Placement Perspectives: April 2018

April 2018 Networking Events

Sundays, from 8:00 – 9:00 am. Every Sunday morning tune into Your Career is Calling on 107.7 FM, The Bronc, an on-campus radio station at Rider University. Host Wanda Elletbrings you the best career advice, no matter what stage your career is in. Whether you are in transition, looking for a better opportunity, or even a college student, Your Career is Calling has you covered. Nearly every single week, they are joined by a 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 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. Call in your job search questions every Monday night to a live Radio Show titled: Own Your Career hosted by Rod Colon, on Blogtalk Radio -http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ownyourcareer. Dial 1-347-857-3320 with your questions to get proven guidance from the # 1 career coach in the United States, specialized in the 7 Step Job Search and author of the book Win The Race For 21st Century Jobs. Get free coaching with challenges you encounter steering your career in the rough seas of the 21st century job market.

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

Monday, April 2nd, from 7:00 am - 9:30 am: The Monday’s @ 7 Group will host Andy Ancel, an Alumni of M@7, who will give a presentation titled: Referrals2Networking. As job seekers we are told that 70-75% of our time should be devoted to networking. However, networking can be an enigma. What, if anything, can you do if you meet with a target contact and you do not receive a referral or much in the way of information? How should target contacts be approached and how do you maintain top of mind awareness? Details such as these often seem to be missing from the resources that encourage you network. In Andy’s presentation, he will take a detailed look at the fundamentals of nurturing relationships and building a referral program. He will cover topics such as when and how to reach out to contacts, analyzing contacts and why word-of-mouth is second best. For additional information, check the group’s website at http://www.mondaysat7.org/ or send a message to: Mondaysseven@gmail.com. The meeting is at the Westport United Methodist Church, 49 Weston Road, Westport, CT 06880 (Exit 42 off the Merritt Parkway).

Monday, April 2nd, from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm: Professional Service Group of Central NJ will host will host Dan Gutman, who will give a presentation titled: Techniques of Using LinkedIn For Your Job Search. Please feel free to forward this note to anyone that you think would benefit from joining us. Or, better yet, just bring them with you. Additional information is available at: www.psgcnj.biz. PSGCNG meets every Monday, except holidays. The meeting will be at First United Methodist Church of Somerville, 48 West High Street, Somerville, NJ 08876.

Tuesday, April 3rd, from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm. The Professional Service Group of New Brunswick (PSGNB) will host a free workshop titled: Building the Foundation for a Successful Job Search. We will discuss: 1) Dealing with the emotional side of job loss, 2) Developing your job search plan, and 3) Identifying your transferable skills, strengths, and accomplishments. We will also work on creating your 30 Second commercial and your C.A.R (Challenge, Action, Result) stories. For the schedule and to learn more about the organization and activities visit the website at: PSGNB.org. The workshops are held at the Kennedy branch of The Piscataway Public Library, 500 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854.

Tuesday, April 3rd, from 7:30 - 9:30 pm: The Career Forum will host Jan Goodman, Program Coordinator at the Greater Raritan One Stop Career Center, who will give a presentation titled: Creating a Dynamic Job Portfolio. This workshop examines the value of presenting yourself as a complete package by using a resume as an introduction to an employer, and backing it up with a portfolio presented at the interview. A portfolio is a professional scrapbook of sorts where you can neatly store your accomplishments and any artifacts of your past work and volunteer experience. While traditionally people use binders, you could also create an online portfolio with documents to download, or links to work you have done online. Your full portfolio could include artifacts you have saved, like copies of work and writing samples, thank-you notes that speak to your impact, survey results, white papers you have written, meeting agendas and training outlines you have created, action plans you have implemented, photos and screenshots of your work in action, volunteer position descriptions you have drafted, policies you have written and more. At a job interview, bring a mini-portfolio with items only relevant to the position. You can use a small presentation folder, sliding your work samples into plastic sleeves. Or you can use a file folder. At the end of the interview, you should plan to leave behind copies of your most relevant work samples. For more information contact Sylvia Velez at 1-908-630-3530 or email svelez@somersethillsymca.org. The meeting is at the Somerset Hills YMCA, 140 Mt. Airy Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.

