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Fri Oct 9, 2015 5:25 pm (PDT) . Posted by:
"Thomas Donohue" donohue83
Ramsey JSWT Members:
Listed below are Next Week's Upcoming Networking Events. Allmeetings are open to the public, plus you are welcome and strongly encouragedto attend.
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 anyoneto join and receive my list of Upcoming Networking Events. It isfree and easy to join. Just logon to Yahoo, search for a Group titled: Upcoming_Networking_Events, or click on the linkbelow.
· Subscribe: upcoming_networking_events-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
· Unsubscribe: upcoming_networking_events-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com
Individuals, as well as othertransition support networking groups, are welcome and encouraged to join.
If anyone is aware of an upcomingmeeting that you would like to share with your colleagues, please let me knowand I will gladly include it with my weekly updates.
Thank you,
Tom Donohue
a83td@aol.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tcdonohue
Next Week'sUpcoming Networking Events
Sundays, from 8:00 – 9:00 am. Every Sunday morning tune into Your Career is Calling on 107.7 FM, TheBronc, an on-campus radio station at Rider University. Host WandaEllet brings you the best career advice, no matter what stage your careeris in. Whether you are in transition, looking for a better opportunity, or evena college student, Your Career is Calling has you covered. Nearly every single week, they are joined bya special guest to cover a unique topic. Don't forget to tune into 107.7 FM The Bronc, http://www.1077thebronc.com/ or 107.7The Bronc's free Android and IPhone Apps. Listeners can reach the studio with their questions at 1-877-900-1077. In addition, interesting previous episodes are available at: http://comm.rider.edu/thebronc/?page_id=356.
Mondays, from 9:00 – 10:00 pm. Callin your job search questions every Monday night to a liveRadio Show titled: Own Your Careerhosted by Rod Colon, on Blogtalk Radio - http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ownyourcareer. Dial 1-347-857-3320 withyour questions to get proven guidance from the # 1 career coach in the UnitedStates, specialized in the 7 Step JobSearch and author of the book Win The Race For 21st Century Jobs. Getfree coaching with challenges you encounter steering your career in the roughseas of the 21st century job market.
In addition to thegreat meetings listed below, check out the Neighbors-helping-Neighbors (NhN)website at: http://neighbors-helping-neighbors.com or www.nhnusa.org for additional meetings.
Saturday, October 10th, from 7:30- 10:15 am: The BreakfastClub will host Paul Hatrak, aFocalPoint Certified Business Coach and President of Hatrak Associates, whowill give a presentation titled: Communicatingfor Success. Have you ever lost an important job opportunity or networkingconnection and wondered why? It could be because you are interviewing andnetworking the same way with everyone and not tailoring your activities to eachperson's behavioral style. You could be missing as much as 75 percent of youropportunities by doing this. Paul willlead an interactive discussion that will help you understand the universallanguage of DISC (dominance-experience-steadiness- security-compliance). DISCis concerned with how we act and our way of doing things. You will gain anunderstanding of your own behavioral style, recognize the behavioral style ofothers, and be able to adapt and blend your style for greater, more effectivecommunication and relationships (personal and professional). For 2015, meetings are free (courtesy of oneof our members), 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.
Monday, October 12th from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm: Professional Service Group of Central NJwill host Eric Asbeck, who will givea presentation titled: Get Clear AboutWhat You Love To Do and Do Well. Inthis action-packed presentation you will learn: 1) The source of the powerfulmotivation to enthusiastically do what it takes to be successful, 2) Asurprisingly simple way to get into inspired action, and 3) How to communicateclearly about what you want to do next. 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.
Tuesday, October 13th from 12:00noon - 1:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host John Crant, who will give a presentation titled: Career Evolution: Preparing For YourCareer's New Leap With Social Media Marketing. John will discuss how to lay the groundworkto take your career to the next level, to get on the short list for that nextpromotion, and to market your achievements continually. The discussion includes: 1) Perception IsReality: So, Change Reality, 2) Credit, Where Credit Is Do and How To GetYours, 3) Sharing Accolades Shines the Light on You Too, 4) Be Seen as aLeader, By Being a Leader, 5) Manage Your Career Marketing Materials: UsingLinkedIn, Groups, Blogs and More, 6) Your Signature Block Can Speak Volumes,and 7) Integrating Your Career Strategies Into Your Messaging. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.
