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If any of these challenges sound familiar, then

We should talk!

  • Struggling to find direction, insight and clarity about yourself, interests, strengths
  • You have been out of work, and don’t feel like your search has gained any traction.
  • Lacking motivation and self-confidence for the search
  • Can’t find the words to articulate your “story” or your “elevator pitch” is pretty bland
  • Developing a network of contacts and confidence to reach out to them
  • Feeling discouraged and swallowed up in the Internet job search
  • Positioning yourself for the ideal job and differentiating yourself from the crowd?
  • Identifying & building on your strengths and minimizing your weaknesses?
  • Heard about creating a marketing plan but you don’t understand why you need it, or how to create it
  • Trying to figure out what to do next?
  • Creating a resume that excites you, and is going to lead to at least one       call back.
  • Have a profile on linkedin profile but don’t know what to do with it or how to use it to your advantage?

Do you have any more time to waste trying to figure this out on your own? Let me show you how to get to where you want to be, and if you don’t know where that is, we will find out. Get started!

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* Intro To Job Search
Intro To Job Search
Time: 10:00 am
Join Jack Chapman and Donna Sweidan to learn how to build your online visibility to help the right people find you!
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* Twitter For Your Job Search
Twitter For Your Job Search
Time: 11:00 am
Probably the most misunderstood tool, Twitter, is not what it appears to be, and deserves some attention from you if you are looking for a new job. If you need to build some “G-cred”, ie expand your digital footprint, then its time you explored what Twitter has to offer. You might be surprised that its you that will benefit in the end. If you’re already familiar with Twitter, this workshop will give you introductory working-knowledge of how to use Twitter in your job search.
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* LinkedIn Introduction
LinkedIn Introduction
Time: 11:00 am
90 minute Training + 30 Minute Q & A Investment: $69 TO BE COVERED: What should be on your Linkedin Checklist. Developing your online identity including profile, resume, testimonials, expertise. How to use Linkedin as a database to find new networking contacts. How to find the next company you will work for. How to Introduce yourself to a new contact What to do with Linkedin once you have built your network.
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* The Art of Networking Group
The Art of Networking Group
Time: 6:00 pm
With the guidance of an experienced Career Coach, meet other local people who are currently unemployed, or looking to re-enter the job market, have been laid off, to exchange feedback on resumes, cover letters, interviews, and contact information. Give advice, network, and offer support.
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* 5 Part Webinar Series Begins
5 Part Webinar Series Begins
Time: 12:00 pm
1. Thursday, February 18th, 2010: Judi Perkins - 4 Ways to Jumpstart Your Job Search 2.Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010: Donna Sweidan - Optimizing Your Online Presence 3. Thursday, February 25th, 2010: Debra Wheatman - Building An Effective Resume 4. Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010: Jeff LeFevre - Understanding Recruiters for Effective Working Relationships 5. Thursday, March 4th, 2010: Melanie Szlucha - A Better Way to Prepare for Job Interviews
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* Linkedin Advanced
Linkedin Advanced
Time: 11:00 am
Beyond the Basics! 1 hour intensive instruction, and 30 minutes of Q & A.

* NYU Alumni Panel Event
NYU Alumni Panel Event
Time: 6:00 pm
POWERFUL INTERVIEWING FOR DIFFERENT INDUSTRIES. Barbara Frankel – Banking & Finance Judith Gerberg – Healthcare Sean Harvey – Nonprofit/Government Donna Sweidan – Media.
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* LinkedIn At Baruch College
LinkedIn At Baruch College
Time: 6:00 pm
HOW TO USE LINKEDIN AND MAKE IT WORK FOR YOU Linked in is one of the most important job tools of our new economy. If you are registered with LinkedIn but don’t know where to start or how to use it to enhance your job search or career management efforts, this seminar is for you. RSVP : Jennifer.rodgers@baruch.cuny.edu
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