Wednesday, April 4th, from 9:30 am – 12:00 noon. The Professional Service Group of Morris County (PSGMC) will host Alex Freund, a career and interviewing coach, who will give a presentation titled: LinkedIn: It's About Being Found. In today's market, a LinkedIn profile is a must have for any professional or jobseeker, as more than 90% of companies use LinkedIn to identify or vet a candidate. But having a profile is not enough; it is ALL about being found. This highly interactive session is designed to help you understand the dynamics of LinkedIn and how to position yourself for success. If you cannot be found, you cannot be considered for a position. There are a number of reasons why your profile might not appear in a search. Alex will reveal how to break through these impediments so that YOU make a recruiter's search list. And not all components of your LinkedIn profile are created equal. In this presentation, you will learn which elements of your profile weigh more heavily in searches and which sections require your attention first. Alex will provide tips and easy-to-use tools that you can use right away to optimize your profile, giving you a distinct competitive advantage. Few spend much time cultivating their headline, often inserting their last job title. But this important piece of real estate is how viewers define you, often within seconds. Learn how to structure a strong, compelling headline that has the viewer wanting to learn more about YOU. During this session, participants will: 1) Evaluate the role of LinkedIn in a job search, 2) Understand how to structure their profile to be found, 3) Learn how to address job transitions and unemployment, 4) Experience a recruiter's view of a candidate, 5) Distinguish an optimized profile from a poor one, and 6) Acquire free tools and techniques to create a stand out profile. Please feel free to forward this note to anyone that you think would benefit from joining us. Or, better yet, just bring them with you. Additional information is available at: www.psgmc.org. The meeting will be at the Parsippany Troy Hills Library, 449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054.

Wednesday, April 4th, from 10:30 am – 12:00 noon: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Laura Jackson, a UCLA-trained mindfulness facilitator, who will give a presentation titled: Mindfulness for Job Seekers. Learn mindfulness techniques that bring relaxation and effortless focus to challenging situations and relationships. Mindfulness is the practice of bringing full, non-judgmental awareness to the present moment. The struggle of searching for a job can be overwhelming at times. See if the practice of mindfulness meditation and some easy to use on-the-spot techniques can help you during these challenging times. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Wednesday, April 4th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Robert Hellmann, a career coach at www.hellmannconsulting.com, who will give a presentation titled: Turn Job Interviews into Offers. Have you ever walked out of an interview thinking it went well, but then you did not get the job? Or felt a great conversation come to a halt as soon as you answered their salary question? Perhaps in one interview you felt a bit too nervous, or you simply want to polish up your interviewing skills.Robert Hellmann of www.hellmannconsulting.com shares field-tested strategies and techniques (and dispel myths) that will boost your likelihood of acing the interview. Learn:

· A strategic approach involving story-telling that will put you ahead of the competition

· How to handle salary questions and other questions you’re likely to hear

· What to do when they ask you about your weaknesses

· The three things companies look for in a candidate, and how to prepare

· The three questions you must ask to ensure the interview's success, and

· How to turn a No into a Yes

The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Wednesday, April 4th, from 7:30 - 9:15 pm: Job Seekers of Montclair will host Roy Schmidt who will give a presentation titled: Coping with Change. We all need strategies for coping with the difficult, painful and confusing times in our lives, times when things change. Few of us ever really stop to reflect on the waves of change we experience. We do not really know how to move through changes. We try to adjust quickly—move on—get over it and do not permit ourselves to feel the emotions that accompany change. At this meeting, learn to: 1) Understanding your feelings, 2) Cope with stress, 3) Gain control, and 4) Explore opportunities for growth. Additional information is available at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/. The meeting is at St. Luke’s Church Hall, 73 South Fullerton Avenue (corner of Union Street), Montclair, NJ 07042.