Tuesday, October 13th,from 5:30 - 8:00 pm: TheNorthern Fairfield Professionals (NFP) will host Hilda Maria Valdespino, an inspirational Speaker, Trainer andPresident of Inspired Learning; Unlocking Your Potential, who will give a presentationtitled: Networking and InformationalInterviews. According to a survey byRight Management of 59,133 clients, networking was the most successful toolused in securing a job. This program will give you the strategies andconfidence to effectively network within your network and to expand beyond yournetwork. We will discuss the value and process for developing effectiveinformational interviews during your job search. Pleasebring a friend who can benefit from this informative meeting. For additional information call John Barry at1-203-270-0051 or john@itechcp.com. NFPmeetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month. The meeting is in the St. Rose Knights ofColumbus 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, October13th from 7:30 - 9:30 pm: The Career Forum will host Vic Beaudet, a career coach, who willgive a presentation titled: Better Habits, More Success: How to Design Habitsto Master Change, Challenge and Transition. Why do some people move aheaddespite relentless change and challenge in their work and professional lives?How do successful people respond to setbacks with resilience and focus whileothers stay stuck? This dynamic presentation brings together the latestthinking about habit formation and gives practical, hands-on tips that you canuse right away to design new habits for advancing towards goals with confidenceand focus. You will learn:
· Why many of our existing habits are noteffective
· How to design new habits that put you on thepath to success sooner rather than later
· Why identity-based habits are the mosteffective, and how to make them work for you
· How to combine habits of thinking and action tobuild momentum, and
· How to stay on track day-to-day
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, October 14th from 12:30- 2:00 pm: The New York Public Library - Grand Central Library will host Tom Powner of Career Thinker Inc. whowill give a presentation titled: 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 yourcover letter, 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, October 14th 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, October 14th from 3:15 - 4:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary will host a special meeting titled: Business Plan Research Workshop. This workshop provides research guidance specifically tailored to yourparticular business plan. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industryand Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
Wednesday, October 14th from 6:30- 8:30 pm: The Hamilton Adult School will host DavidSchuchman, who will give a class titled: Introduction to EmailMarketing Using MailChimp. Sending an email message to a groupof people is a productive way to advertise a product or service, provideinformation to others and enhance a relationship with contacts. In thisclass, you will set up your own MailChimp account. You will learn how tocreate email lists and forms, add and import email addresses and customer datato your email lists, and prepare and send email campaign messages. Students should have an email account. Visit the school's website to learnabout how to register (required) for the program: http://www.hamilton.k12.nj.us/files/1322592/hamilton%20twp%20fall%202015%20(1).pdf. Classcost is $30. The class is at Hamilton West High School, 2720 South ClintonAve, Hamilton, NJ 08610.
Wednesday, October 14th from 7:30- 9:15 pm. Job Seekers ofMontclair, will host a program titled: Recognizing Your Accomplishments. Identifying your accomplishments - really getting to know yourstrengths - can be an important and rewarding task. Accomplishments summarizewhat you have done successfully in the past and are a good indicator of whatyou are capable of doing in the future. Sometimes we take our accomplishmentsfor granted. By expecting them to be dramatic achievements, we overlook some ofthe simple accomplishments that have made us effective in our work and in ourlives. Consistently completing assignments on time, finding more efficient waysto do something, research skills and creativity are all accomplishments, eventhough we might not recognize them as such. At this meeting, learn to: 1) Knowand understand yourself, 2) How to make a personal assessment inventory, 3) AmI who I think I am, and 4) Identify your assets and liabilities. Additional information is available at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/, or by calling 1-973-783-3442. Themeeting is at St. Luke's Church Hall, 73 South Fullerton Avenue (corner ofUnion Street), Montclair, NJ 07042.
Wednesday, October 14th from 7:30- 9:30 pm: The HillsdaleCareer Resource Ministry Network Group will host: Terri Seibert, a Certified Application Counselor for the AffordableCare Act Insurance Marketplace and (SHIP) Counselor, who will give apresentation titled: NavigatingHealthcare in Transition 2.0. She willdiscuss the programs available to those in transition to ensure access tohealth care. Terri was with us at our June meeting and was asked to return inOctober to give you a hand in the open enrollment process which is October 15th and address any changes since Junewith the healthcare system. She willalso talk a bit about volunteerism as a pathway to employment. All are welcome and feel free to bring afriend. 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. The meeting is at St. John TheBaptist Church, in the Sheen Room of the Parish Center, at 69 Valley Road,Hillsdale NJ 07642.
