Job Search Groups
Clubs, Networking and Support
The Role of Job Clubs in a Job Search on AOL Finance
by JOHN FUGAZZIE published Feb 28th 2014
by JOHN FUGAZZIE published Feb 28th 2014
Career Advancement Coaching
1 hour one-on-one with John R Fugazzie
Founder of Neighbors-helping-Neighbors
The Neighbors-helping-Neighbors (NhN) has now changed its operating model from virtual meetings, face to face meeting to a one-on-one mentor/coach model. Our leaders and others who volunteer and are vetted by founder will offer one on one sessions with our membership information and a large amounts of resources for NhNUSA may be found at www.nhnusa.org. There is both a registration for members needing help, along with a registration for applying to be a coach/mentor. Please feel free to use the free career resources on this site and join their Linked-In group.
Neighbors-helping Neighbors USA ) www.nhnusa.org) founded on January 27,2011, is supported by an award winning web portal site, LinkedIn group, https://www.linkedin.com/groups/3892534/ Facebook group and a large network of members and volunteer leaders built over the past 13 years. John R. Fugazzie is one of the country's leading jobs advocate and advisers on solving America's unemployment crisis. He founded and serves as president of Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA, (www.nhnusa.org) a free, volunteer-led job search and networking support group that is responsible for helping members finding gainful employment for 1500+ unemployed and underemployed individuals in a little over three years, making it the most rapidly successful job search group.
John is a tireless force who cares more about people than percentages. His daily efforts help solve the unemployment crisis, one American at a time, while his intelligence and experience have earned him valuable insights that are helping shape future employment policies on state and federal levels. John and Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA have received coverage from the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, CNN, MSNBC, Business Insider, Al Jazeera, Fox Business, CBS News, and USA Today. He has created The Institute of Career Education Employment and Career Development. Irene is a leader member of NhNUSA and has worked with Gerald to create a series of Guides of lists/memos of various job search resources for your free use. Irene is currently under an active job search so any leads would be appreciated click on her LI profile and connect with her on LI click here
TABLE OF CONTENTS
RESOURCE MEMO 1
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RESOURCE 3A
RESOURCE MEMO 3B
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
RESOURCE MEMO 1
RESOURCE MEMO 2
RESOURCE 3A
RESOURCE MEMO 3B
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1. People who Post Job Leads Page 1 2. Veterans Job Support Groups Pages 1 – 8
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Gerard has been a volunteer leaders for years connecting job search groups across the country with our members and job seekers from around the country to NhNUSA. He also puts in significant time posting job opportunities in our LinkedIn Group visit the group to see these positions: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/3892534/
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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
are un/underemployed, in/considering a career transition. Sessions are facilitated primarily by longtime group facilitator and Career Coach, Tony Calabrese, of Absolute Transitions, LLC, or an esteemed guest presenter. Login info will be emailed the day
Alternate Tuesdays, 10 am - Career Conversations with Tony are free webinars for those who are un/underemployed, in/considering a career transition. Sessions are facilitated primarily by longtime group facilitator and Career Coach, Tony Calabrese, of Absolute Transitions, LLC, or an esteemed guest presenter. Login info will be emailed the day prior to the webinar, but registration officially closes at 8am the morning of each webinar. All are welcome. Q & A will follow. Be sure to check our webpage for: dates, topics, presenters, webinar descriptions, and the registration link at: bit.ly/careerconversationswithtony2024. To receive an invite to join our listserv for occasional announcements and reminders, volunteer or recommend a thought-leader or topic, or if you have any questions, please email Tony at: tony@absolutetransitions.com.
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The Neighbors-helping-Neighbors (NhN) has now changed its operating model from virtual meetings, face to face meeting to a one-on-one mentor/coach model. Our leaders and others who volunteer and are vetted by founder will offer one on one sessions with our membership information and a large amounts of resources for NhNUSA may be found at www.nhnusa.org. There is both a registration for members needing help, along with a registration for applying to be a coach/mentor. Please feel free to use the free career resources on this site and join their Linked-In group.
Neighbors-helping Neighbors USA ) www.nhnusa.org) founded on January 27,2011, is supported by an award winning web portal site,
LinkedIn group, https://www.linkedin.com/groups/3892534/ Facebook group and a large network of members and volunteer leaders built over the past 12 years.
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Join William Paterson University Alumni Association virtually on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom for an informative and strategic approach to landing the job you want. We are pleased to launch a series of career workshops to help support you in your career search. Whether you’re in a current job search, considering a career transition or looking to take your career to the next level, these sessions are for you! Over the next 5 months, you’ll have an opportunity to learn the key elements of a job search strategy and a step-by-step approach to landing the job you want. We’ll take the guesswork out of the job search, so you will always know what to do next.
Every Wednesday at 9:30, psgmc (Professional Services Group Morris County) presents a virtual meeting. They provide relevant speakers to help with your job search, as well as provide a forum to networks. If you would like to attend our meetings please email Dale at dfavia@optonline.net for Zoom Meeting ID and Password.