Wednesday, April 4th, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm: GenY Networking Group will host: Kevin Shields, who will give a presentation titled: Topic to be Determined. The group meets twice monthly on Wednesdays. For additional information or to register, please contact Joe Finazzo at joseph.finazzo@yahoo.com. The meeting is at the Library of the Chathams, 214 Main Street, Chatham, NJ 07928.

Thursday, April 5th, from 6:30 - 9:00 pm: St. Patrick's EARN (Employment Assistance and Resource Network) will host Raymond A.. Murphy, an independent consultant and Project Director of the Healthcare Information Xchange of New York, who will give a presentation titled: Topic to be Determined. Visit EARNatStPats.com for more information. PleaseRegister for the EARN meeting via Eventbrite. The meeting is at Saint Patrick's Parish Center (Lower Level of the New Church), 137 Moseman Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598.

Friday, April 6th, from 9:30 - 11:30 am: The Jenkintown Career Networking Group will host Robert Smith, a Certified Financial Planner for the Integritis Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley, who will give a presentation titled: Financial Considerations For Individuals Going Through A Job Transition. There are many financial options and financial considerations for individuals going through a career transition. The decisions that you make now will be critical to your future success. Rob will touch upon each distribution option you have with your previous employer’s retirement plan and discuss the pros and cons to each option. Rob will also look at budgeting and discuss the importance of budgeting and how to create an effective budget. He will discuss basic investment concepts and look at current market statistics to help you gain perspectives that will help you become a more successful investor now and in the future. At the end of the presentation you will have a better understanding of market risks and the actions you can take to continue to prepare financially for your future. Attend this stirring, thought-provoking and motivational presentation and you will acquire:

· An understanding of retirement plan distribution options for individuals in career transition

· The importance of budgeting and how to create a budget

· An understanding of basic investment concepts and investment risk

· A better view of the historical market movements and statistics and gain a current market perspective

· An understanding of how to be a successful investor

Please register at: https://www.meetup.com/preview/Career-Networking-Group-in-Montgomery-County-Meetup/events/243779379. The meeting is at the William Jeanes Memorial Library, 4051 Joshua Road, Lafayette Hills, PA. 19444

Friday, April 6th, from 9:45 am - 12:00 Noon: The Professional Service Group of Mercer County and the Princeton Public Library will co-host Abby Kohut, President of Staffing Symphony, and author of Absolutely Abby's 101 Job Search Secrets, who will give a presentation titled: Going Undercover: The Deep Dark Secrets. Would you like to gain insight into what HR recruiters REALLY look for when they are evaluating your qualifications? For example, did you know that HR spies may take a peek at the clutter in your car while you are in an interview? That piece of paper lying in the stairwell might have been put there on purpose. Oh...and if the recruiter says that it is OK for you to take notes, find out why they might be confiscated at the end of the interview! Perhaps your body language is speaking in foreign tongues. Take a backstage look at the recruiting world - a view that you have NEVER seen before and will never see again. You will learn:

· When wearing the color yellow can help you get an offer

· When you should and should not mention the Yankees during an interview

· Deep dark secrets about why keywords really matter and how to choose them

· Why you should avoid a swivel chair and the fishy handshake during an interview

Please feel free to forward this note to anyone that you think would benefit from joining us. Or, better yet, just bring them with you. Please visit the PSG of Mercer County website to learn more about the numerous resources available there. The meeting will be held at the Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542.

