Friday, December 20, 2019

2020 is Coming

As 2019 comes to its conclusion, many people are either preoccupied with holiday activities, vacation plans, or the goings on of over federal government (or perhaps a mash-up of several of the above). Unfortunately, a few individuals have reached out to me in recent days with the disappointing news that their jobs have been eliminated. Some have been given the chance to remain on the payroll for a few weeks while others were escorted out immediately. We can discuss how heartless timing is but corporations and smaller entities are focused on the bottom line. The media seems insistent on promoting the doom and gloom of an upcoming recession though there is not much proof of that being the case at the current time. If you were recently laid off, take a few days to celebrate whatever holiday you observe then get to work immediately finding your next landing spot! While a lot of firms are closed over the next 2 weeks, LinkedIn and Twitter never sleep nor does email networking. Computers do not take holidays so you can certainly begin freshening up your personal marketing materials (aka your resume)! Reach out to everyone you know as somebody might just have a lead worth pursuing! Best of luck to all as 2020 approaches!

Monday, December 16, 2019

Late December Networking Options

Year End Upcoming 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 Ellet brings 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 these Neighbors-helping-Neighbors websites at: http://neighbors-helping-neighbors.com or www.nhnusa.orgwww.helping-women.org, and www.helping-veterans.org for additional meetings.
 
Saturday, December 14th, from 7:30 - 10:15 am: The Breakfast Club will host Jerry Crispin, who will give a presentation titled: What Should Be Keeping You Up At Night About The Job Market. (and a few things you can do about it). After 50 years of studying the hiring landscape globally, Gerry is will share what makes sense to what you want to know about the job market. Additional information is available at: http://thebreakfastclubnj.com/. Meetings are held on the 2nd Saturday of each month. 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.
 
Monday, December 16th, from 7:00 am - 9:30 am: The Monday’s @ 7 Group will host Jackie Fedor and Liz Cummings who will give a presentation titled: Recruiters 101. 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, December 16th, from 10:00 am - 12:00 noon: Northern NJ Professionals in Transition (NNJ_PIT) will host Beth Haiet Mayer, who will give a presentation titled: Netplay to Network, the Holidays and Every Day. Beth will discuss the lessons she learned as she has gone through transition and moved her professional life from a career in law to the field of not-for-profits. A schedule of upcoming meeting dates is available at: www.bit.ly/NNJ_PIT1. 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.comThe meetings are at Hilton Branch of the Maplewood Public Library1688 Springfield AvenueMaplewood, NJ 07040.
 
Monday, December 16th, from 10:00 am – 12:00 noon: The Monmouth County Workforce Development will host David Schuchman, Information Technology Consultant and Executive Chair of PSG of Mercer County, who will give a presentation titled: How to Work as a Consultant. A consultant is someone who provides skills, a service or expert advice to others. For some professionals, this can be a new way to stay busy and earn income. Especially when full-time employment opportunities are not available. This program highlights the benefits and differences between employed vs. contract engagements. And, explains the steps you need to follow to pursue a path to Work as a Consultant. The meeting is at the Monmouth County Workforce Development Office, 17 Christopher Way, Eatontown, NJ 07724
 
Monday, December 16th, from 10:30 am – 12:00 noon: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Kathy Fanning, who will give a presentation titled: How to Get Free Training and a Great Career in IT. Have you always had an interest in a career in Information Technology but did not know how to afford the training? If so, this session is for you. Kathy will discuss the career projections and growth potential in this highly desired filed. You will learn what employers are looking for in regards to skills and certifications like CompTIA A+ and CISCO CCNA. Also explore and apply for a free, intensive training program offered by the Borough of Manhattan Community College. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
 
Monday, December 16th, from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm: Professional Service Group of Central NJ will host its Annual Holiday Party. Great food and good cheer will be in abundance at PSGCNJ’s annual holiday party. Celebrate the holiday season and enjoy the festivities while establishing stronger relationships with each other. As this will be the group’s last meeting in 2019, PSGCNJ wishes everyone an Enjoyable Holiday Season and a Happy New Year. 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, December 16th, from 6:00 - 9:00 pm: The Westchester Networking Organization (WNO) will host their 11th Annual Year-end Potluck Supper and Networking Meeting.  Agenda: Good food ... Good friends ... Good times. If you can bring a food dish, please send an e-mail to Anne-MarieThe WNO hosts meetings on the third Monday of each month.  For additional information, or to register for this event, please visit WNO’s website at: http://wno.weebly.com. The meeting will be at: New York Life Offices, 777 Westchester Ave, 4th Floor, White Plains, NY 10604.
 