Wednesdays - Job Seekers of Montclair is a free, job search training and support group open to all. We have professional speakers on a variety of job search topics including recognizing your accomplishments, developing your resume, networking, interview preparation, and dealing with road blocks.
Job Seekers of Montclair meets every Wednesday in person and on Zoom at 7:30 pm. All meetings are free and open to the public.
Information about the upcoming meeting can be found on our website.
While you are there, you can join our low volume e-mail list where we send announcements of upcoming meetings or helpful information. Just click on Subscribe on the home page.
You may also link to an Internet-friendly version of our schedule from our website.
There is no meeting of Job Seekers this week. The next meeting is in person (with additional Zoom access) on January 3. Join Dr. Mark Arnowitz, adjunct professor at Caldwell University and counselor for life changing events, who will conduct a workshop on Coping with Change.
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.
Free Computer Classes at Neptune Public Library. Registration required:
Thursday, June 29 5:30p-7:30p [PowerPoint]
The basics class is discontinued and being done on an individual basis through diagnostic testing modules.
To register, contact:
Laura Myers
Neptune Public Library
732.775.8241
The Professional Service Group (PSG) of Mercer County is a community program providing enrichment seminars for professionals in transition who are seeking new employment opportunities or exploring new career paths. PSG of Mercer County meets each Friday morning at 10:00am. Meetings are always free, open to all, and do NOT require you to register in advance. Please check the PSG of Mercer County website
Event Calendar for upcoming programs: https://www.psgofmercercounty.org/p/event-calendar.html.
Careers in Transition meets virtually the first and third Saturday of each month at 8:30 AM EST except for July 6, 2024. Each meeting offers: (1) various speakers and topics related to job search and career development (2) Resume Review.
Read more about us: https://www.christchurchshorthills.org/careers-in-transition/
To ensure the security of our virtual meetings, invitations will be emailed directly only to members who register for the meeting. Registration will be open until 5PM EST Friday before each meeting.
Link to sign up: : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3muBCmK-py-OMQH9RI8ne-TTlng6uwhJBHy-qtFCxGM0PgA/viewform
2nd Saturday of the month, Penn State Great Valley Presents My Career Transitions My Career Transitions has returned to in-person meetings at the Penn State Great Valley campus in Malvern, PA. Attending in-person allows you to get the most from the meeting by interacting with the speaker and networking with the volunteers and other attendees that may be able to help you. * For those outside the greater Philadelphia region or otherwise not able to attend in-person, you will be able to join by Zoom, starting with virtual networking before joining the classroom live. We do not record the meetings for viewing later.All events now start at promptly at 10:00 AM and end by 12:15 PM. Please arrive by 10:00 when doors open. We start with the MCT networking session - a fun way to meet people and grow your network by 2-3 people - even before the speaker starts.Note: Registration for all events closes at 12 noon the day prior to the event.
Dress Code: We suggest dressy casual. No one wears suits or ties. The norm is slacks and a collared shirt for men and the equivalent for women.
Monthly schedule: 2nd Saturday of the month, except we skip December and August. See below.
My Career Transitions is presented by Penn State Great Valley and our events are sponsored by the Penn State Great Valley Alumni Society. You do not need to have any affiliation with Penn State to attend and benefit from our meetings and speaker. We welcome everyone.
2024 Transition Support Meetings
Monday, 03/04, 10:30 am, Professional Services Group of Central New Jersey hosts,
Personal Branding and The Job Hunt. Our presenter, Dr. Cindy McGovern, will discuss how to define and evaluate your personal brand, how to optimize it in interviews and play to your strengths, and, perhaps most importantly, how to go about making changes if it’s not what you want. Everything you do every day contributes to your personal brand --- take control and use it to get the job you want.
Dr. Cindy McGovern is an international speaker, author and consultant, helping people and companies get what they want in work and in life by using the skills of sales pros. She has a master’s in communication and doctorate in organizational communication with an emphasis in organizational leadership and ethics. Today, she focuses on bringing companies and people together to grow their businesses and get what they want in life and in work. She is the author of “Every Job is a Sales Job” and “Sell Yourself.”
PSGCNJ has established a pre-registration system for Zoom meetings. Please visithttps://psgcnj.biz/need-to-know/ and register by our 11 pm Friday deadline prior to the Monday morning meeting. Please make sure to save the link you are emailed so you have it for Monday’s meeting.
Please join us on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from noon-12:30 pm for our ‘Ask Maya’ segment with Maya Ollson, career consultant, founder of Kokopella High Touch Outplacement and a frequent speaker for PSGCNJ. Maya facilitates the 30-minute Q&A session to answer your job search questions.
Please join us on the third Monday of the month from 11:30 am until noon for a new segment on the importance of meditation in your job search. The segment is hosted by Victoria Squazzo, a certified Reiki master/teacher, holistic practitioner of Ayurveda and emotion code practitioner. Victoria has been in private practice since 2014 and completed a Yoga certification in 2022.