Friday, April 6th, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Sherry Natkow, who will give a presentation titled: Thinking About a Career Change. This workshop is most appropriate for adults who have had several different employers or at least 10 years of work experience. These days, workers are apt to change jobs frequently and many are taking the leap of switching careers or industries. Turn what could be a daunting ordeal into an invigorating inner journey of self-reflection. Sherry takes you on a scenic journey of your own work history. You will assess your interests, values, and skills from your past jobs. By looking backwards, you will move forward more thoughtfully and uncover new insights for a rewarding new career direction. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Saturday, April 7th, 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 networking with people you would like to introduce yourself to 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 it reviewed.) or 2) Support in Overcoming Job Search Obstacles. This includes: A) Small group advice for individuals who have hit the wall and need help to reinvigorate their job search, or B) Large group discussion on various job search related topics. CIT meets the first and third Saturday of each month except holidays. Visit Christ Church in Short Hills: Careers in Transition for additional information. The meeting is in the Winston School Gym at Christ Church, 30 East Lane, Short Hills, NJ 07078.

Saturday, April 7th, from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host John Crant, Author, Career Coach and Speaker, who will give a presentation titled: Building Your Professional Network with LinkedIn and How To Use It In Your Job Search.. John will discuss how to start networking with LinkedIn.com’s networking personal proﬁles and then use your expanded network in your search for your next career challenge. The discussion includes: 1) Your LinkedIn Proﬁle, and Creating Your Own Personal Network, 2) Networking Strategies 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 Your Blog should be Linked to Your LinkedIn Proﬁle, 6) Expert Questions, Job Listings and More, Right on LinkedIn, and 7) Why Giving and Receiving Recommendations for Your Proﬁle on LinkedIn is More Important than it Seems. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Monday, April 9th, from 7:00 am - 9:30 am: The Monday’s @ 7 Group will host Cindy Graziano who will give a presentation titled: Emotional Intelligence. For additional information, check the group’s website at http://www.mondaysat7.org/ or send a message to: Mondaysseven@gmail.com. The meeting is at the Westport United Methodist Church, 49 Weston Road, Westport, CT 06880 (Exit 42 off the Merritt Parkway).

Monday, April 9th, from 10:00 am - 12:00 noon: Northern NJ Professionals in Transition (NNJ_PIT) will host Rich DuFour, who will give a presentation titled: Moving from Frustration to Freedom and Empowerment with Technology. This presentation is focused on guiding you to better use the tools you already have to track, organize and direct your job search. From organizing each prospect as a project, clarifying Next Actions, Waiting For’s and Follow-Up’s, you will demonstrate an outstanding reputation with future employers, allowing them to fully see you and trust you in the job. Also, Rich will speak on building trust and rapport by having a consistent personal brand and voice on all of your communications, including and beyond the resume: colors, typefaces, email sign-offs, and more. Come to learn how your common everyday tools can become an asset in your search. A schedule of upcoming meeting dates is available at: www.bit.ly/NNJ_PIT1. Please feel free to forward this note to anyone that you think would benefit from joining us. Or, better yet, just bring them with you. The group meets on generally alternating Mondays, except on library holidays. The companion online discussion forum/information archive/bulletin board/event calendar is available at: www.bit.ly/NNJ_PIT2. For additional information, please contact NNJ_PIT-owner@yahoogroups.com. The meetings are at Hilton Branch of the Maplewood Public Library,1688 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ 07040.

Monday, April 9th, from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm: Professional Service Group of Central NJ will host will host Marty Latman, Executive Director of Latman Advisory Services, who will give a presentation titled: The Other Side, Successful Dealing With Recruiters. You are in transition and need a recruiter. You call them, speak with them and send them your resume. Then you wait and wait and….. You are angry because they have not called you back with a job opportunity. Why are they not doing their job or are they? Let’s examine what the recruiters do and properly set your expectations for them. Once you examine and understand the recruiter’s job, you will be in a better position to conduct and evaluate your job search process. Please feel free to forward this note to anyone that you think would benefit from joining us. Or, better yet, just bring them with you. Additional information is available at:www.psgcnj.biz. PSGCNG meets every Monday, except holidays. The meeting will be at First United Methodist Church of Somerville, 48 West High Street, Somerville, NJ 08876.

