Friday, July 31, 2020
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Monday, July 27, 2020
Adventures in Staffing, Part 19.
Adventures in Staffing, Part 19.
Each year, I try to find at least two or three dates to present workshops to job seeker support and/or networking groups to help those in my region with the process of re-entering the workforce or finding ways to improve their employment status. This has been part of my routine for at least the past seventeen years and I look forward to each meeting.
With the Coronavirus outbreak, new doors have opened for these presentations as virtual meetings have become commonplace. I just spent a few months talking about the need to redirect and focus your search during a pandemic. I am trying to select a new topic to create a presentation around and would love your input! Please feel free to comment about topics of interest.
Finally, are you the organizer of a networking group, Career Services Rep/Director of a trade school or college, or someone else who runs programs for job seekers? I can Zoom to you anywhere and everywhere. Please send me a note if I can help your group! Paul Cecala, Certified Career Coach Wendy (Schwab) Schnall Jennifer Giudice Elizabeth (Libby) Huegel, MS, CSM, CSPO Sheri D. Leach Susan English John R. Fugazzie MBA Leanne Applin, MHRM, CPRW Jan Goodman Aaron Meyer Maurice Salth Gabrielle Clissold Carmen Anello
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Virtual Networking Event
Are you unemployed, underemployed or seeking a career change?
Are you looking for a lifestyle change
or a better balance between work and family?
You are invited to attend our free
JOB SEEKERS SUCCESS GROUP
A group for active job seekers that focuses on strategies and issues
affecting your job search
“Interviewing in the COVID Era”
Presenter: John Hadley
Career Search Counselor, JHA Careers
Date: Wednesday August 5, 2020
Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m.
This program will be conducted via Zoom
Please contact JFS at 908-725-7799 X108
or eprezant@JewishFamilySvc.org to pre-register and to receive the Zoom invitation
Jewish Family Service of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties is a not-for-profit,
non-sectarian social service agency whose purpose is to preserve and strengthen
the quality of individual, family and community life based on Jewish values.
Funding for this program provided by a grant from
The Arnold A. Schwartz Foundation and Magyar Bank
Are you looking for a lifestyle change
or a better balance between work and family?
You are invited to attend our free
JOB SEEKERS SUCCESS GROUP
A group for active job seekers that focuses on strategies and issues
affecting your job search
“Interviewing in the COVID Era”
Presenter: John Hadley
Career Search Counselor, JHA Careers
Date: Wednesday August 5, 2020
Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m.
This program will be conducted via Zoom
Please contact JFS at 908-725-7799 X108
or eprezant@JewishFamilySvc.org to pre-register and to receive the Zoom invitation
Jewish Family Service of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties is a not-for-profit,
non-sectarian social service agency whose purpose is to preserve and strengthen
the quality of individual, family and community life based on Jewish values.
Funding for this program provided by a grant from
The Arnold A. Schwartz Foundation and Magyar Bank
Friday, July 17, 2020
Adventures in Staffing, Part 18.
2020 will certainly go down in the history books one of the most bizarre years ever. Somehow, I imagine a chapter with many subtitles spanning about 40 pages. One subtitle will likely be something like 'Adapting to the New Pandemic Inspired Workplace.' Predicting what that will look like is still rather foggy to me right now. Were I pressed for an answer, I would see a reluctance by many industries to adapt to remote employees because of the nature of their businesses. I would also predict that large companies will find innovative ways to safeguard their workers by modifying office layouts. Company sponsored lunches and breakfast meetings will likely disappear or go through dramatic changes. The dilemma many parents will face if children can only attend school part time will not be an easy one to resolve. Even if they can perform their jobs from home, will they be able to balance this with serving as part-time teachers at the same time? How will retail stores cater to their customers while at the same time addressing social distancing? This is just a short list of items I am sure will be dealt with by companies and staffing firms in the coming months (years) to follow.
Monday, July 6, 2020
For Pandemic Hiring Needs
NJ Transit resumed it's full weekday schedule today which is a sign that the NJ/NY metropolitan area is attempting to establish a level of normalcy. I am sure that many hiring managers are discovering that new methods of doing business will be necessary requiring the need to hire both temporary and permanent staff to function in today's environment. As a recruiter who has weathered numerous storms over the past 30+ years, feel free to reach out. We can chat and see if there is a way to assist you in brainstorming and eventually identifying the people needed to get things moving. Email to harold@smartstaff.jobs or call 908-508-0300, ext. 104 or reply to this post. Please stay safe.