Thursday, October 15th,from 9:30 - 11:30 am: JewishVocational Service (JVS) of New Jersey will host: SunilKumar, an IT Director, who will give a presentation titled: LinkedIn For Job Search: A Seeker's Perspective. LinkedIn is the most widely used Social Mediatool by professionals today. This free,online service has the highest concentration of executives, companies,recruiters and industry experts as members, which makes it a potential GOLDMINEfor today's job seekers. Thispresentation provides a few tips and tricks that can enhance the visibility ofthe job seeker and thereby increase the chances of being found by potentialemployers. To participate in thisprogram, you must have a LinkedIn profile already, but you may not know how touse LinkedIn for a job search very well. To register, e-mail LynneRobbins at lrobbins@jvsnj.org or call:1-973-674-0871 by noon, 10/14/2015. Themeeting is at the Aidekman Family Campus, 901 Route 10 East, Whippany, NJ07981. Turn right at the sign for Golds'gym.
Thursday, October 15th,from 10:30 am - 12:00 noon: WestchesterJewish Community Services will host MelanieSzlucha, a career coach and president of REDINC, who will give apresentation titled: Mastering the InnerGame of Finding Your Job. Learn practicalstrategies for maximizing your search, getting on the track to success and landingthe Job. Melanie will discuss how to effectivelytackle the job search process, with strategies to stack the odds in your favor.Join us to learn from our dynamic presenter, who will guide you through some ofthe most vital aspects of your job search, in a new and fresh approach, gearedto make you a viable and desirable job candidate. To register, or for moreinformation, contact Lenore Rosenbaum, Director of WJCS Women-Helping-Women, at1-761-0600 x308, or lrosenbaum@wjcs.com. Themeeting is at Greenburgh Public Library, 300 East Main Street, Elmsford,NY, 10523.
Thursday, October15th from 12:00 noon - 1:30 pm: The New York Science, Industryand Business Library will host JohnCrant, who will give a presentation titled: Creating a Social Media Marketing Campaign for Your Business onLinkedIn. Learn How to Create andManage your Business' Social Media Marketing Campaign on LinkedIn. It is agreat way to reach a new audience of Customers, and to deepen your Interactionwith your current Clientele. John offersbusiness owners a streamlined plan to manage their social media efforts,including: 1) Structural Support: Planning for Success using Social Media, 2) AnEditorial Calendar will keep you on Track, 3) Messaging Madness: Just Whatshould I Say, and 4) Tracking your Campaign to improve Effectiveness. Learn how to develop your social media actionplan and campaign and manage and control your message. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.
Thursday, October 15th, 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.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, October 15th 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 a presentation titled: Resume and Pitch Intensive: Craft Messages that Land Interviews andOffers. Is your resume communicatinghow you can help a prospective employer in the 15 seconds a hiring manager isgoing to look at it? Are you positioning yourself correctly for the job youwant, or are you too focused on your last job? Rob's discussion will include: 1) Before and after resume examples, soyou can clearly see what works, 2) Nine resume do's" and six resume do not"that will debunk a lot myths and save you time, 3) For career and industry-changers,how to relate your prior experience to what you are looking to do next, 4) Howto address common issues, like gaps in your resume, too-much or too-littleexperience, or job-hopping, 5) What you need to know about adapting your resumefor your LinkedIn profile, and 6) In-class exercises that will get you startedon your pitch. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
Thursday, October 15th from 7:00 - 9:00 PM: The Teach and Learn Networking Group presents: Ask an EntrepreneurNight. Facilitated networking and Q+A panel discussion, moderated by SamPopp, with a group of talented business owners. This is your chance to learnfirsthand what it takes to start and run a small business. Panelists include: Spoorthi Kumar, founderand owner of Hidden Grounds Coffee Shop in New Brunswick, Cliff Barany, co-founderof Meridian Physician Solutions, owner of Greater Metro AreaVolleyball Club, and Development Director with Legacy Athletic Club, Kim Osterhoudt, founder and CEOof Jams by Kim, current president of the National Association of WomenBusiness Owners, NJ Chapter and DaveNoodlez, founder of clothing brand Stereotype Co,event producer, and social media strategist for over one dozen brands. Bringlots of business cards; event is free. For more information about thisevent and others, visit us at http://www.meetup.com/TEACHANDLEARNCNJ. The meeting is at Lady Tea Bubble Tea,323 Raritan Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904.
