Sunday, September 6, 2015

[CNG] Digest Number 3349

7 Messages

Digest #3349
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Fwd: Job Alert: Meeting Managers - PA, CT, NY, NC by "Rachael Barish" rachael_barish
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Fwd: Job Alert: Temp to Perm Coordinator - NYC by "Rachael Barish" rachael_barish
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Fwd: Business Analyst Needed!! by "Rachael Barish" rachael_barish
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Fwd: Business Analyst Needed!! by "Rachael Barish" rachael_barish
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Next Week's Upcoming Networking Events by "Thomas Donohue" donohue83

Messages

Sat Sep 5, 2015 8:17 am (PDT) . Posted by:

"Roselle Terry" roselleterry



PLEASE GIVE MR. NIPON A CALL AT 703-889-6768 IF YOU ARE INTERESTED.

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On Wed, 8/26/15, Terry Shoback <trshob@aol.com> wrote:

Subject: Software Application Developer/Analyst : Basking Ridge - NJ

To: roselleterry@yahoo.com,
Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2015, 4:13 PM


-----Original Message-----

To: roselleterry <roselleterry@yahoo.com>

Sent: Wed, Aug 26, 2015 4:02 pm

Subject: Software Application Developer/Analyst : Basking
Ridge - NJ

-----Original Message-----

From: niponc <niponc@lancesoft.com>
Sent: Wed, Aug 26, 2015 3:27 pm


Subject: Job Opportunity: Software Application
Developer/Analyst : Basking Ridge - NJ


Hello Terry,

Currently, we are recruiting for a Senior software engineer . The details for the job opportunity are given below . Please let me know if you are interested in the following position.


Job Title: Senior software engineer
Location:  Basking Ridge - NJ 
Duration: 6+ months

Job Description: 

Senior software engineer who will be required to work with large volumes of complex, flat file mainframe billing data in order to analyze, match, process, format and extract files that can
be loaded into a tax data warehouse. Skills required are TSO, ISPF,  SYNCSORT, COBOL, SAS and JCL are mandatory. 

Experience and skill working with MS SQL Server 2012 strongly desired, but not mandatory. 

Experience in working with telecommunications billing data desired, but not mandatory. 

Minimum ten years experience with aforementioned skills. Ability to work independently and effectively report status and issues is essential to success 

Mainframe SAS skills are essential. Teelerik (a plus)

Please call me at your earliest on 703-889-6768.

Send us a copy of your most latest Word formatted resume with current contact information and the preferred means of communicating with you.

Thanks & Regards,

Nipon C
Direct: 703-889-6768

NiponC@LanceSoft.com


























Sat Sep 5, 2015 8:17 am (PDT) . Posted by:

"Rachael Barish" rachael_barish



----- Original Message -----

From: "MeetingJobs" <dawn@meetingjobs.com>

To: rbarish@comcast.net
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2015 9:54:03 PM
Subject: Job Alert: Meeting Managers - PA, CT, NY, NC


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Meeting Managers
BCD Meetings and Events
PA, CT, NY, NC

The Meeting Manager owns and manages client program relationships. They are responsible for budgeting, program organization, value added client counseling, onsite management, billing, and savings consolidation. They serve as liaison between the Account Manager, Project Manager, Healthcare Engagement Manager, Sourcing Manager and hotel/supplier for the duration of meeting.
Job Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