Monday, April 9th, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm: The Career Networking Group (CNG) will host Alex Freund, a career and interviewing coach, who will give a presentation titled: LinkedIn: It's About Being Found. In today's market, a LinkedIn profile is a must have for any professional or job seeker as more than 90% of companies use LinkedIn to identify or vet a candidate. But just having a profile isn't enough. This highly interactive session is designed to help you understand the dynamics of LinkedIn and how to position yourself for success. If you cannot be found, you cannot be considered for a position. There are a number of reasons why your profile might not appear in a search. Alex will reveal how to break through these impediments so that YOU make a recruiter's search list. And, not all components of your LinkedIn profile are created equal. You will learn which elements of your profile weigh more heavily in searches and which sections require your attention first. Alex will provide tips and easy-to-use tools that you can use right away to optimize your profile. During this event, participants will:

· Evaluate the role of LinkedIn in a job search

· Understand how to structure their profile to be found

· Learn how to address job transitions and unemployment

· Experience a recruiter's view of a candidate

· Distinguish an optimized profile from a poor one

· Acquire free tools and techniques to create a stand out profile

Please feel free to forward this note to anyone that you think would benefit from joining us. Or, better yet, just bring them with you. 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 Plains Public Library, 1927 Bartle Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.

Tuesday, April 10th, from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm. The Professional Service Group of New Brunswick (PSGNB) will host a free workshop titled: Resume Writing. Learn how to customize your resume for each job and use C.A.R. (Challenge, Action, Result) stories to convey your competitive advantage. For the schedule and to learn more about the organization and activities visit the website at: PSGNB.org. The workshops are held at the Kennedy branch of The Piscataway Public Library, 500 Hoes Lane, Piscataway, NJ 08854.

Tuesday, April 10^th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm: The Garden State Chapter of the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) will host Alex Freund, a career and interviewing coach, who will give a presentation titled: LinkedIn: It's About Being Found. In today's market, a LinkedIn profile is a must have for any professional or jobseeker, as more than 90% of companies use LinkedIn to identify or vet a candidate. But having a profile is not enough; it is ALL about being found. This highly interactive session is designed to help you understand the dynamics of LinkedIn and how to position yourself for success. If you cannot be found, you cannot be considered for a position. There are a number of reasons why your profile might not appear in a search. Alex will reveal how to break through these impediments so that YOU make a recruiter's search list. And not all components of your LinkedIn profile are created equal. In this presentation, you will learn which elements of your profile weigh more heavily in searches and which sections require your attention first. Alex will provide tips and easy-to-use tools that you can use right away to optimize your profile, giving you a distinct competitive advantage. Few spend much time cultivating their headline, often inserting their last job title. But this important piece of real estate is how viewers define you, often within seconds. Learn how to structure a strong, compelling headline that has the viewer wanting to learn more about YOU. During this session, participants will: 1) Evaluate the role of LinkedIn in a job search, 2) Understand how to structure their profile to be found, 3) Learn how to address job transitions and unemployment, 4) Experience a recruiter's view of a candidate, 5) Distinguish an optimized profile from a poor one, and 6) Acquire free tools and techniques to create a stand out profile. Please feel free to forward this note to anyone that you think would benefit from joining us. The cost of the buffet dinner meeting is $30. Please RSVP by April 8^th if you will be attending by replying to Brian.Mecca@gmail.com. The meeting is at the Gran Centurions Banquet Hall, 440 Madison Hill Road, Clark, NJ 07066