Tuesday 3/5 at 10am ET. Please join us for our next Career Conversations with Tony webinar Tony will present: “Refining Your Job Search with Targeting”. Register now at: jobsearchtargets.eventbrite.com. All are welcome. Q & A will follow.
Meetings are held on Zoom on alternate Tuesdays at 10am ET, with rare exceptions, and will remain virtual for the foreseeable future. We are booked through April. Be sure to check our webpage for a list of webinar dates, topics, descriptions, presenters, and the registration link, at: bit.ly/careerconversationswithtony2024.
Thursday, March 7, 2024, 10:00 am to 11:30 am EST, JVS Job-seekers Virtual Workshop, Presents guest speaker Deborah (Deb) Krawiec ‘Interview Strategies - More Than Words!’
Selling your value in an interview is not only in what you say - but it's also in how you say it.
For example, did you know that your facial expressions, gestures and eye gaze can make a significant impact on how you are perceived as a fit for the position and the company?
This webinar will teach you how to:
- Assess your non-verbal cues.
- Adjust and strengthen your communication skills.
- Read the room.
- And interview with confidence!
TO REGISTER TO ATTEND, PLEASE CLICK HERE. Friday, March 8⋅9:45am – 12:00pm, Hanan Isaacs – Essential Principles of Employment Law for Workers and Those in Transition
The Princeton Public Library. 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton NJ 08542
New Jersey Employment and Family Law Attorney Hanan Isaacs will cover key topics under NJ employment law and, where relevant, federal law. Topics to be covered will include:
● At-will employment, employment contracts, civil service, Union membership
● Lawful and unlawful hiring practices by the employer
● Legal significance/enforceability of an Employee Handbook or Personnel Manual
● More...
Organizer: Mercer County PSG Events
Mercer County PSG Events
Creator: Created by: psgofmercercounty.cc@gmail.comCreated by: psgofmercercounty.cc@gmail.com
March 9, 2924,, 8:00 -10:00 AM join The Breakfast Club NJ Monthly Meeting with a presentation by John Hadley - “Jump Start your Networking”. Sign on instructions at www.thebreakfastclubnj.com. Please share this with other groups you may be in. Join us on Meetup.com at: https://www.meetup.com/the-breakfast-club-nj/events/297707698/ to RSVP for the meeting.
Monday, 03/11, 10:30 am, Professional Services Group of Central New Jersey hosts,
State of Non-Profit Word and How to Transition to Non-Profit. Our presenter Tim Domini spent the past 25 years working in the not-for-profit industry in a senior financial role. For the past 12 years Tim has moderated a monthly networking group for not-for profit financial executives. After more than 30 years of full-time work he has transitioned to a flexible work schedule based around finding and supporting not-for-profits that need a helping hand through outside services.
PSGCNJ has established a pre-registration system for Zoom meetings. Please visit https://psgcnj.biz/need-to-know/ and register by our 11 pm Friday deadline prior to the Monday morning meeting. Please make sure to save the link you are emailed so you have it for Monday’s meeting.
Please join us on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from noon-12:30 pm for our "Ask Maya" segment with Maya Ollson, career consultant, founder of Kokopella High Touch Outplacement and a frequent speaker for PSGCNJ. Maya facilitates the 30-minute Q&A session to answer your job search questions.
Please join us on the third Monday of the month from 11:30 am until noon for a new segment on the importance of meditation in your job search. The segment is hosted by Victoria Squazzo, a certified Reiki master/teacher, holistic practitioner of Ayurveda and emotion code practitioner. Victoria has been in private practice since 2014 and completed a Yoga certification in 2022.
Monday, March 11th, 2024 at 7:30pm Church of the Presentation Career Management Ministry, features more "Actionable Advice for Enhancing your Career - Whether you are Working or Looking for Work”
We will discuss the following topics:
- Building Skills & Experiences, Preparing for Transition, and Career Change / Doing Something New
This session will have something for everyone - whether you are working and hoping to advance, thinking about a career move or actively searching for a job. Our team of coaches, executives, HR professionals and entrepreneurs will be covering topics that are focused on your career growth. We hope you’ll join us.
This hybrid session will be:
In Person:
Church of the Presentation (in the Jerusalem Room)
271 W. Saddle River Rd.
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
We will also be on-line:
Zoom Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85401823225
All are welcome to come to these sessions and we hope to see you there!
If you have concerns or questions at any time about your job, a search for a job, networking, assistance with interviews, etc. simply email presentation.cmm@gmail.com with your name, email address and a brief introduction and we will be happy to assist.
Tue Mar 12th, 12:00-12:30 Central time (a LinkedIn Live broadcast), FREE Webinar: "7 Ways to Improve Your Resume. Marty Gilbert. The average resume only gets 6-10 seconds of read time so you need to grab interest quickly . Learn a few ideas that could raise your credibility & get you more interviews. Click here or on the graphic below to register and feel free to share with your network.
This free session is available to anyone. LinkedIn will record this live event so if you cannot attend this webinar, use the link to watch the recording later.
