Right Your Resume 

June 10th

Learn when and why to use a Chronological or Functional resume. This workshop will put emphasis on the summary of qualifications, accomplishments, proper format and identifying transferable skills.

Registration is now open.

 

Marketing Plan: Your Best Guide for Job Search 

July 8th

The creation of a marketing plan provides focus for your job search. This workshop will take you on a guided tour of how to create a target list of companies using LinkedIn and other online tools.   

Registration is now open.

 

Bragging Rights

July 15th 

This workshop is about taking time to reflect on your own stories and how to share those stories with others. Its focus will enable you to be more comfortable with job search interactions, interviews and networking.   

Registration begins June 17th.

 

Job Search Management 

July 29th 

Develop a solid and diverse plan of attack for your job search. Learn how to proactively search for jobs and increase your productivity including a basic overview of LinkedIn.

Registration begins July 1st.

  

Negotiating Your Job Offer

August 5th

Determine what you can and cannot negotiate in a job offer, which elements to consider and ways to evaluate which elements are important to you.  

Registration begins July 8th.

 

Interviewing Beyond the Basics 

August 12th 

Be prepared for your next interview. Learn what to expect and how to best showcase your qualifications for a competitive edge.

Registration begins July 15th. 

 

Mock Interviews

August 19th

Practice interviewing with real people. This is a 100% interactive workshop to provide you with the opportunity to use your interviewing skills and practice telling your stories.

Registration begins July 22nd. 

 

 

Programs with Dr. Rita Carey, RCM Associates

Fridays, 9:30--11:30am

 

The 40+ Job Search: Debunking the Myths

July 19th

You cannot change your age but you can change negative beliefs about the more experienced candidate. This workshop will help job seekers get past the negative biases of age and experience.

Registration begins June 21st.

 

Interviewing at 40+: How to Counteract the Age/Overqualified Factor

July 26th

Avoid common mistakes made by the experienced job seeker. Prepare for salary negotiation and other age related questions.  

Registration begins June 28th.

 

40+ Job Search: Where Have All the Jobs Gone? Using Job Boards and LinkedIn

August 2nd 

Use your extensive experience to write a powerful LinkedIn Profile to be found by employers. Discover the best online job board for your field.

Registration begins July 5th.

 

40+ Job Search: What Worked Before Won't Work Today

August 9th 

Job seekers need to know how to conduct a job search that requires very different strategies. Learn how to use Social Media and develop a plan to "be found" by companies.  

Registration begins July 12th.

 

40+ and New Again: You've Got 90 Days to Shine 

August 16th

Learn how to successfully transition into a new job with new people and convince your employer that the right decision was made when hiring you.

Registration begins July 19th.

 

Taking Your Talents to Work: Is Freelancing For You?

August 23rd 

More and more jobs are temporary or contract. Explore the options that many are using to build a career and make a living by piecing it together.

Registration begins July 26th.

 

In Between Days

 

LinkedIn Basic -- Getting Started

Tuesday, June 11th,  3:00--4:30pm

Get started with LinkedIn, the social network for the working world. Learn how to create your own profile and send invitations to those you know. Learn the etiquette of using LinkedIn, how to manage your privacy, reach out to others and conduct research on companies. Presenter: Greg Taylor

Registration is now open. 

 

LinkedIn for Job Seekers

Thursday, June 13th,  9:30--11:00am

Participants will learn to search the Jobs database for opportunities, identify industries and companies of interest, how to attract the interest of hiring managers and grow your network purposefully.

Presenter: Greg Taylor

Registration is now open. 

 

Managing the Financial Aspects of Your Job Transition

Tuesday, June 20th,  3:00--4:30pm

This workshop will address many financial issues and concerns directly related to someone in job transition. It will cover creative ways to fund medical expenses, potential tax deductions for the job seeker, premature retirement plan distribution rules and ways to avoid penalty, the effects of the Affordable Healthcare Act  on your taxes, and what steps you should be taking to secure your finances during the job search.  

Presenter: Mike Chabalik

Registration begins May 23rd.

 

Networking, Referrals and Getting  a Yes

Monday, July 15th,  3:00--4:30pm

Learn how to cultivate skills of persuasion when calling potential referral sources or HR people. This workshop will also address ways to find names to call on, positive mindset and goal setting.

Presenter: Mike Chabalik

Registration begins June 17th.