Tuesday, April 10th, The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Win Sheffield, a career Coach, who will give a presentation titled: A Seminar in Resume Problems. In the job market, the resume is essential. So if there is a problem with it, we feel lost and hopeless. How can a piece of paper never hope to fully convey our value? It cannot. Yet, we are obliged to make our resume as effective as possible. Participants are encouraged to listen to 5 minute podcasts on resumes at www.WinSheffield.com/podcastsand to bring their resume issues. Win Sheffield covers how to keep the resume in perspective and to take seriously the problems that undermine your campaign and your confidence in being able to land a job. Learn how to: 1) Develop perspective on the role and ways to use your resume, 2) Deal with specific resume issues that can cloud your professional message, and 3) Consider alternatives to using the resume in the right circumstance. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Tuesday, April 10th, from 6:00 - 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host a special meeting titled: StartUp 2018 Workshop 3: Developing Financial Statements. Learn how to develop financial statements for your business. This session will be offered three times in April. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Tuesday, April 10th, from 7:30 - 9:30 pm: The Career Forum will host Lloyd Feinstein, career coach, who will give a presentation titled: Getting the Job You Should Want, How to Figure Where to Go in Your Next Career. For more information, contact Sylvia Velez at 1-908-630-3530 or email svelez@somersethillsymca.org. The meeting is at the Somerset Hills YMCA, 140 Mt. Airy Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.

Wednesday, April 11th, All Day: The United Way of Northern New Jersey is offering Free Career Coaching at the Chatham, NJ Library. Our career coaching program provides professionals with an opportunity to learn techniques for landing a new job. Job seekers meet one-on-one with our volunteer coaches for in-depth skill assessments, tips for pursuing alternative career options as well as résumé and interviewing critiques. Coaches are available by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, please contact Ms. Durelle McPherson, at 1.973.746.4040, ext. 210 or www.UnitedWayNNJ.org. Please forward Durelle the following: 1) Resume, if available, 2) Why you would like to see the Career Coach, 1-2 lines, and 3) The areas in which you would like to work, if possible, and a copy of a job posting you would like to apply for in which you can send Durelle or bring with you. The Morris County meetings are at the Library of the Chathams, 214 Main Street, Chatham, NJ 07928. Parking is free on the side of the building.

Wednesday, April 11th, from 10:30 am – 12:00 noon: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Laura Jackson, a UCLA-trained mindfulness facilitator, who will give a presentation titled: Mindfulness for Job Seekers. Learn mindfulness techniques that bring relaxation and effortless focus to challenging situations and relationships. Mindfulness is the practice of bringing full, non-judgmental awareness to the present moment. The struggle of searching for a job can be overwhelming at times. See if the practice of mindfulness meditation and some easy to use on-the-spot techniques can help you during these challenging times. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Wednesday, April 11th, from 10:30 am – 12:00 noon: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Jim Arnoff, a certified Career Coach and Television Packaging Agent, who will give a presentation titled: Power Pitching, Power Networking...Become a Master of Them Both. This workshop is all about the anatomy of a pitch, whether it is a project you are pitching, your business or yourself, and how to network with ease to get to that pitch. What does it really take to make a powerful pitch and make the strongest connection at a networking event? What are the pitfalls to avoid at all cost? How can you master the art of pitching and networking with your own style, personality and brand? In this workshop, Jim will give you his top 10 tips for pitching and networking with conviction and results. Learn how to prepare, how to read the person you are pitching, how to engage, and how to anticipate every question. If you ever wondered what it really takes to do a successful pitch and network with results, this workshop is for you. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Wednesday, April 11th, from 7:30 - 9:15 pm. Job Seekers of Montclair, will host Daniel Hauschild who will give a presentation titled: Handling Your Finances. Learn to 1) Prepare a budget when you are unemployed, 2) Dealing with banks and creditors, 3) Credit cards, and 4) Unemployment benefits and schedules. Additional information is available at:http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/. The meeting is at St. Luke’s Church Hall, 73 South Fullerton Avenue (corner of Union Street), Montclair, NJ 07042.

Wednesday, April 11th, from 6:45 - 9:30 pm: The Hillsdale Career Resource Ministry Network Group will host Speaker and Topic to be Determined. Please feel free to forward this note to anyone that you think would benefit from joining us. Or, better yet, just bring them with you. 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 the Baptist Church, in the Sheen Room of the Parish Center, at 69 Valley Road, Hillsdale NJ 07642.