View Details & Register Here
Tuesday, March 12 from 5:00-6:00 pm ET, Virtual (Zoom) How to come across as knowledgeable/current to your boss/hiring manager.
Join us for an engaging talk with Executive Coach and Career Guru, Charlotte A. Lee of Lee Work Wise, LLC and award-winning portfolio manager, Frederick A. Brimberg, Chief Investment Officer of Banksville Holdings.
The world is ever-changing, and the geopolitical environment is unprecedented. There are things you need to know to appear current and knowledgeable to your colleagues, boss, and hiring managers. In this session, we will discuss what you need to know and share a simple list you can use your whole career!
- Space is limited; first come, first served.
- A summary sheet will only be shared with the attendees.
- The Zoom information will be emailed only to those who register for the session.
- This Networking Event will not be recorded nor repeated.
3-14-24 - Paul Cecala Speaker, Our next NJSENG meeting will be on March 14,2024 at 6:30pm via Zoom. Our speaker will be Paul Cecala. Paul will discuss “Taking Control of Your Job Search”. Please reserve your seat by emailing me at MartyLatman@gmail.com Include in the email Subject Line – “Reserve My Seat for 3-14-24 NJSENG Meeting”. Below is further information on the presentation.
Take Control of Your Job Search
This presentation looks at the various steps involved in a successful job search with an emphasis on utilizing a series of worksheets provided in our latest book, “Take Control of Your Job Search.” We have identified a series of milestones to accomplish in a job search. With each milestone are several worksheets that guide the job seeker through the process of landing a job.
Paul Cecala is a certified Global Career Development Facilitator, work search author, and founder of Cecala Career Consultants, LLC. Since 1999 he has assisted over 4000 job seekers ranging from C-Suite executives to college students.
Please reserve your seat by emailing me at MartyLatman@Gmail.com. Include in the email Subject Line – “Reserve My Seat for 3-14-24 NJSENG Meeting”.
Friday, March 15⋅9:45am – 12:00pm, Tamarra Causley Robinson - How to Deal with Impact of Job Loss on Family/Relationships
The Princeton Public Library. 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton NJ 08542
When job loss occurs, one of the first things we think to do is to triage the situation. Most activities that take place are external: Update your resume, Update your LinkedIn profile and dust off your interview skills. It's time to tell the world about who you are and what you can do for them. Oftentimes, we don't talk about the emotional and psychological affects of job loss for the individual and secondarily about its affect on everyone else in the household (immediate and extended family & friends). This discussion will focus solely on steps one can take to take better care of themselves during this time of transition and how to increase the awareness around how to preserve and potentially strengthen our relationship at home.
Organizer: Mercer County PSG Events
Mercer County PSG Events
Creator: Created by: psgofmercercounty.cc@gmail.comCreated by: psgofmercercounty.cc@gmail.com
Monday, 03/18, 10:30 am, Professional Services Group of Central New Jersey hosts,
Your Interview Presence and Presentation. Virtual platforms have influenced how people see, hear and “get” you. Our guest presenter Eileen Sinett will explain how in-person interviews are rare at the beginning of the interview process and online group interviews are more common than ever. Whether influencing one or many, on camera or in-person, there are communication nuances you’ll want to hone. How people see, hear and “get” you is critical; knowing some tools that support your presence and presentation can give you a communication advantage. Eileen’s presentation leads with some presentation basics and a brief definition of presence and invites you to share your interview experiences and questions.
PSGCNJ has established a pre-registration system for Zoom meetings. Please visit https://psgcnj.biz/need-to-know/ and register by our 11 pm Friday deadline prior to the Monday morning meeting.
Please join us on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from noon-12:30 pm for our "Ask Maya" segment with Maya Ollson, career consultant, founder of Kokopella High Touch Outplacement and a frequent speaker for PSGCNJ. Maya facilitates the 30-minute Q&A session to answer your job-search questions.
Please join us on the third Monday of the month from 11:30 am until noon for a new segment on the importance of meditation in your job search. The segment is hosted by Victoria Squazzo, a certified Reiki master/teacher, holistic practitioner of Ayurveda and emotion code practitioner. Victoria has been in private practice since 2014 and completed a Yoga certification in 2022.
Friday, March 22⋅9:45am – 12:00pm, Joey Himmelfarb - Visualizing Yourself into Your Next Job
The Princeton Public Library. 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton NJ 08542
The only difference between you and the professional athletes you watch on TV is that they've practically perfected visualization.
These athletes see themselves hitting the game-winning single, sinking the 3-point outside jumper to send the game into overtime, driving the golf ball straight down the fairway to set up an easy 2nd shot to the green, serving an ace over the net and past a stunned opponent.
I believe you can, and should, see yourself achieving your dreams. You can accurately assess your skills, abilities, and talents. You can see yourself getting that big account, finishing that novel you’ve been wanting to write, finding joy with your partner, or landing that next job.
Join us for a thought-provoking, highly interactive, and entertaining program that will clarify visualization for you. You will:
● Learn what visualization is and how it works. (Hint: it borders on magic.)
● Be introduced to several tools and techniques you can use immediately. (So you can see your future.)
