out of conversations rather than into them? Perhaps instead you find yourself coming up with the answer while the personyou are listening to goes on and on or maybe you like to take time to consideryour answers. Coach WinSheffield will discuss ways to move ahead in the face ofshyness and reluctance to talk to strangers. The discussion includes: 1) Recognizinghow to use our strengths to impress your listener, 2) Using storytechniques to address successes obliquely, 3) Structured ways to approachand prepare for conversations, and 4) Career management methods that minimize conversation. Themeeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 MadisonAvenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

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:

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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 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 a detailed list of upcoming events. Inaddition, many of these informative presentations are recorded and the podcastscan be viewed 24/7, when time allows, at: http://www.westportlibrary.org/digital/podcasts/search-results?podcast_terms=jobseeker. This is a time saving and cost effective way of seeing a greatpresentation, from the comfort and convenience of your home. Isn't technologygreat!

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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 additional information.