Monday, December 16th, from 6:30 – 8:45 pm, The Warren Financial Executive Network Group (FENG) will host Janelle Razzino, an Executive Recruiter and President, Razzino Associates, who will give a presentation titled: Reach Out and Touch Someone, How to Make Contact. Janelle will discuss how to make a contact call, email, or LinkedIn message sound right, including:
·         Am I getting my message across?
·         Appropriate- ness
·         Bothersome or not?
·         Delivery is everything.
I will review these ideas and more during our session … and you will surely benefit from what I share with you. We invite other networking groups to attend, such as: The Breakfast Club, Careers in Transition, Career Connections Consortium, Career Forum, and NJ-SENG. Please register at http://www.thefeng.org/chapters/announcement.php?ChapterID=45. Call the library at 1-973-285-6930 in case of inclement weather. The meeting is at the Morris County Library, 30 East Hanover Avenue, 1st Floor Conference Room, Whippany, NJ 07981.
 
Tuesday, December 17th, from 6:00 - 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will offer a program titled: Career Resources. Explore job/career resources available at the Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) and other public sites; Find industry and career advice, resume guides and more.  The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
 
Tuesday, December 17th, from 7:30 - 9:30 pm: The Career Forum will host Carol McCullaghwho will give a presentation titled: Resumes Exposed and Highlighting Your Experience Beyond the Resumewe will explore what may be hidden in your resume file that might cause doubt on whose resume it is, if the information is really yours and what formatting may trip up the application tracking systems. We will also compare section by section two types of resumes: the marketing resume and the risk reduction for the hiring manager resume. We will explore what kinds of extra documentation that you may want to consider to showcase your expertise beyond what's stated in your resume both because you are space limited, some application tracking systems only allow you to go back 10 to 15 years. 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 Career Forum meets every Tuesday, except holidays. For more information contact Sylvia Velez at www.svelez@somersetcountyymca.org or 1-908-630-3530. The meeting is at the Somerset Hills YMCA, 140 Mount Airy Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.
 
Wednesday, December 18th, from 9:30 am – 12:00 noon.  The Professional Service Group of Morris County (PSGMC) will host Matthew Goerke, who will give a presentation titled: The Memory Switch. Matthew will instruct people in the new advances in memory technology as well as help them gain insight into how these methods are in direct alignment with helping people achieve both business and personal goals. Mathew will discuss how to Remember Names and Faces, Presentations, To-do lists, Key client information and important details from books, meetings and conversations. He will also spend time discussing the benefits of a more powerful memory, such as:
·         Less stress
·         Higher sales
·         A boost in confidence
·         Better time management
·         Increased referrals and repeat business
You will be amazed. This will be one of the best meetings that you will attend all year. Everyone will walk away with several ideas on how a more powerful memory will help them be more effective and reduce stress. 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, December 18th, from 10:30 am – 12:00 noon.  The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Margaret Sweeney, who will give a presentation titled: Personal Brand/Networking/Time Management (Part Three). Margaret focuses on building a personal brand and networking in today’s environment, including a discussion on workplace generations and ageism. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
 
Wednesday, December 18th, from 1:30 - 3:00 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Teresa San Roman and Marzena ErmlerCareer Counselors at The WorkPlace, who will give a presentation titled: Job Search Planning and Tips for Mature Workers. Are you looking to re-enter the workforce after unemployment? This workshop provides an overview of practical tips to build your confidence, plan your job search, update your elevator pitch, adapt your resume and cover letters, prepare for effective interviews, and how to network when you are 50 plus. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
 