● Practice using these tools and techniques to improve your ability to create the future you see. (I trust you'll find it pleasant to look at.)
Organizer: Mercer County PSG Events
Mercer County PSG Events
Creator: Created by: psgofmercercounty.cc@gmail.comCreated by: psgofmercercounty.cc@gmail.com
Wednesday, February 28, 7:30 - 9:00 PM, Job Seekers' next meeting is. Join us online when David Schuchman will have a workshop on how to Uncover the Hidden Job Market. Learn ways to connect with companies and individuals who can help you gain traction when networking. This presentation informs attendees that up to 70% of open positions are not actively published (as per several sources), and why employers often use non-published ways of finding professional talent. We discuss ways to begin to overcome this challenge in order to be exposed to more professional opportunities.
The event is online only. Click here to Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 869 6416 8449
Passcode: 005505
One tap mobile +13052241968,,86964168449#,,,,
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For phone only dial 929 436 2866 and enter ID + passcode.
Monday, 03/25, 10:30 am, Professional Services Group of Central New Jersey hosts,
Is It Time to Consider a Plan B? Is the time and effort you put into your job search producing the results you expect and need? If not, it may be time to closely evaluate your job search strategy. Specifically, the skills you will bring to your next employer and the skills your next employer (and the market place) may really need. If there is a gap between those two points, or if you no longer enjoy what you have previously done, you may need to adjust your job search strategy. Our speaker David Schuchman is an information technology professional with a passion for technology implementation, as well as applications design, development and IT operations. He is also the executive chair and leader of the Professional Service Group of Mercer County, a networking community for professionals in career transition.
PSGCNJ has established a pre-registration system for Zoom meetings. Please visit https://psgcnj.biz/need-to-know/ and register by our 11 pm Friday deadline prior to the Monday morning meeting.
Please join us on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month from noon-12:30 pm for our "Ask Maya" segment with Maya Ollson, career consultant, founder of Kokopella High Touch Outplacement and a frequent speaker for PSGCNJ. Maya facilitates the 30-minute Q&A session to answer your job-search questions.
Please join us on the third Monday of the month from 11:30 am until noon for a new segment on the importance of meditation in your job search. The segment is hosted by Victoria Squazzo, a certified Reiki master/teacher, holistic practitioner of Ayurveda and emotion code practitioner. Victoria has been in private practice since 2014 and completed a Yoga certification in 2022.
Friday, March 29⋅9:45am – 12:00pm, David Schuchman - Overcome Legal Discrimination in Job Search
The Princeton Public Library. 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton NJ 08542
To discriminate against someone means to treat that person differently, or less favorably, for some reason. Employment discrimination laws seek to prevent discrimination based on race, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, physical disability, and several other reasons. However, employers do have and use legal reasons to exclude some job applicants. In this program, we will discuss what are the legal reasons that employers use to discriminate against some candidates. And we'll discuss & identify 5 tips to overcome those. FYI, these tips can also mitigate some illegal discrimination.
Organizer: Mercer County PSG Events
Mercer County PSG Events
Creator: Created by: psgofmercercounty.cc@gmail.comCreated by: psgofmercercounty.cc@gmail.com
Friday, April 5⋅9:45am – 12:00pm, Terrence Seamon - The Five Habits of Highly Effective Job Seekers
The Princeton Public Library. 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton NJ 08542
In this presentation, Terry takes jobseekers through five critical practices that they must use consistently in order to land the next job and achieve success including: the importance of focus in their search; how to position and present themselves as a solution; and how to utilize their resources, especially relationships and time, most effectively. Terry coaches executives and professionals that are in career transitions. He previously had a long career in the corporate world as a HR training manager in the energy, telecom, and pharma-chem industries.
Organizer: Mercer County PSG Events
Mercer County PSG Events
Creator: Created by: psgofmercercounty.cc@gmail.comCreated by: psgofmercercounty.cc@gmail.com
Pre-Recorded Podcasts
In this article, IDC's Wayne Kurtzman shares survey results on how to increase engagement in virtual meetings
.https://blogs.idc.com/2020/07/06/what-virtual-conferences-still-miss/
This video podcast explores the preferences, experiences, attitudes and behaviors of organizers and attendees of virtual events that have been held in the wake of COVID-19. It also delves into the priorities that organizers, sponsors, and vendors should address to ensure a positive experience for event attendees and how to capitalize of virtual event opportunities.https://www.nypl.org/locations/snfl/yoseloff-business
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.
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:
https://www` .psgofmercercounty.org/p/e-learning-resources.html
General Resources
CareerUSA.org
The mission of CareerUSA.org is to provide ONE website where anyone who is unemployed or under-employed, can find everything they need to help with his or her career search that will result in employment.