Networking Opportunities
Virtual Networking Meetings 7/5/2020
Members of the Tri State Transition Community:
Feel free to share this Networking Meetings email with anyone or any group that can benefit from the information. If your group’s updates are not included in this email, please have one of the organizers reach out to me and add me to their distribution list for your upcoming events.
Event information received by midnight on Saturday will be included in the upcoming week's email.. Upcoming meetings for 4 weeks will be included in the email.
Announcements should include: date, time, group name /host, speaker, topic, registration information, and a short description. I will shorten descriptions if they are too long. Please specify if there are any fees or special registration requirements.
Best regards,
Adrienne Roman
Recurring Meetings
Sundays from 9:00 – 9:30 am: George Pace, an IT Technology Leader, in Partnership with TBCNJ, host a weekly LIVE Webinar every Sunday to discuss:
• The latest Federal / State news as it relates to the Job Market
• Updates related to Unemployment
• Discuss proactive job search activities
To access the webinar, visit:www.facebook.com/
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition (#NNJ_PIT) is proud to announce it is hosting Zoom meetings led by longtime group facilitator and career coach, Tony Calabrese, of AbsoluteTransitions, LLC. These will be held on alternating Tuesdays from 10am-12pm. Be sure to check our webpage for the most up-to-date info, including webinar descriptions, at: bit.ly/NNJ_PIT4. Login instructions will be provided 24-36 hours prior to each session. Registration closes at 8am the morning of each webinar. If you have any questions, email tony@absolutetransitions.com.
1st and 3rd Thursday of the month The Northwest New Jersey Career Club (NWNJCC) led by Nancy Mackowiak, will conduct an ONLINE ZOOM Meeting regarding current job search issues and challenges. This group previously met at the Mount Olive Public Library. To join the meeting, join the Facebook group 'Northwest New Jersey Career Club' and a Zoom invitation will be sent to you, a day before the meeting.
Every Thursday at 1:30pm, join The New Start Career Network (NSCN) for an hour of open discussion and support with Michele Martin, Marc Strano, and Maria Heidkamp. The agenda is based on your needs and questions. To learn more, visit the NSCN website at https://www.
Every other Wednesday from 6:00-7:30pm The Resilience Circle has provided an opportunity for people to share their frustrations and anxieties about job loss and subsequent job search with their peers. We will introduce tools and techniques from wisdom teachers that will provide job seekers with alternative ways to work through their transition period and consciously change their mindset.
The group will meet every other Wednesday from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Each meeting will be 60 to 90 minutes and will take place online using Zoom video conferencing.
Expectations
We ask the following of each member: Commit to being willing and open to explore and take action from the wisdom thought leaders and various self-care activities, and actively participate in all group discussions and study topics that are presented.
2020 Virtual Transition Support Meetings
Monday, July 6, 2020, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Join the Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey's virtual meeting, with Dale Favia, 'Storytelling that will drive results'. Zoom Connection Info: tbd
Monday, July 6, 2020 6:00-7:30PM - Bergen Career Networking Community
Important Notice: If you plan on joining the meeting, please register and complete steps below, prior to 7/6/20 (7AM) to secure your participant spot and get your meeting details.
Download the Zoom App for your cellphone or computer. Information at https://zoom.us/join
Learn about how Zoom works: https://lnkd.in/ePbf6Qw (It includes a one-minute 'warmup' video, and a link to join a test meeting.
Employed or seeking career opportunities; become involved in a dynamic professional networking community, essential in today's economy for career development and professional success. Build relationships; expand your career and network by interacting with valuable and trusted contacts, sharing ideas, best practices, insights and perspectives in the marketplace.
A FREE, informal and relaxing evening socializing with a community of professionals in various disciplines and industries. Register at: https://lnkd.in/gtKPWen (If you REGISTER we will notify you with meeting details.)
**You MUST BE registered and provide your full name when joining the meeting**
Contact: Alicja Lisnow (SIG Chair): a_lisnow@yahoo.com
Tuesday, July 7, 2020, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Montclair Public Library presents: ReferenceUSA Job Search Training. For more information, click: https://montclairlibrary.