* Direct responsibility for program development, planning, execution and all of its components, of all assigned programs from the point of meeting registration including onsite program management
* Adhere to Client policy on financial and compliance controls for all meetings.
* Add value to client by counseling client on best practices, compliance and cost savings in order to make their event successful.
* Create and update budgets as necessary during planning and prepare final reconciled budgets - Communicate budgetary information to client throughout the planning and execution of meeting.
* Utilize MSA vendors for quality of service and maximum pricing leverage/compliance.
* Maintain the highest level of quality, professionalism and integrity when negotiating with suppliers and interacting with clients and team-mates.
* Enter and update meeting information in meeting management technology including cost savings, final attendee registration and budget reconciliation
* Adhere to all deadlines, turnaround timelines & compliance requirements.
* Determine and arrange detailed program needs (i.e. room set-up, function times, audio visual, menu selections, on-site/off site events and activities, DMC operations, special events, ground transfers, room deliveries, VIP needs, Prepare and provide client with timeline outlining all planned program details.
* Provide on-site program assistance; oversee all arranged details of program (i.e. attend pre-con, advance all functions, verify room set-ups, review banquet checks/master bill, handle VIP needs, assist in handing out documents).
* Ensure internal and external reporting requirements are met.
* Monitor and review supplier billing and ensure timely payment and reconciliation
* Use internal financial system to ensure that full payment is made in a timely manner.
* Liaise with Sourcing and Healthcare Engagement Managers to ensure that appropriate meeting space is secured and for attendee registration requirements and updates.
* Reconcile program within 60 days program, in accordance with audit and client standards.
* Compile and submit an audit ready program file 90 day's post program.
* Assume other duties and responsibilities not specifically outlined herein, but which are logically and properly inherent to the position and can add value.

Essential Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
* Minimum three (3) years meeting/program planning experience
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
* Proficiency in database management
* Firsthand experience of domestic and international group travel 
* Travel industry and destination knowledge

* 0% - 25% travel domestically

Preferred Qualifications:

* CMP preferred 
* Pharma experience preferred 
  APPLY HERE!

 

If this is not an opportunity for you,  pass it on to a colleague who maybe interested and qualified through email, tweeting and with social media.  They'll appreciate the lead and we of course always appreciate the referral!  See what other jobs are available at meetingjobs.com 
STAY CONNECTED

        
Forward this email
 

MeetingJobs | 148 Vardon Court | Southern Pines | NC | 28387


Sat Sep 5, 2015 8:17 am (PDT) . Posted by:

"Rachael Barish" rachael_barish



----- Original Message -----

From: "MeetingJobs" <dawn@meetingjobs.com>

To: rbarish@comcast.net
Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2015 10:03:53 PM
Subject: Job Alert: Temp to Perm Coordinator - NYC


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Temp to Perm Coordinator
Banks Sadler

NY, NY
$32,000 - $38,000

Banks Sadler is an international full service event management agency with a proven track record of delivering powerful global events services to both blue chip and SMEs.
Passionate and client focused, Banks Sadler's multi-award winning services can be used as a single service or complete solution, we offer the full range of event and venue management services including event production, venue finding, event management, corporate travel and event software.
Operating out of London, York, Dusseldorf, Paris and New York every year we handle over 15,000 venue find bookings and 400 event management projects and save our clients an average of 31% against published prices because our $200m+ buying power means we drive down costs.
Purpose of the Role
Reporting to the Event Team Director, this position will involve coordinating activities relating to the US office, as well assisting the US team with the day-to-day operation of projects and events.
Responsibilities include:
Assisting the team with the day-to-day operation of projects and events, including:

* Managing delegate registrations for multiple projects
* Assisting in the set-up of registrations websites
* Client & attendee liaison
* Act as point of contact for venue finding requests 

* Coordinate with hotels, transportation companies, DMC and other vendors as required
* Assist in creating onsite attendee materials and name badges
* On-site staff arrangements
* Any other event or project related tasks, as required by the business

Co-ordinating activities relating to the US office, including:

* Answering telephone, meeting and greeting visitors
* Liaison with suppliers
* Maintain and update office social media
* Any other office related tasks, as required by the business

Experience and skills required:

* Entry level position
* 1-2 years experience in the meeting and event industry, this can include internships
* Excellent customer service skills
* Good keyboard and computer skills
* Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint - mail merge competency required
* Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills, with the ability to prioritize in a fast paced environment

* Accuracy and attention to detail
* Ability to work on own initiative and also as a key team member
* Quick learner, with proven ability to pick up new systems, processes and tools
* A 'can do' attitude and flexible around the tasks that may be required
* Good problem solving skills
* Excellent written and spoken English  
* Flexibility about working long hours may be necessary

Additional Requirements:
The role will involve business travel within the US, occasional travel to other European offices, with time spent working on events away from home. Occasional weekend work will be required.

  APPLY HERE!