Wednesday, December 18th, from 6:00 - 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Kristina Leonardi, a career coach, and author, who will give a presentation titled: Stepping Stones for Success. What does it mean to be successful? How do you get there? With all the complexities of modern life, our changing economy and digital culture, the markers of success are constantly shifting, confusing  or just plain elusive.  Kristina will offer tools, tips, and insights that can help further you along the path to your own personal and professional fulfillment and finding your place in world, matter how you define success for yourself. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
 
Wednesday, December 18th, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm: GenY Networking Group will host: Speaker and 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.
 
Wednesday, December 18th from 7:30 - 9:15 pm. Job Seekers of Montclair will host their Annual Holiday Pot Luck Party.  Join us for a fun, free session to catch up with members and group leaders. Please feel free to bring your favorite holiday treat to share with others. 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.
 
Friday, December 19th, from 9:30 – 11:30 am: The Jenkintown Career Networking Group will host Lynne M. Williams, Executive Director of the Philadelphia Area Great Careers Group, who will give a presentation titled: Strategic Research – Based Approaches To LinkedInThis informative workshop will delve into a research-based philosophy and strategies to create a LinkedIn profile that is geared towards viewers with average attention spans of about 7 seconds. You will get insights into the role of cognitive neuroscience and how the evolution of the digital brain is central to what and how people skim online content. You will discover tips, tricks, and best practices to more strategically format your LinkedIn profile, optimize your use of keywords, and differentiate your personal brand. By attending this session, you will learn:
·         Where in your profile to effectively incorporate keywords, including those from new job descriptions
·         How to clearly brand yourself
·         How to develop your secret sauce to stand out
·         How to strategically format and streamline your profile
·         When, where, and why you need to engage in thought leadership
Please feel free to forward this invitation to anyone that you think would benefit from joining us. Or, better yet, just bring them with you. Questions: Call George Schonewolf, at 1-215- 264-9153 or e-mail george@careerdirectionspa.comPlease register at: https://www.meetup.com/Career-Networking-Group-in-Montgomery-County-Meetup/events/dwqfsqyzhbgc/. The meeting is at the William Jeanes Memorial Library, 4051 Joshua Road, Lafayette Hills, PA. 19444 
 
Thursday, December 19th, from 6:00 - 7:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Robert Hellmann, an Executive Career Coach and author of Advanced LinkedIn, who will give a presentation titled: Planning and Organizing Your 2020 Job Search CampaignRobert will show you how to take the guesswork out of the job search, so you will always know what to do next.  Learn how to diagnose, treat, and jump-start an ailing job search so that you begin seeing interviews and offers. The discussion includes how to:
·         Structure and prioritize your search across 2-5 “job-targets”
·         Use a job-search Marketing Plan to speed up your search
·         Position yourself in your resume, cover letters, and pitch so that you will get interviews and offers
·         Prioritize and optimize job-search channels, including search firms and networking
The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
 
Thursday, December 19th, from 7:00 - 9:00 pmEmmaus Work Connectors meeting. Do you want to be more effective in your work journey? Do you want to have a buddy to help each other on the journey? Would you like to work with a small team to make progress on the work journey? Emmaus Work Connectors is a different type of net-working group. Meetings are held in Morris County for people working and people looking for work. People work together on their work journey. It's about applying knowledge and taking action. Attendees form small groups to make progress on their work journey together. Attendees also find a buddy to help each other on the journey.
While working together, the attendees form strong bonds: the best type of networking. Meetings are held on the Third Thursday every month from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. For more information and to indicate your attendance, click on this link: https://forms.gle/yC5iAnMCHbQjr27Y7 or contact Henry Will at 1-973-664-7080. The meeting is at Hillside Church, 113 South Hillside Ave, Succasunna, NJ 07876.
 