Friday,, October 16th from 9:00 am - 12:00noon: The ChemPharma Association's Philadelphia Chapter willhost Michael Chiappinelli, who givea will presentation titled; Networkingfor Career Change. Michael will tellus about the major career change he made from being a CIO of a globalcorporation to becoming a financial services consultant. The following areas will be covered: 1) Tipsand general advice when considering a career change, 2) Networking techniquesfor candidates, useful if you are undergoing a career change or staying in yourcurrent career, and 3) Building a general framework for developing a strongnetwork. The Philadelphia Chaptermeets on the third Friday morning of each month. You do not need to be a ChemPharma member toattend. For additional information,contact Barry Rosenblatt at 1-215-694-2925 or SMEbiotech1@comcast.net. The meeting is at Right Management's Kingof Prussia Office, 630 Freedom Business Center, Suite 400, King of Prussia,PA 19406.
Friday, October 16th from 9:45am - 12:00 Noon: The Princeton Public Library and the ProfessionalService Group of Mercer County: Nomeeting due to another library program. Visit the PSG of Mercer County website tolearn about the numerous resources available there. Princeton Public Library,65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542.
Saturday, October 17th from 8:30 -10:30 am: The Career SupportGroup at St. Gregory the Great will host: Jennifer L. Smith, founder of the Passionate LeaderInstitute, who will give a presentation titled: What Message Are You Sending, Using Executive Presence to Get Hired.Whenyou are in an interview or in a conversation, do you have an executivepresence? Could you be sending mixedsignals? What presence are you projecting when you respond to interviewquestions? This sessionwill discuss executive presence techniques that can be used during interviewsto help you be seen as the ideal client. We are going to dive into thebehaviors that either draw the interviewer in to listen, or want to end theinterview early. If you have not thought about it lately, ask yourself: Whatmessage are you sending in your interviews? The groupmeets the 3rd Saturday of the month. Additional information is available at: http://stgregorythegreatchurch.org/career-support. The meeting is at Saint Gregorythe Great' Church, in the Parish Center, O'Connor Hall, at 4680 Nottingham Way,Hamilton Square, NJ 08690.
Saturday, October 17th 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 groupcan help you, and how you can help the group. This is followed by a shortperiod for networking with people you would like to introduce yourself to andexchange 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.
Sunday, October 18th 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 second segment of a four part workshop titled:Define Your Target Market. Learninghow to clearly and logically define your target market allows you to focus onspecific organizations and ensures that you waste little time findingappropriate new employment. Staying focused with realistic goals can shortenyour employment search by weeks and even months. All are welcome! For additional information,please call Carol Shea at 1-201-447-4215 or Tom Lewis at 1-201-445-1864. The workshop is at Our Lady of Mount CarmelChurch, One Passaic Street, Ridgewood, NJ 07450, in the lower church meetingroom.
The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary, located at 188Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016-4314, offers an extensiveseries of weekly programs pertaining to job search, training, and careeradvice. Inquiries about programs may bemade by calling 917-275-6975, Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm. Click on their link at: http://www.nypl.org/events/calendar?location=65 for a detailed list of upcomingclasses. In addition to these greatin-person classes, the library also recorded some of the presentations and theyare available 24/7 on-line at: http://www.nypl.org/node/90324. Check them out, I am sure you will be pleasantly surprised by the amountof helpful information awaiting you.
Free Pro Bono Career Coaching. Career Coaching is a PRO BONO / FREE service available to job seekerswho wish to focus an existing job search strategy and/or gain insight on how tocraft an effective self-marketing plan. Each session is comprised of a 50minute meeting with a volunteer Job Coach at SIBL's Madison Avenue location. To make an appointment for a PRO BONO / FREEcoaching session, please visit:
http://www.genbook.com/bookings/slot/reservation/30075466
Please provideyour name, phone number, e-mail address, and specific goals. If you do not havean e-mail address, please input noemail@email.com when prompted. Once booked, an e-mailconfirmation and follow-up reminder will be sent to the e-mail addressprovided. In addition, you may also receive a courtesy telephone call confirmingyour appointment. If you have anyquestions, please contact the Job Search Central Manager at jscnypl@nypl.orgor call 1-212-592-7006.
The UnitedWay of Northern New Jersey is 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,
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