Thursday, April 12th, from 9:30 - 11:30 am: Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) of New Jersey will host Ron Rupolo, Managing Director at Randstad Professionals, who will give a presentation titled: The Best Way to Get Off Your Sofa and Find Your Dream Job. This will be interactive question and answer style of meeting. Question topics for job seekers will include:

· Where's the best place to look for a job

· How do I get in front of recruiters

· Who do I turn to and how do I use Linked In to find them

· What sets me apart

Please come prepared with questions about your job search, and feel free to forward this note to anyone that you think would benefit from joining us. Or, better yet, just bring them with you. To register, e-mail Meryl Kanner at mkanner@jvsnj.org. In case of inclement weather, please call 1-973-674-6330 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 Swim Quest Athletic.

Thursday, April 12th, from 1:15 - 2:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will offer a special program titled: Job Seekers: Download a Customized Company List for Contacts. Find Companies and Executive contacts for your next job. Search by industry as well as location, size, and sales. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Thursday, April 12th, from 6:00 - 8:00 pm: NNJ ATD (Association for Talent Development) will host Alex Freund, a career and interviewing coach, who will give a presentation titled: :LinkedIn: It's About Being Found. In today's market, a LinkedIn profile is a must have for any professional or jobseeker, as more than 90% of companies use LinkedIn to identify or vet a candidate. But having a profile is not enough; it is ALL about being found. This highly interactive session is designed to help you understand the dynamics of LinkedIn and how to position yourself for success. If you cannot be found, you cannot be considered for a position. There are a number of reasons why your profile might not appear in a search. Alex will reveal how to break through these impediments so that YOU make a recruiter's search list. And not all components of your LinkedIn profile are created equal. In this presentation, you will learn which elements of your profile weigh more heavily in searches and which sections require your attention first. Alex will provide tips and easy-to-use tools that you can use right away to optimize your profile, giving you a distinct competitive advantage. Few spend much time cultivating their headline, often inserting their last job title. But this important piece of real estate is how viewers define you, often within seconds. Learn how to structure a strong, compelling headline that has the viewer wanting to learn more about YOU. During this session, participants will: 1) Evaluate the role of LinkedIn in a job search, 2) Understand how to structure their profile to be found, 3) Learn how to address job transitions and unemployment, 4) Experience a recruiter's view of a candidate, and 5) Distinguish an optimized profile from a poor one. Acquire free tools and techniques to create a stand out profile. Please feel free to forward this note to anyone that you think would benefit from joining us. Or, better yet, just bring them with you. Do not miss an evening where you can expand your network, make new friends, share knowledge with your peers, and hear highly relevant and beneficial insights and perspectives from experts in the marketplace. For additional information, contact Alicja Lisnow at a_lisnow@yahoo.com. Do not miss an evening where you can expand your network, make new friends, share knowledge with your peers, and hear highly relevant and beneficial insights and perspectives from experts in the marketplace. The meeting is at the Cedar Hill Christian Reformed Church, 422 Cedar Hill Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481.

Thursday, April 12th, from 6:00 – 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host David Lees, a career coach, who will give a presentation titled: Marketing Yourself with Confidence. The key to having greater self-confidence is connecting with your strengths. David helps you define your Personal Core Brand, who you are and what makes you unique, so that you can better sell yourself in today’s competitive job market. Learn how to:

· Become more self-confident, by identifying your Personal Core Brand, your unique competitive advantage

· Better understand how to package and communicate this benefit, and

· Tell success stories when selling yourself, so they have greater impact

The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Friday, April 13th, from 9:30 - 11:30 am: The Jenkintown Career Networking Group will host Rick Tashman, who will give a presentation titled: Mastering The Art Of Networking and Networking. Learning how to network effectively is one of the most powerful tools an individual can use to advance their personal and professional life. This skill can help you land your dream job, score a promotion, and become close with the leaders in your industry. Why is networking important? It is simple: knowing the right people can get you places that you might not reach otherwise. Ultimately, it is all about relationships: the ones that you can build through networking are invaluable.