Friday, December 20th, from 9:00 am - 12:00 noon:  The ChemPharma Association’s Philadelphia Chapter will host Dr. Laura Dowling, an ICF certified career management and educational coach, who will give a presentation titled: Integrating Emotional Intelligence into the Job Interview and Beyond. Emotional Intelligence (EI) in the workplace has become as important as “traditional” intelligence because it is critical for solving complex business problems that require teamwork. Effective leaders must have high EI to effectively inspire and motivate teams to improve performance. Savvy hiring managers look for candidates with high Emotional Intelligence. This session explains the key measures of EI and explains why demonstrating a high EI gives you a competitive advantage over other candidates. For executive candidates, high EI is an entry-level requirement. Join Dr. Laura Dowling for this INNER active session that provides practical guidance on how to effectively respond to EI interview questions. Participants will learn what EI is and why EI matters in the job search. Individuals will have an opportunity to measure their (Emotional Intelligence Quotient) EIQ and leave with a strategy for improving it. EI interview questions and responses will be addressed. The Philadelphia Chapter meets on the third Friday morning of each month. You do not need to be a ChemPharma member to attend. Register early at www.ChemPharma.org and please bring a colleague or friend. For additional information, contact Toni Wagner (ChemPharma® Philadelphia Chapter Chair) at twagner@frannet.com or 1-610-314-1781.  The meeting is at Right Management, 630 Freedom Business Center Drive # 400, King of Prussia, PA 19406
 
Friday, December 20th, from 9:45 am - 12:00 Noon: The Princeton Public Library and the Professional Service Group of Mercer County will co-host The Annual PSG Holiday BYO Party.  Join us for a fun, free session to catch up with members and group leaders. Please feel free to bring your favorite holiday treat to share with others. BYO is optional. Visit the PSG of Mercer County  website to learn about the numerous resources available therehttp://www.psgofmercercounty.org/. The meeting is at the Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542.
 
Friday, December 20th, from 10:30 am – 12:00 noon: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Kathy Fanning, who will give a presentation titled: How to Get Free Training and a Great Career in IT. Have you always had an interest in a career in Information Technology but did not know how to afford the training? If so, this session is for you. Kathy will discuss the career projections and growth potential in this highly desired filed. You will learn what employers are looking for in regards to skills and certifications like CompTIA A+ and CISCO CCNA. Also explore and apply for a free, intensive training program offered by the Borough of Manhattan Community College. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
 
Friday, December 20th, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Steven Davis, a career coach and recruiter, who will give a presentation titled: The Do's and Don'ts of Marketing Yourself on Your Resume and LinkedIn. Steven will share best practices for maximizing the impact of the information that you share on your resume versus the information in your LinkedIn profile. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
 
Friday, December 20th, from 3:30 - 5:30 pm. The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Amy Geffen, a Five O’clock Club certified career coach, who will give a presentation titled: There’s No Such Thing as the Perfect Resume. Everyone needs a resume. But is there a perfect resume? Amy discusses techniques and tactics to make your resume stand out, highlight your accomplishments, and get you the interview.  Topics include your job target, parts of the resume, how to write accomplishments, proper formatting, and key words. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
 
Saturday, December 21st, from 8:30 - 10:45 am: Special Careers in Transition (CIT) meeting. It is with great tidings that we celebrate our Careers In Transitions success stories during the holiday season. Hence, we want to extend an invitation to past “graduates” who found our Short Hills chapter of CIT helpful in finding gainful employment. This event will also include our continuing members. Our goal is to make the morning a networking event and holiday celebration (there will be goodies) whereby we can all share tidbits of help to get that great position in 2020... a great year for all of us. If you are coming, please RSVP at https://forms.gle/Qd4VXQAYMKnmWFyV9  so we will have adequate refreshments on hand. If you have a favorite treat, please bring it to share. Dress is business casual and we suggest that you bring a name tag. Visit Christ Church in Short Hills: Careers in Transition for additional information. Please use the parking lot across Highland Avenue from the Church, cross at the crosswalk enter the door with the CIT sign. Please note we will not meet in the Winston School up the hill, but in Parish Hall at Christ Church, 66 Highland Ave, Short Hills, NJ 07078
 
