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Scottsdale Job Network Meeting
Interviewing Skills – Part 1:
A realistic view of interviews.
Join us on Tuesday April 1, 2008 as we roll out the fifth session of the SJN CURRICULUM on the Job Search Process.
Join us when Jim O’Hara, founding partners and principal officers of Kellen James and member of the SJN Curriculum Development Committee, delivers a presentation that will take you through the steps of the interviewing process!
Jim O’Hara will address common misunderstandings about interviews de-mystifying the interview process and calming your concerns. Jim will explain the types of interviews you may face and help you prepare to answer questions the interviewer will ask.
Jim O’Hara is one of the founding partners and principal officers of Kellen James http://www.kellenjames.com/ and is responsible for the strategic direction of the firm and the management of significant consulting assignments. Recognized as an authority on sales and marketing management, Jim has held executive level assignments for both national and international firms encompassing a twenty-five year corporate career. Jim earned his undergraduate degree from the The Citadel and his MBA from Pepperdine University. He has been involved in reengineering, restructuring and merging several national sales organizations and has been recognized for his leadership and professionalism.
What does it cost to participate?
We do not require membership dues or meeting fees to allow everyone who is in job transition to be able to participate. Since our program is unfunded, we suggest that participants make a voluntary donation of $5 per meeting. When we have an all-day workshop, we do need to pass the costs along to participants.
Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday mornings:
9-9:30 Networking, resume reviews, contact with recruiters
9:30 Welcome, announcements, introductions
10:00 Speaker begins
11:15 Speaker ends, feedback collected
Networking continues until 11:30
We meet at and use space provided by Temple Chai, 4645 East Marilyn Road, Phoenix, AZ 85032-4839. Temple Chai is located just east of the Piestawa Freeway (Route 51) and South & West of the loop 101 (PIMA FREEWAY SECTION). Marilyn Road is on the west side of Tatum Blvd. between Thunderbird and Greenway Roads
Email: | Scottsdale Job Network | Voice Mail: Phone: (480) 513-1491
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Scottsdale Job Network Workshop
Exploring Your Passion–and Putting it to Work
Passions Workshop
SJN will be offering a special workshop for job seekers, Exploring Your Passion–and Putting it to Work, on Tues, April 29 at Temple Chai. The program runs from 9 AM-4 PM and has a limited enrollment of 30 participants.
“Passions,” as we often refer to it, was created and has been presented to job seekers for several years by SJN Board Member and Facilitator, Maria Wojtczak. Read about the focus of the workshop:
Job seekers often limit themselves to what they “have always done” because it was the career that defined them for many years. They tend to lose sight of their many gifts, interests, strengths, and wealth of skills they developed through their life experience. This workshop utilizes proven tools to help individuals identify their strengths, talents and preferences – what they’re basically good at and really enjoy doing! and can prove to be useful in opening up job search options.
Because of the need to purchase booklets, binders and printed materials, this workshop has a fee of $25.
For now, the need is for admin support to:
set up a system for taking reservations and payments (We are looking into the internet tools to take reservations and payments via PayPal.)
respond to inquiries about the program
help Maria set up the room on the day of the event (Putting out books, props, materials, flyers–NOT setting up the tables)
Upcoming Programs from the SJN Curriculum:
Interviewing Skills, Part I
April 1, 2008 – Facilitator: Jim O’Hara
Interviewing Skills, Part II
April 15, 2008 – Facilitator: Jim O’Hara
Managing the Offer
May 6, 2008 – Facilitator: TBA
What does it cost to participate?
We do not require membership dues or meeting fees to allow everyone who is in job transition to be able to participate. Since our program is unfunded, we suggest that participants make a voluntary donation of $5 per meeting. When we have an all-day workshop, we do need to pass the costs along to participants.
Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday mornings:
9-9:30 Networking, resume reviews, contact with recruiters
9:30 Welcome, announcements, introductions
10:00 Speaker begins
11:15 Speaker ends, feedback collected
Networking continues until 11:30
We meet at and use space provided by Temple Chai, 4645 East Marilyn Road, Phoenix, AZ 85032-4839. Temple Chai is located just east of the Piestawa Freeway (Route 51) and South & West of the loop 101 (PIMA FREEWAY SECTION). Marilyn Road is on the west side of Tatum Blvd. between Thunderbird and Greenway Roads
Scottsdale Job Network (SJN) is a non-profit community group of business leaders and volunteers. We are not a job placement forum, and we do not match candidates to openings nor do we send resumes to employers or recruiters. There is no guarantee of employment either directly through this group or as a result of association with SJN. We do, however, provide education in the job search process and all attendees have the opportunity to meet and work with people who offer support and guidance during employment transition.