 

If this is not an opportunity for you,  pass it on to a colleague who maybe interested and qualified through email, tweeting and with social media.  They'll appreciate the lead and we of course always appreciate the referral!  See what other jobs are available at meetingjobs.com 
STAY CONNECTED

        
Forward this email
 

MeetingJobs | 148 Vardon Court | Southern Pines | NC | 28387



Sat Sep 5, 2015 8:18 am (PDT) . Posted by:

"Rachael Barish" rachael_barish



----- Original Message -----

From: "MeetingJobs" <dawn@meetingjobs.com>

To: rbarish@comcast.net
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2015 5:14:29 PM
Subject: Job Alert: Housing and Registration Coordinator - Dayton, NJ/Greater NYC


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Housing and Registration Coordinator
Impact XM
Dayton, NJ and Greater NYC Area

Assists in the planning and implementation of housing and registration for conventions, meetings, events, training programs and trade show activity by performing the following duties.
Daily responsibilities include

*   Registration website development and maintenance
*   Email invitation management
*   Master list/data management
*   Client service, rooming list/hotel management
*   Attendee communication and follow-up
*   Meeting material preparation
*   Ground transportation coordination
*   Reporting
*   Administrative support
*   On-site registration management.

Provides scheduling updates and rooming lists to assigned projects.
Assists Meetings Planners in managing issues, questions and problems that arise between the assigned accommodations site(s) and client.
Assists Meeting Planners in the negotiation of hotel, lodging and meeting space rental contracts to meet approved budgets.
May go on-site to support staffing, registration, housing and meeting/event set up as needed.
Projects as assigned by Supervisor, Housing and Registration or Manager, Meetings and Events.
Other Skills and Abilities                                             

*   Familiarity with mail merges
*   Familiarity with registration software
*   Attention to detail
*   Problem solving skills
*   Ability to proofread.
*   Impeccable speaking manner for direct attendee/client contact
*   Ability to provide outstanding client service at all times, including under tight deadlines
*   Ability to manage ongoing projects simultaneously
*   Ability to travel on-site and confidently represent the company and clients

Impact XM is a global experiential marketing agency that crafts strategic audience engagements by powering brand experiences. Trusted by some of the world's most respected organizations, the agency has a forty-year heritage of insightful strategy, brilliant creative, smart fulfillment and purposeful metrics across business and consumer trade shows, user conferences, event activations and digital engagements. Headquartered in New Jersey, Impact XM maintains locations in Toronto, Las Vegas, San Francisco, Chicago, Sao Paulo and Zurich. 

  APPLY HERE!

 

If this is not an opportunity for you,  pass it on to a colleague who maybe interested and qualified through email, tweeting and with social media.  They'll appreciate the lead and we of course always appreciate the referral!  See what other jobs are available at meetingjobs.com 
STAY CONNECTED

        
Forward this email
   
 

MeetingJobs | 148 Vardon Court | Southern Pines | NC | 28387


Sat Sep 5, 2015 8:18 am (PDT) . Posted by:

"Rachael Barish" rachael_barish



From: "Michael Mello" <mmello@diversant.com>
To: rbarish@comcast.net
Sent: Thursday, August 27, 2015 4:48:08 PM
Subject: Business Analyst Needed!!

Hi Rachael,

I have an immediate need for a talented Business / Systems Analyst. This is a 6 month + contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Piscataway, NJ. Please review the below job description and reply with the most current MS Word version of your resume. W-2 only.

Key Requirements and Responsibilities:
Description

Business/Systems Analyst will be responsible for understanding business needs and assessing the impact to web and mobile sites.

This will require analyzing, translating and simplifying business requirements into technical requirements for web content management systems, projects and programs across all areas of Internet Sales and Operations.

Successful candidate will be able to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment to ensure the on time delivery of time sensitive projects and involves evening and weekend work as required.

Will start as a 6-month position with opportunity to be extended based on performance and needs.

Primary responsibilities includes:

Analyzing business and technical requirements to provide quality documentation meeting detailed user requirements and executing with quality by coordinating work between different teams and different locations
Work with sponsors to define and document functional requirements through a system implementation project
Align sales, support, media and CRM around a common content management system

Gather requirements and communicate them effectively with the IT and Marketing teams.