Saturday, December 21st, from 8:30 - 11:00 am: The Career Support Group at St. Gregory the Great will host: Holiday Potluck Networking Party. This month’s meeting will be a festive, open networking event celebrating all your successes, big and small. At our Potluck Networking we open our doors to all our members – past, present, and new. We ask that you consider bringing a snack or covered dish that can be shared during our meeting. Bring plenty of business cards and a friend. All are welcome. Come tell us what you have been up to and perhaps you can pay it forward. You might just be the inspiration to someone currently in a transition to step out of their comfort zone or try something new. 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 the 3rd Saturday of the month.  Additional information is available at: http://stgregorythegreatchurch.org/career-support. The meeting is at Saint Gregory the Great’ Church, in the Parish Center, O’Connor Hall, at 4680 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ 08690.
 
Friday, December 27th, from 3:30 - 5:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and Business Library will host Jim Arnoff, a Certified Life/Career/Business Coach, who will give a presentation titled: The Ultimate Confidence Building Workshop: Communicate with Conviction. Lack of confidence holding you back in your career? Feeling intimidated at networking events?  Whether you are just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, this interactive workshop by Jim Arnoff, offers the insider's techniques to embrace your strengths, share your career passions with enthusiasm and pitch yourself with confidence.  Learn coaching tools to let go of the doubts, fears and inner voices that hold you back from taking your career to the next level. Walk away with specific ways to express yourself with more clarity, connect with others more powerfully and communicate with conviction. The meeting is at the New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016.
 
Saturday, December 28th, from 9:30 am - 12:00 noon: Networkers Without Borders will host: William John Kane, Esq, NJLAP Director, who will give a presentation titled: Career Paths: Rarely a Straight Line. Traveling your personal career path combines many factors, which include:
·         Tools brought to the journey
·         Destinations  - real and imagined
·         Motivation, Determination and
·         Background, skills, experience
·         Crossroads and Roads Not Taken
·         People, Places and Things
·         Retrenching, packing new cargo
·         Resting, Reflecting
Please RSVP to networkersmtg@njlap.org by December 24th so that we have enough seating. For additional information call 1-800-246-5527. The meeting is at the New Jersey Law Center, One Constitution Square, New Brunswick, NJ 08901.
 
Additional Job Search Information
 
The New York Science, Industry and Business Library, located at 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016-4314, offers an extensive series of weekly programs pertaining to job search, training, and career advice. In addition, the library has numerous training classes on Microsoft Office, including: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Check it out; you will be glad that you did. Inquiries about programs may be made 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 upcoming classes.  In addition to these great in-person classes, the library also recorded some of the presentations and they are available 24/7 on-line at: http://www..nypl.org/node/90324.  Check them out; I am sure you will be pleasantly surprised by the amount of helpful information awaiting you.
 
Free Pro Bono Career Coaching.  Career Coaching is a PRO BONO / FREE service available to job seekers who wish to focus an existing job search strategy and/or gain insight on how to craft an effective self-marketing plan. Each session is comprised of a 50 minute meeting with a volunteer Job Coach at SIBL's Madison Avenue location.  To make an appointment for a PRO BONO / FREE coaching session, please visit:
 
 
Please provide your name, phone number, e-mail address, and specific goals. If you do not have an e-mail address, please input noemail@email.com when prompted. Once booked, an e-mail confirmation and follow-up reminder will be sent to the e-mail address provided. In addition, you may also receive a courtesy telephone call confirming your appointment.  If you have any questions, please contact the Job Search Central Manager at jscnypl@nypl.org or call 1-212-592-7006.
 