Tuesday, July 7, 2020, 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm The Tuesday evening NJ JobSeekers group, normally at Trinity Church in Princeton, is moving online for the duration.
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (408) 650-3123
Access Code: 817-749-229
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:
Wednesday, July 7, 2020, 7:15 pm - 9:30 pm Hillsdale Career Networking Group, ' Ace The Interview' with guest speaker Linda Trignano, who will deliver a first-hand perspective on how to improve your interviews. You won't want to miss it!
Wednesday, July 8, 2020, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 'Ask The Experts: Secrets to Landing'. Join John Hadley and Marty Latman Wednesday, July 8 at 7PM for a 1 hour webinar. For complete details and to register, visit: http://www..jhacareers.com/
Thursday, July 9th, 2020, 10:00-11:30pm, JVS host Ellen Robertson for a job seekers workshop 'Tools to cultivate Grit and Resilience'. For info contact Meryl Kranner 862-704-2233.
Thursday, July 9th, 2020, 6:30-8:30pm, NJSENG and FENG will host Hanan Isaacs, who will present 'A Legal and HR Look at the Covid-19 Market on Jobs, Safety, and Income Security'. Please register for this very information meeting by emailing me at MartyLatman@gmail.com with a subject line 'Joint NJSENG – FENG Reserve seat'.
Thursday, July 9th, 2020, 7:00-8:00pm, NSENG will host John Kennedy 'How to train your brain to perform better during job interviews'. Click HERE to view details and/or register for this webinar.
Saturday, July 11th, from 8:00 am - 10:00 am: The Breakfast Club NJ Presents: 'How not to suck at Networking' presented by Ashley Owens (virtual meeting). Details for meeting sign on are located at: www.thebreakfastclubnj.com Join us on Meetup.com at: http://www.meetup.com/The-
For sign on details. go to www.thebreakfastclubnj.com
Monday, July 13th, 2020, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Join the Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey's virtual meeting, with Kenneth Lang 'Using Linkedin Now'.
Zoom Connection Info: tbd
Tuesday, July 14, 2020 5:30-8:30 pm Northern Professionals Meeting will have a gotomeeting 'LinkedIn Teardown'. Phone 203-270-0051.8:30 PM ET
Thursday, July 16, 2020, 9:30-11:00 am, The Northwest New Jersey Career Club (NWNJCC) led by Nancy M. will conduct an ONLINE Google Meet Meeting regarding current job search issues and challenges. This group previously met at the Budd Lake Public Library. To join the meeting, join the Facebook group ' New Jersey Career Club' and a Zoom invitation will be sent to you, a day before the meeting.
Saturday, July 18th, 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 school where we meet has new security requirements. After introductions begin at 8:30, the doors close and no one will be admitted, so please be punctual. Sorry, the meeting room is not handicapped accessible. The meeting is in the Winston School Gym at Christ Church, 30 East Lane, Short Hills, NJ 07078.
Monday, July 20th, 2020, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Join the Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey's virtual meeting, with Dr. Colleen Georges, 'Effective goal setting and achievement in each area of our lives'.
Zoom Connection Info: tbd
Monday, July 20th, 2020, 6:00 - 8:00 pm WNO host presenter Alex Freund, 'Penetrating the Hidden Job Market'. This will be a virtual (on-line) meeting. Log-in information for the meeting will be sent to the registrants on the afternoon of the meeting. Register via evenbrite.
Thursday, July 23, 2020, 7:00 pm, Emmaus Work Connectors (EWC) is a 'Net-Working' Group. We join together to help each other work on our work journey together. Working together created strong networking bonds. We take the things we've learned from material and presentations at other groups and apply them together. We have a monthly meeting open to all. Participants can also join a small team to meet weekly. We also encourage members to join with a work buddy to meet every day or two during the week.
RSVP at this link (so we can send reminders and let you know of any changes): https://forms.gle/
2020-03-07 IMPORTANT NOTICE: EMMAUS WORK CONNECTORS WILL NOT BE MEETING FACE-TO-FACE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS. INSTEAD, THE MEETING WILL BE HELD ONLINE.
Join the online meeting: TBD Henry Will IV, PMP www.linkedin.com/in/henrywill4
Monday, July 27th, 2020, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Join the Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey's virtual meeting, with Paul Cecala, 'Components of the Background Check'.