Assess and lead NDA projects for ISO Implementation resources.

Develops and maintains test scenarios and end user test scripts to verify new functionality performs as designed and meets customer needs
Quickly identify defects and drive fixes
Facilitate enhancements requests and defects through the SDLC appropriate to the type of request.
Ensure the correct development resources are identified and work assigned as needed.
Facilitate requirements gathering meetings to drive successful implementation of a content management system.
Works well individually or with a team in recommending action, decisions and direction for business objectives. Interacts directly other leaders to identify new marketing opportunities and prepares regular activity reports.
Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor s degree required

3 5 Years Project Management

2 -5 Adobe Experience Manager or Adobe CQ experience or similar

Advanced knowledge of content delivery strategies, designs and processes is required.

Business Systems Analysis experience or similar

Familiarity with Software Development Lifecycles

Experience with Internet based sales and marketing.

Experience working with structured workflows required.

Strong professional, business and interpersonal skills to interact with key A, B and C band level leaders,

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate cross functional meetings and to effectively communicate at all levels of the business

Microsoft Office proficiency required.

Functional Accountability

Work Complexity

Develops resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity. Analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Knowledge and Skills

Advanced skills within a professional discipline and general knowledge of other areas. Requires independent thinking. Demands full use and application of principles, theories, concepts and technologies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Reasonable accommodations where necessary, will be made for qualified candidates who have limitations due to permanent disabling conditions. Telecommunication is an equal opportunity employer.

Regards,
Michael Mello
DIVERSANT LLC
Recruiter

331 Newman Springs Road
Red Bank, NJ 07701
mmello@diversant.com
(732) 759-6042 Ext.6042

View all of our open job requirements on our home page http://www.diversant.com under *Job Search*. If you know any IT Professionals who are looking for new job opportunities, please pass along my contact information!

DIVERSANT is the largest African-American owned IT staffing and solutions firm in the U.S. We are a fully-certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) provider, dedicated to the promotion of diversity in the supply chain and throughout the workplace. Equally important to us is our commitment to providing the highest level of service to all our clients, consultants, and partners. We believe that diversity in all its forms leads to greater opportunities for consultants and partners, and to more innovative solutions for clients.


Sat Sep 5, 2015 8:25 am (PDT) . Posted by:

"Rachael Barish" rachael_barish

Please contact recruiter directly.  I have not worked with them so I have no pointers for you.  Good luck.

----- Original Message -----

From: "Michael Mello" <mmello@diversant.com>
To: rbarish@comcast.net
Sent: Thursday, August 27, 2015 4:48:08 PM
Subject: Business Analyst Needed!!

Hi Rachael,
 
I have an immediate need for a talented Business / Systems Analyst. This is a  6 month + contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Piscataway, NJ. Please review the below job description and reply with the most current MS Word version of your resume. W-2 only.
 
Key Requirements and Responsibilities:
Description

Business/Systems Analyst will be responsible for understanding business needs and assessing the impact to web and mobile sites.

This will require analyzing, translating and simplifying business requirements into technical requirements for web content management systems, projects and programs across all areas of Internet Sales and Operations.

Successful candidate will be able to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment to ensure the on time delivery of time sensitive projects and involves evening and weekend work as required.

Will start as a 6-month position with opportunity to be extended based on performance and needs.

Primary responsibilities includes:

Analyzing business and technical requirements to provide quality documentation meeting detailed user requirements and executing with quality by coordinating work between different teams and different locations
Work with sponsors to define and document functional requirements through a system implementation project
Align sales, support, media and CRM around a common content management system
Gather requirements and communicate them effectively with the IT and Marketing teams.

Assess and lead NDA projects for ISO Implementation resources.
Develops and maintains test scenarios and end user test scripts to verify new functionality performs as designed and meets customer needs
Quickly identify defects and drive fixes
Facilitate enhancements requests and defects through the SDLC appropriate to the type of request.
Ensure the correct development resources are identified and work assigned as needed.
Facilitate requirements gathering meetings to drive successful implementation of a content management system.
Works well individually or with a team in recommending action, decisions and direction for business objectives. Interacts directly other leaders to identify new marketing opportunities and prepares regular activity reports.
Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor s degree required

3 5 Years Project Management

2 -5 Adobe Experience Manager or Adobe CQ experience or similar

Advanced knowledge of content delivery strategies, designs and processes is required.