Any formed group that assists members in educating, coaching, career testing, job lead, networking connections, mentoring, counseling, or support, while providing a safe place for the job seeker, is welcome to be listed on the or CareerUSA.org website. For more information and a schedule of events go to
https://www.careerusa.org/
Grouping to Solve Complex Problems
NhNUSA meetings design allow for 10-12 on Video conferenced meetings and previously up to 20 members maximum for our face to face meetings. Our members/participants all come from different job disciplines and who are all peers in their unemployment or underemployment situation to come together weekly and share information coach each other and allow for new ideas to be tried between the weekly meetings and the accountability concept of the meetings is very helpful. Below is an article speaking to the need of 5 types of job "coaches" which essentially is present in every NhN meeting.
We are also looking to expand and will partner with volunteers and groups to open chapters of NhN across the country where our help can be useful.
NhNUSA meetings design allow for 10-12 on Video conferenced meetings and previously up to 20 members maximum for our face to face meetings. Our members/participants all come from different job disciplines and who are all peers in their unemployment or underemployment situation to come together weekly and share information coach each other and allow for new ideas to be tried between the weekly meetings and the accountability concept of the meetings is very helpful. Below is an article speaking to the need of 5 types of job "coaches" which essentially is present in every NhN meeting.
We are also looking to expand and will partner with volunteers and groups to open chapters of NhN across the country where our help can be useful.
Grouping for Job Search
The LinkedIn Official Career Advancement Blog
As we pursue our careers, each of us relies on mentors, teachers, parents, and colleagues for advice, motivation and support. Every member we met in our “Every calling is great if greatly pursued” series was lifted up by the people in their lives. As we build our network, it’s important to nurture them along the way. Below are a few important lessons we heard from our members about how to surround yourself with people who will cheer you on: Choose your connections wisely
The LinkedIn Official Career Advancement Blog
As we pursue our careers, each of us relies on mentors, teachers, parents, and colleagues for advice, motivation and support. Every member we met in our “Every calling is great if greatly pursued” series was lifted up by the people in their lives. As we build our network, it’s important to nurture them along the way. Below are a few important lessons we heard from our members about how to surround yourself with people who will cheer you on: Choose your connections wisely
Articles on Job Clubs and Job Search Groups
Department of Labor’s Job Clubs Evaluation.
USDOL commissioned study on Job Clubs NhNUSA was a participant in this study along with 17 others
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Grouping for job search offers an advantage over going it alone.
The Role Of Job Clubs In A Job Search - John R. Fugazzie contributor to Aol Jobs
Job clubs offer accountability and a chance to share leads
Terrence has just published on LinkedIn another article on Forming job search groups
Terrence Seamon did an interview on Job Clubs on jeff Altman's show which is a great recap.
http://www.examiner.com/article/the-power-of-job-search-support-groups Terrence Seamon, author of the guide for transitioners "To Your Success!" the leader's guide to engagement "Lead the Way" and the change agent's guide to improvement "Change for the Better" Facilitating Change - Achieving Results! http://about.me/terrenceseamon Organization Development & Training http://www.facebook.com/FacilitationSolutions Guide to Starting a Job Search Support Group Grouping for Job Search Support in Today’s Down Economy
By Janice Lee Juvrud and Terrence H. Seamon Networking groups have been around for over a hundred years. Rotary Clubs began in the early 1900’s. Women’s Clubs formed during the late 1800s. While the primary goal of such groups was service to others, you can be sure that relationships formed benefited everyone involved. So what’s new? Due to the economic calamity unfolding since last year (2008), with huge job losses and downsizings, the primary goal of networking has become finding a job and helping others find a job. This has created an interesting surge in micro-groups: small, local, often church-based groups, started in many cases by people who are themselves looking for work, staffed by committed volunteers, operating on tiny or zero budgets, but with hearts overflowing with concern for others. We are part of this movement. We are members of such groups. (See our brief bios at the end of this article) Knowing that many of these groups are quite young, and knowing that many more are about to pop up like mushrooms, we gathered together the following wisdom. Think of this as a set of guidelines we hope will be helpful to you when you join, or start, a local support group. Let us know if this helps you. Our contact info is at the end. GUIDELINES TO CREATE JOB SEARCH SUPPORT GROUPS Purpose First things first, right? Why do you want to form yet another job search support group? Don’t get us wrong: we are NOT trying to talk you out of it. Rather, we want you to think first, then decide. Types of Groups Surveying the many groups that are out there, we have identified several “types,” and offer the following as a way to think about your purpose. Networking Groups: The primary focus of such groups is networking, i.e., providing gatherings designed for connecting with other people for the purpose of expanding your network. Job Leads Groups: The primary focus of such groups is sharing job leads, typically around a specific industry sector such as HR. Accountability Groups: The primary focus of such groups is mutual support of the members through weekly reporting on progress. Job Search Skills Groups: The primary focus of such groups is training and reinforcement on the essential skills for conducting an effective job hunt, including writing a resume, writing cover letters, preparing for interviews, building a network, etc. In reality, many groups are blends of the above types. Some Points About Groups Bringing people together for a support group during a job search can reduce the stress and feelings of isolation that come with being “in transition.” In some cases, being part of a group actually helps to make job search a positive experience. In the best of circumstances, new friendships are forged. But, before we go further, there are some things to keep in mind about groups. Anytime a group comes together around a common goal, you get “group dynamics.” In other words, you get some very predictable forms of human behavior that occur in groups. Here are a few of special relevance to the early stage of group formation. What’s Going On Here? – Have you ever been in a small group and suddenly people are asking questions like, “Who put her in charge?” “I didn’t agree to that. How did that happen?” “Every meeting he’s talking about everything except what’s important.” “Would you please get him to stay on topic?” How Do I Fit In? - When new to a group, we are figuring out if we fit. Once we decide we fit, our attention turns to concerns about