The Queens Library, New York City:  Every month, Queens Library’s Job & Business Academy (JBA) provides our customers with the technology training, small business help, and job-search assistance they need to succeed, all for free. Now, it is easier than ever to find out which classes are being offered. Just check the listings in our monthly brochures. These brochures provide detailed information on the many workshops and programs JBA offers at our community libraries in the areas of Job SearchTechnology and Computers, and Small Business and Entrepreneurship, including a short description of each course and the dates, times, and places it is being offered. To inquire about class registration or make an appointment, please call 1-718-990-8625 or email jobsearchhelp@queenslibrary.orgTo read more about our classes, download them here. For more information on the Job and Business Academy, please contact: Tara Lannen-Stanton, Assistant Director - Job and Business Academy at 1-718-990-5102 or tstanton@queenslibrary.org
 
The United Way of Northern New Jersey offers Free Career Coaching.  The program provides professionals with an opportunity to learn techniques for success in the workplace and shares local resources for job training.  Obtain help with topics such as:  Tools to brand yourself, Updating your resume and cover letter, Career networking tips, Techniques to ace your next interview, Strategies for resume distribution, Counseling on alternative career paths, Advice on dressing for success, and Help setting and achieving short and long-term career goals.  These one-on-one sessions are by appointment only. To make an appointment, email Durelle McPherson or call 1.973.993.1160, ext. 210.  The meetings are at United Way of Northern New Jersey, Suite 205, 60 South Fullerton Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042.
 
Westport Public Library, located at 20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT 06880 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. In addition, many of these informative presentations are recorded and the podcasts can be viewed 24/7, when time allows, at: http://www.westportlibrary.org/digital/podcasts/searchresults?podcast_terms=jobseekerThis is a time saving and cost effective way of seeing a great presentation, from the comfort and convenience of your home. Isn’t technology great!
 
Webinars Featuring Kathy Bernard, a public speaker, career coach, resume writer, and expert LinkedIn profile optimizer who has helped thousands land satisfying careers. Kathy is also the creator of WiserU.com, where you can find career and LinkedIn services and tips.  Check out Kathy’s numerous presentations, such as: How to Research and Impress Hiring Companies, Strong Online Identity, Pre-Employment Personality Tests, Negotiating Salary, LinkedIn Boot Camp, Use LinkedIn to Attract Employers, Networking Into A Job, Landing a Job After 40, Business Leads from LinkedIn, Outmaneuver Online Job Applications, How to SHOW and TELL You Are the Best, Mastering Online Job Applications, Mastering Interviews, Tips for Snagging Business on LinkedIn, Transform Your Resume, and Working With Recruiters.  To view Kathy’s presentations, Click Here for the Recording & Slides  Kathy does a great job with her presentations, I am sure that you will find them most helpful and very informative.
 
Microcasts Featuring Win Sheffield, a certified career coach, consisting of 71 assorted Power of You Microcasts.  These 5 minute microcasts answer various career questions, such as:
·         I have just been laid off and don’t know where to turn; what do I do
·         I am frustrated by my progress even though I am pursuing a variety of job options. What can I do to improve my results
·         Networking, I have very little idea who I should be meeting with or what to ask them. Can you help me get started
For the entire list of 71 five-minute Power of You microcasts, please click on the following link: www.winsheffield.com/podcasts.
 
Wednesdays, from 7:30 - 9:15 pm. Job Seekers of 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 group meets; various speakers deliver on topics such as: recognizing your accomplishments, resumes, and networking. For a schedule of upcoming presentations, click on their link at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/,
 
Fridays from 10:00 am until 12:00 Noon, Lehigh Valley Professionals (LVP) is a volunteer based networking and support organization for experienced professionals, and veterans who are in job transition. Those interested in membership are encouraged to attend the LVP meetings, scheduled each Friday at CareerLink, Lehigh Valley, 555 Union Boulevard, Allentown, PA. 18109.. For more information, please visit LVP’s website at: lvprofessionals.org.  
 
Special Computer Programming Practice Interview Offer.  If anyone wants to practice a computer programming interview, contact Bob Kerner.  Bob is offering to hold a session where he interviews people in a single day, just to give them practice. Bob does this for some folks in his graduate program who are already employed but seeking new positions.  The languages that Bob feels comfortable interviewing in are C++, Java, C# and Python. If interested, please contact Bob Kerner at 1-727-560-0408.