Business Systems Analysis experience or similar

Familiarity with Software Development Lifecycles

Experience with Internet based sales and marketing.

Experience working with structured workflows required.

Strong professional, business and interpersonal skills to interact with key A, B and C band level leaders,

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate cross functional meetings and to effectively communicate at all levels of the business

Microsoft Office proficiency required.

Functional Accountability

Work Complexity

Develops resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity. Analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Knowledge and Skills

Advanced skills within a professional discipline and general knowledge of other areas. Requires independent thinking. Demands full use and application of principles, theories, concepts and technologies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Reasonable accommodations where necessary, will be made for qualified candidates who have limitations due to permanent disabling conditions. Telecommunication is an equal opportunity employer.

Regards,
Michael Mello
DIVERSANT LLC
Recruiter
331 Newman Springs Road
Red Bank, NJ 07701
mmello@diversant.com
(732) 759-6042 Ext.6042
 
View all of our open job requirements on our home page http://www.diversant.com under *Job Search*. If you know any IT Professionals who are looking for new job opportunities, please pass along my contact information!
 
DIVERSANT is the largest African-American owned IT staffing and solutions firm in the U.S. We are a fully-certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) provider, dedicated to the promotion of diversity in the supply chain and throughout the workplace. Equally important to us is our commitment to providing the highest level of service to all our clients, consultants, and partners. We believe that diversity in all its forms leads to greater opportunities for consultants and partners, and to more innovative solutions for clients.
 
 

Sat Sep 5, 2015 2:08 pm (PDT) . Posted by:

"Thomas Donohue" donohue83



Ramsey JSWT Members:

Listed below are Next Week's Upcoming Networking Events. Allmeetings are open to the public, plus you are welcome and strongly encouragedto attend.

Think of these meetings as opportunities, sort of like going toschool, to learn something that can reduce your time in transition by gainingknowledge in job search and interviewing skills needed to excel and standoutfrom your competition.

In traveling to these events, consider carpooling. Not only will it reduce the cost of drivingthere, but the friendly conversation will make the ride seem to go much faster.

I created a Yahoo group for anyone to joinand receive my list of Upcoming Networking Events. It is free andeasy to join. Just logon to Yahoo, search for a Group titled: Upcoming_Networking_Events,or click on the link below.

· Subscribe: upcoming_networking_events-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

· Unsubscribe : upcoming_networking_events-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

Individuals, as well as other transition supportnetworking groups, are welcome and encouraged to join.

If anyone is aware of an upcomingmeeting that you would like to share with the group, please let me know and Iwill gladly include it with my weekly updates.

Thank you,

Tom Donohue
a83td@aol.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/tcdonohue


Next Week'sUpcoming Networking Events

Sundays, from 8:00 – 9:00 am. Every Sunday morning tune into Your Career is Calling on 107.7 FM, TheBronc, an on-campus radio station at Rider University. Host WandaEllet brings you the best career advice, no matter what stage your careeris in. Whether you are in transition, looking for a better opportunity, or evena college student, Your Career is Calling has you covered. Nearly every single week, they are joined bya special guest to cover a unique topic. Don't forget to tune into 107.7 FM The Bronc, http://www.1077thebronc.com/ or 107.7The Bronc's free Android and IPhone Apps. Listeners can reach the studio with their questions at 1-877-900-1077. In addition, interesting previous episodes are available at: http://comm.rider.edu/thebronc/?page_id=356.

Mondays, from 9:00 – 10:00 pm. Callin your job search questions every Monday night to a liveRadio Show titled: Own Your Careerhosted by Rod Colon, on Blogtalk Radio - http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ownyourcareer. Dial 1-347-857-3320 withyour questions to get proven guidance from the # 1 career coach in the UnitedStates, specialized in the 7 Step JobSearch and author of the book Win The Race For 21st Century Jobs. Getfree coaching with challenges you encounter steering your career in the roughseas of the 21st century job market.