leadership, decision-making, distribution of power, procedures. You’re thinking, “Am I comfortable with my level of power, responsibility and influence?” Can I Be ‘Me’ Here? - Once fit and compatibility are ‘settled’ for me, the question is, How open do I want to be in this group? Shall I be open and express my feelings or shall I keep my relationships superficial and task-oriented? Can I find a comfortable middle ground? Who’s In Charge? - There is an inclination for small groups to come together without a leader thinking that equal participation and responsibility is appropriate for a group of accomplished professionals. However, a leader can provide direction and focus to support the group’s purpose and mission. Setting a caring, positive tone goes a long way to contain anxiety common for those in search. This will minimize the possibility of a stress in the group and increase the likelihood of successful landings for each group member. How Much Am I Willing to Commit To This Group? – Because this group is a volunteer activity, each group member is thinking some variation of the commitment question. The success of the group hinges on the commitment of the members. A common question is, “Am I required to attend every meeting?” These questions, and others in the early phases of becoming a group, occur naturally even if you’re not aware of it. Our suggestion - Balance your awareness between the Task (your goal) you have set for yourselves, with the Relationships (variables mentioned above). Both are going on simultaneously in the group. Both interact. Your group experience will be more enjoyable and successful when the relationships are strong and productive. COMPONENTS TO CONSIDER WHEN FORMING YOUR GROUP Design Team When thinking of starting a group, chances are you are collaborating with one or more friends or colleagues. Collectively, you all are the Design Team! Whether you realize it or not, you are designing the blueprint, so to speak, for an organization to become a successful support group that will help many people. Mission One of the first things to work out is your Mission: What do you want your group to do, and Who will you do it for? Scope After Mission, the most important early decision is about the boundaries around your group and its activities: What will you do and What will you NOT do. Another common concern is about the boundary between sharing the personal strains of being in transition vs. keeping to the task of finding a job. Note about Mission and Scope: While these are among the earliest decisions you’ll make, once made, they are not over. Both will continually evolve as members and experiences change. Values There are many groups like yours already operating in the greater NY, NJ, PA and CT area. What will distinguish yours? Some focus on networking. Some dedicate themselves to the skills of the job search. Some that are church-based make an explicit link to their sponsor; for example, the St Matthias Employment Ministry in Somerset NJ says “You may be the answer to someone’s prayers.” Name Your Group Agree on a name for the group that conveys the purpose of your group. This will support your outreach efforts, will help to attract people with similar goals of your group and attract folks who are more likely to fit in with the group. Location Another decision to tackle early on is: Where will your group be located? Will you have a home base? Will you float? OnLine Component In today’s wired world, may groups also have an online component or meet exclusively online such as a Yahoo group where job leads are posted, as well as notices about events like job fairs, workshops, webinars, conferences, etc. Schedule When will you meet? Will yours be a regular recurring meeting, e.g. every second Saturday morning? Outreach Depending on several variables: the size, type and longevity of your group; it may be important to have plans for outreach efforts. Consider outreach upfront as you clarify your purpose and mission. Show Me the Money Chances are if your group is like most others, you are operating in a zero budget situation. Still, ask yourselves, what kinds of things would you like to offer your future members? Might you want to offer coffee? Water? Bagels? In the future, would you want to invite a guest speaker? If you do, you might want to give them an honorarium of some modest amount. Creating the Right Mix of Members Look at your Design Team. Do you have enough people to launch this group? If you need additional people, think about the sorts of skills, personalities and work experience of folks you want to work with. Later, once you are up-and-running, you may want to invite subject matter experts to be guest speakers from time to time. People Will Come and Go Though we may seem out-of-place to mention this here, be ready for turnover. It’s natural. Things change in the lives of your members. Some will drop out. You’ll be sorry to see them go, but bid them farewell. And leave the door open for their return. On the flip side, once your group gets going, others will want to join you. While it’s exciting when a prospective member is interested in your group, be thoughtful about who to include. Suggest they come to one of your meetings to see meet everyone. This will give the group and prospective member the opportunity to determine fit. Getting Started Sooner or later, with all the planning you’ve been engaged in, you’ll need to launch. It’s exciting. It’s also scary. Who will show up? How needy will they be? Will you be able to help them? Learning Fast Because many other groups have arrived on the scene before yours, you do not have to reinvent the wheel. In fact, a good way to learn fast is to find an ongoing group or two and meet with them. Ask questions. Pick their brains. Find out what pitfalls they encountered. Ask them,What works? Getting Feedback After your debut event, and then periodically, it’s important to check in with group members for feedback. Is the group helping them? Do they feel they can contribute? What do they like? Dislike? What programming would they like to see? Renewing As your first year of operation comes to a close, it’s important to take stock of what you have experienced, what went well, what did not go so well, what you learned, and what you’ll do differently next year. Take time to celebrate. Plan a retreat just for the team. The Authors Janice Lee Juvrud is an Organization Development Consultant and Executive Coach based in West Milford, NJ. When downsized in 2006 she joined the Professional Services Group (PSG) in Dover, NJ. To reach her: janice@mjscape.com www.linkedin.com/in/janicejuvrud http://www.linkedin.com/in/janicejuvrud Terrence Seamon is a Training & Organization Development professional based in New Brunswick, NJ. As a veteran of corporate downsizings, Terry has joined many job search support groups, including PSG, the Breakfast Club, the CIT Group, and the Princeton HR Group (aka the “Dick Stone Group”) Plus he has started a couple: The St Matthias Employment Ministry in Somerset, NJ, and the virtual Yahoo group called the Human Resources Development Networking Group, designed to assist Training & OD folk who are looking for work. To reach him: thseamon@yahoo.com www.linkedin.com/in/thseamon The job search is a challenge unlike any other when it comes down to the variety of emotions and experiences you are faced with. While relatively wholesome in nature, a challenging job search–on its hardest day–can knock even the most confident and sane individual off their feet.