Zoom Connection Info: tbd
Tuesday, July 28th, 2020, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Join the NJ Statewide Virtual Job Fair.
Login from your laptop, desktop or electronic device. As a Full Service Recruitment option, Career Showcase is ready to connect job seekers and employers via a Virtual Hiring Platform. Virtual Job Fairs have proven to be a safe option for you to interview LIVE with HR Recruiters & Hiring Managers. Our Statewide NJ Virtual Job Fair will host MANY employers that will be recruiting LIVE via our virtual platform.You can login to this event from the safety of your home and interview live with many companies during this event.
Register free for the Virtual Job Fair by clicking on this link
If you are a Hiring Manager, Business Owner or HR Recruiter, call our team today at 732-424-2532 or email brad@careershowcase.com to learn more about our JULY 28th New Jersey Statewide Virtual Job Fair.
Pre-Recorded Podcasts
The New York Science, Industry and Business Library, located at 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016. The library also recorded some of the presentations and they are available 24/7 on-line at: http://www.nypl.org/node/90324
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.
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.
Teleconference featuring Abby Kohut, President of Staffing Symphony, and author of Absolutely Abby’s 101 Job Search Secrets, give a teleconference call titled: 'Keeping Your Career on Track During the COVID-19 Pandemic'. The replay can be accessed at: https://careerwakeupcalls.com/
In addition to listening to this replay, send an email to Abby at join@absolutelyabby.com. This will add you to the invite list for the next call and the resource guide from this call.
Zoom: If you want to learn how to use Zoom, copy this link: https://www.linkedin.com/
PSG of Mercer County website has now grown to 35 eLearning sites. Many are free, but not all. Check out some of these eLearning sites at:
Thursday, July 2, 2020
Networking Opportunity
Jewish Family Service of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties is offering a Job Seekers Success Group for active job seekers who are unemployed, underemployed or seeking a career change. The next group will be held on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. This meeting will be held by a virtual format via Zoom.
The topic for this session is “Interviewing in the COVID Era” presented by John Hadley, Career Search Counselor, JHA Careers. Turning interviews into offers can be a challenge in the best of times. Now we have COVID-19 upending companies and their normal processes, and converting almost all interviews from face-to-face to virtual. How do you navigate this new landscape? Join us as John Hadley (www.JHACareers.com) explores what’s the same, what’s different, and how to make the most of virtual interviews in the COVID-19 era.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom invitation and to be admitted to the group. To register or for information about Career Counseling Services, please contact Elise Prezant at 908-725-7799 X108 or eprezant@JewishFamilySvc.org.
The topic for this session is “Interviewing in the COVID Era” presented by John Hadley, Career Search Counselor, JHA Careers. Turning interviews into offers can be a challenge in the best of times. Now we have COVID-19 upending companies and their normal processes, and converting almost all interviews from face-to-face to virtual. How do you navigate this new landscape? Join us as John Hadley (www.JHACareers.com) explores what’s the same, what’s different, and how to make the most of virtual interviews in the COVID-19 era.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom invitation and to be admitted to the group. To register or for information about Career Counseling Services, please contact Elise Prezant at 908-725-7799 X108 or eprezant@JewishFamilySvc.org.
Adventures in Staffing, Part 17
Last evening, while presenting a virtual workshop to the Job Seekers Success Group of the Jewish Federation of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties, a thunderstorm knocked out my internet as I was discussing what to do if you get disconnected during a virtual interview! In this case, I was able to quickly rejoin via my phone until Comcast was rebooted. Always have a backup plan!
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
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Thanks to social media, there are millions of experts pontificating daily on politics, civil rights, the current pandemic, the economy, and, in case I forgot to mention, politics. Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and, most recently, Tik Tok have become incredibly strong influences on our society. In the past, you could keep your viewpoints well hidden when interviewing for a new opportunity. That is no longer the case. You should get hired simply because you are the best fit for a job. Unfortunately, hiring managers are becoming very adept at digging around the web and you might just lose an opportunity because of your online conduct. The old addage, 'think before you talk', should be modified to 'think before you post'!
Patty Kremen, Barbara Sunberg, Esq. Elise Prezant Sheri D. Leach Susan English Jennifer Giudice Wendy (Schwab) Schnall John R. Fugazzie MBA Leeanne Galayda Irene Moulketis