In addition tothe great meetings listed below, check out the Neighbors-helping-Neighbors(NhN) website at: http://neighbors-helping-neighbors.com or www.nhnusa.org for additional meetings.

Tuesday, September 8th from 1:15 - 2:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary will offer a program titled: CareerResources. Explore job/careerresources available at the Science, Industry and Business Library (SIBL) andother public sites; Find industry and career advice, resume guides andmore. The meeting is at the New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, NewYork, NY 10016.

Tuesday, September 8th, from 5:30- 8:00 pm: The NorthernFairfield Professionals (NFP) will host a very special guest speaker Tucker Mayes, Principal of OptiMarket,an executive job search counseling firm, who will give a presentation titled: How to Develop the Right Job Objective.Tucker will discuss the three most important elements in a job search, whichare: 1) Job Objective, 2) Networking and 3) Interviewing. A great deal ofattention is concentrated on developing effective skills to support networkingand interviewing, but not nearly enough on creating a carefully crafted jobobjective. Your entire job search rests on the foundation of a well-definedobjective that allows the job market to clearly understand what you want andhow it can help you. Unfortunately, most job objectives are too broad,often unrealistic, and nearly always unfocused. The fact is, however,that the more focused your objective, the shorter the search. It may seemcounter intuitive, but it has been proven over and over. Please bring afriend who can benefit from this informative meeting. For additional information call John Barry at1-203-270-0051 or john@itechcp.com. NFPmeetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of each month. The meeting is in the St. Rose Knights ofColumbus Building, 46 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470. Behind Saint Rose Church to the far left. The Knights building has 3garage doors on the first floor, the meeting room is on the second floor. Theentrance is the first door in the front of the building.

Tuesday, September 8th from 7:30 -9:30 pm: The Career Forumwill hostJohn Wharton, an employment recruiter, whowill give a presentation titled: Questions for theHeadhunter. For more information contact SylviaVelez at 1-908-630-3530 or email svelez@somersethillsymca.org. Themeeting is at the Somerset Hills YMCA, 140 Mt. Airy Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ07920.

Wednesday, September 9th from12:30 - 2:00 pm: The New York Public Library - Grand Central Library will host Tom Powner of Career Thinker Inc. whowill give a presentation titled: Writing aWinning Resume that Brands and Markets YOU. Whetheryou are actively searching for a job, just thinking about a new job or careeror you want to be prepared, invest in yourself and attend our resume writingworkshop to help make your resume a winning one that brands you to your targetcareer. Tom will discuss: The true 5 purposes of your resume,Understanding branding and marketing in your resume, Putting Jane Doe's beforeresume to the test, What really happens with your resume when applying toonline job postings, Tips on getting your resume through Applicant TrackingSystem, Why a typical Jane Doe resume does not work, Understanding resumekeywords and how to find them, How to show your Return on Investment value onyour resume, Formatting tips for your resume, Putting Jane Doe's new winningresume to the test, and Top do's and don'ts for resumes. Advanced registrationis required at: http://events-careerthinker-.eventbrite.com/ Themeeting is at the New York Public Library - Grand CentralLibrary, 135 East 46th Street, 2nd floorcommunity room, New York, NY 10017

Wednesday, September 9th from 1:00 - 3:00 pm: The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary will offer a program titled: AARPBack To Work 50+ Virtual Career Network. Explore job strategies for 50+ workers. The Virtual CareerNetwork can help you prepare and qualify for a well-paying job and arewarding career in Healthcare, Green Economy or Transit by connecting you tothe education and training you need. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.

Wednesday, September 9th from 6:00- 7:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host Bruce A. Hurwitz, CEOof Hurwitz Strategic Staffing, who will give a presentationtitled: Debunking LinkedIn Myths for JobSeekers (and Entrepreneurs). Manypeople claim to be LinkedIn experts and promise to help job seekers getjobs using LinkedIn. But the fact of the matter is that most of theseexperts really do not understand the system and how it works. Dr. BruceHurwitz, who has over 41,000 first-degree connections and more than 30,500followers on LinkedIn, discusses how to discover if someone is truly an expert,how to effectively use LinkedIn, and how to establish reasonable expectationsfor how LinkedIn can help you find a job. The meeting is at the New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, NewYork, NY 10016.