This interactive workshop covers the strategies, philosophies and tactics to enjoy and be more effective in networking. The program deals with exercises to eliminate anxiety and develop confidence in making meaningful connections. Attendees will develop lifetime habits to develop strong business and personal relationships. This session will highlight the how and whys of effective networking. Attending, you will learn:

· How to break the ice

· How to politely disengage

· Benefits of a wingman

· Achieve meaningful specific goals

· How to grow brief encounters into meaningful relationships

Friday, April 13th, from 9:45 am - 12:00 Noon: PSG of Mercer County and the Princeton Public Library will co-host Eileen N. Sinett, a Presentation and Communications Coach, who will give a presentation titled: Introduce Yourself: Creative Introductions for Networking and Beyond. A networking event, an interview for a job, or a business meeting, all present an opportunity for you seize the moment and make a positive impression on those you meet. This presentation will give you tips on how to present yourself creatively and effectively to a range of people and in different situations. Visit the PSG of Mercer County website to learn about the numerous resources available there: http://www.psgofmercercounty.org/. The meeting is at the Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542.

Saturday, April 14th, from 7:30 - 10:15 am: The Breakfast Club will host: Gary Lande, a member of the Professional Services Group of Mercer County Executive Committee. who will give a presentation titled: Developing Your Master Resume. Are the companies you have applied to calling you for interviews? Are you receiving calls from recruiters? Are you certain your resume is not getting screened out by an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)? A strong resume helps you put your best foot forward, sets you apart from your competition, and gets you the interview. In developing your master resume you will learn how to put together a resume that spans your entire career and accomplishments. Your master resume will be the basis for creating the customized resume you submit for each job opportunity. You will also be shown how to avoid getting rejected by an ATS.. This presentation includes valuable guidance on resume appearance, format, and content. Be sure to tell your friends and bring them along. There is a $10 fee at the door to cover the cost of the room. The meeting is at the Days Hotel Conference Center, 195 Rt. 18 South, East Brunswick, NJ 08816.

Saturday, April 14th, from 9:45 - 11:45 am: My Career Transitions will host Joyel Crawford, a Certified Professional Career Coach, who will give a presentation titled: Negotiating Skills to Raise Your Voice and Value. Confidence is Key. Knowing what to say and how to say it are key elements in having an effective negotiation conversation but if you don’t believe in what you’re saying, your delivery may fall flat. Walking in cold into a negotiating conversation is not setting you up for success. Do you know how to effectively prepare for this type of conversation so you are not caught in an off guard moment? Proper preparation for these types of discussions will increase your confidence and your chances for holding a successful negotiation talk. What’s your EQ? Self-awareness and self-assessment are two key emotional intelligence skill sets that are essential when preparing a negotiation conversation. Understanding how to check in before and during a discussion can make or break your chances of success. By attending this event, you will learn:

· The reasons behind why negotiating can be so challenging.

· How to identify the right timing for negotiation.

· How to successfully prepare for a negotiation conversation.

· Effective negotiation skills and techniques to create a better negotiation experience for both parties.

Registration for this event will end at noon on Friday, April 13th. For more information please click here: www.mycareertransitions.com. Registration will end at noon on Friday, January 12th. Please note that new member orientation starts at 8:30 am, in rooms 205-206. The meeting is at Penn State Great Valley Campus, 30 East Swedesford Road, Malvern, PA 19355, in Rooms 130 and 131, Main Building on the right.

Saturday, April 14th, from 12:00 noon - 1:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host a special meeting titled: StartUp 2018 Workshop 3: Developing Financial Statements. Learn how to develop financial statements for your business. This session will be offered three times in April. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.

Monday, April 16th, from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm: Professional Service Group of Central NJ will host will host Randy Fischer, who will give a presentation titled: Digital Marketing Skills for Job Seekers. Please feel free to for

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