But similar to the variety of challenges we face in life, the challenge of seeking employment is far easier to tackle when surrounded by a beneficial and unique group of individuals. These are people who will help lift you up on your worst days, challenge you to better yourself in areas where you’re weak, and even guide you toward your career goals. In an overarching context, this may be considered a support system, but I believe it takes far more than support to complete a successful job hunt. Inspiring a successful job hunt often comes down to the individuals you choose to surround yourself with. Here are five kinds of people you need during your job search: 1. The Supporter This person is your go-to for seeking out the necessary strength needed to succeed. Oftentimes this individual is a close friend, family member, or even your significant other. It’s not necessary for this person to have any job search expertise or even work within your chosen career field, their only duty is to lend an ear and the necessary encouragement to help you “keep on, keepin’ on”. 2. The Mentor The relationship you share with this person is generally of a professional nature. Mentors are often previous or current co-workers, managers, or professors who are willing to act as a sounding board for all that you’re faced with during your job search. They can provide you with sound professional advice, as well as insight into their own personal trials and tribulations. When seeking out a mentor, choose someone who isn’t afraid to be critically honest with you–this isn’t a place for a “yes” man or woman. 3. The Friend While many of the people necessary to the success of your job search may fall into the friend category, this person is strictly in place to help you do more than just search for jobs. That’s right–your job search needs someone who forces you to get out of your house to go see a movie, get a drink, or even just someone who keeps you laughing. Consider having an agreement where you must refrain from talking about your woes when you’re out and about. 4. The Motivator Every job seeker needs a cheerleader. There’s really no specifications for this person, other than their unending ability to send good energy and motivational phrases in your direction. For some, this may be a parent, while others may find their strongest motivational confidant to be someone also immersed in the job search. 5. The Expert Having a professional relationship–often considered to be network-based–with an expert can do wonders for your job search. This individual will act as your industry-insider and is likely to be a beneficial connection when it comes to finding job openings and expanding your network. Sometimes a successful job search comes down to who you surround yourself with. While having these five kinds of people will be key to your success, there may be one person in your support system who plays a multifaceted role. Who have you been surrounding yourself with during your job search? You might also enjoy: The advantages of group problem solving can include:
Greater output. Simply because of the number of people involved, each with differing experience, knowledge, points of view and values, a larger number and variety of ideas for solving a problem can be produced. Cross fertilization The exchange of ideas can act as a stimulus to the imagination, encouraging individuals to explore ideas they would not otherwise consider. Reduced bias The shared responsibility of a group in arriving at decisions can. encourage individuals to explore seemingly unrealistic ideas and to challenge accepted ways of doing things. Individual biases and prejudices can be challenged by the ,group, forcing the individual to recognize them. Group pressure can also encourage individuals to accept that change is needed. Increased risk taking Shared responsibility makes individuals more willing to take risks. The discussion of different points of view also helps the group to be more realistic in assessing the risks associated with particular courses of action. Higher commitment When goals are agreed it gives a common purpose to the group, within which individuals can gain a feeling of self-determination and recognition through their contribution. Individuals who have contributed to finding a solution feel a greater commitment to its successful implementation. Improved communication When .people who are affected by a problem or who will be involved in implementation are involved in finding a solution, they will know how and why that particular solution was chosen. Also, people with knowledge relevant to the problem can communicate that knowledge directly if they participate in solving the problem. Better solutions Groups of individuals can bring a broad range of ideas, knowledge and skills to bear on a problem. This creates a stimulating interaction of diverse ideas which results in a wider range and better quality of solutions. |
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