The value of SJN lies in the skills, business networks and personal passions of our members. Membership is open to everyone willing to share their skills and anyone interested in local networking or in need of employment transition support.
Email: | Finding your Passion | Voice Mail: Phone: (480) 513-1491
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Scottsdale Job Network Meeting
SJN MEETING: TUES, March 18, 2008
Time: 9:00 am – 11:30 am
Repeats: This event repeats every month on the third Tuesday.
Location: Temple Chai
645 East Marilyn Road Phoenix,AZ
Notes: Scottsdale Job Network (SJN) is a non-profit community group of business leaders and volunteers who provide education in the job search process. SJN is open to job seekers in the metro Phoenix area.
Attendees have the opportunity to meet and work with people who offer support and guidance during employment transition. Meetings are held on the first and third TUESDAY mornings, from 9:00-11:30 AM.
More info at: http://www.scottsdalejobnet.com/
CREATING LEADS and NETWORKING:
-What does “AIR” have to do with it?
Join us on Tuesday March 18, 2008 as we roll out the fourth session of the SJN CURRICULUM on the Job Search Process.
“I called a friend of mine, John, and asked him if there was an opening at his company. He said he wasn’t sure, but didn’t think so. I also called three other friends and told them I was looking for work. I asked them that if they heard of anyone who was hiring, would they please let me know.” I spent the whole morning on the phone networking.” Sound familiar? Most people know what networking is-and don’t do it OR some think they are networking, but aren’t doing it correctly. Did you know that 75-80% of jobs are attained through networking? Believe it or not-it is true!
Join us when Martha Rockwell, career coach and member of the SJN Curriculum Development Committee, delivers a presentation that will take you through the steps of the networking process! It is not as difficult as you might think. The best part about networking is that it gives you more control of your job search. Learning to network correctly will change your attitude toward this very important area of the job search process. Martha will give you a way to put some “AIR” into your search- come and find out how!
Having graduated from Arizona State University, Martha’s background includes career advisement, education, and sales. Certified by the PARWCC (Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches) and licensed by the State of Arizona as a career coach, she is owner of A+ Resumes & Career Coaching.
Upcoming Programs from the SJN Curriculum:
Interviewing Skills, Part I
April 1, 2008 – Facilitator: Jim O’Hara
Interviewing Skills, Part II
April 15, 2008 – Facilitator: Jim O’Hara
Managing the Offer
May 6, 2008 – Facilitator: TBA
What does it cost to participate?
We do not require membership dues or meeting fees to allow everyone who is in job transition to be able to participate. Since our program is unfunded, we suggest that participants make a voluntary donation of $5 per meeting. When we have an all-day workshop, we do need to pass the costs along to participants.
Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday mornings:
9-9:30 Networking, resume reviews, contact with recruiters
9:30 Welcome, announcements, introductions
10:00 Speaker begins
11:15 Speaker ends, feedback collected
Networking continues until 11:30
We meet at and use space provided by Temple Chai, 4645 East Marilyn Road, Phoenix, AZ 85032-4839. Temple Chai is located just east of the Piestawa Freeway (Route 51) and South & West of the loop 101 (PIMA FREEWAY SECTION). Marilyn Road is on the west side of Tatum Blvd. between Thunderbird and Greenway Roads
Scottsdale Job Network (SJN) is a non-profit community group of business leaders and volunteers. We are not a job placement forum, and we do not match candidates to openings nor do we send resumes to employers or recruiters. There is no guarantee of employment either directly through this group or as a result of association with SJN. We do, however, provide education in the job search process and all attendees have the opportunity to meet and work with people who offer support and guidance during employment transition.
The value of SJN lies in the skills, business networks and personal passions of our members. Membership is open to everyone willing to share their skills and anyone interested in local networking or in need of employment transition support.
Email: | Scottsdale Jobs | Voice Mail: Phone: (480) 513-1491
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