Wednesday,September 9th from 7:00 - 9:00 pm: The Bronxville Career Network (BCN) will host Cliff Ennico, a noted attorney, business coach, and author, whowill give a presentation titled: The BusinessLike Job Search. Plan the work andthen work the plan. Cliff will teach us to treat the job search like any otherjob. Job-specific skills likenetworking, quick and effective elevator speeches and self-promotion arecovered in his unique interactive presentation. You will walk away with improved pitches and the ability to prove toemployers your unique value proposition. Remember, employers view the way you conduct your search as indicativeof the way you will conduct your new job. Key Points that will be discussed include: 1) An Elevator Speech thatActually Works, 2) How to Work a Networking Meeting, and 3) How to sell justabout anything to just about anyone, Including You. For further information,email Rich Antash at rantash@gmail.com or check out BCN's website at: http://www.sites.google.com/site/bcnrcb/home. Fora Google map of the location, click on the following link: http://bit.ly/BCNatRCB. The meeting is at The ReformedChurch of Bronxville, in the Edwards room, 180 Pondfield Road, at the corner ofMidland Ave, Bronxville, NY 10708.

Wednesday, September 9th from 7:30- 9:15 pm. JobSeekers of Montclair, will host a program titled: Managing Your Interviews. The following topics will be discussed: 1) The types of Interviews, 2) Interview Preparation, and 3) Answering:Why Should I Hire You? The second half of this meeting includes a practiceworkshop. Additional information is available at: http://www.jobseekersofmontclair.org/, or by calling 1-973-783-3442. The meeting is at St. Luke's Church Hall, 73 SouthFullerton Avenue, corner of Union Street, Montclair, NJ 07042.

Wednesday, September 9th from 7:30 - 9:30 pm: The Hillsdale Career Resource MinistryNetwork Group will host: Dean C.Williams, a Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant, who will give apresentation titled: Seven Steps to Survivingthe Job Search. Dean will share his vast experienceand a unique perspective regarding job search strategies. Thegroup meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. For additional information, contact: JohnCarvelli at 1-201-995-7895, john.carvelli@pimco.com, or Janelle Razzino at 1-201-722-3111, janelle@razzinoassociates.com. The meeting is at St. John TheBaptist Church, in the Sheen Room of the Parish Center, at 69 Valley Road,Hillsdale NJ 07642.

Thursday, September 10th from 2:00 - 4:30 pm: The New York Science, Industry and BusinessLibrary will host SherryNatkow, who will give a presentation titled: Critique Your Resume. Are your resumes getting you interviews? Areyou submitting the same resume for each job posting? Successful job-seekerscustomize their resume for each position in order to let hiring managers knowimmediately that they are a good fit. Learn how to incorporate the language from a job posting into aKeyword-rich Summary. Participants must bring a currentresume and 2 job postings. Pre-registration is required.Interested participants must email Sherry Natkow at snatkow@job-prep.com to enroll and receive additional information. The meeting is at the New York Science,Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY10016.

Thursday, September 10th from 6:00- 7:30 pm: The New YorkScience, Industry and Business Library will host a special meeting titled: Business Plan Research Workshop. This workshop provides research guidancespecifically tailored to your particular business plan. The meeting is atthe New York Science, Industry and Business Library, 188 Madison Avenue @ 34thStreet, New York, NY 10016.

Thursday, September 10th, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm: NNJ ASTD will host Alex Freund, a career and interviewing coach, who will give apresentation titled: TheInterview: You are Onstage. This presentation is highly participative by the audience. It identifiesthe four elements that interviewers focus on and involves demonstration.Audience members mock interview. It is entertaining, and manyunknowns get exposed and explained. Foradditional information, contact Alicja Lisnow at a_lisnow@yahoo.com. Do not miss an evening whereyou can expand your network, make new friends, share knowledge with your peers,and hear highly relevant and beneficial insights and perspectives from expertsin the marketplace. Please register at: http://astd.eventbrite.com. The meeting is at the CedarHill Christian Reformed Church, 422 Cedar Hill Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481.

Thursday, September10th from 7:25 - 9:25 pm: St. Patrick's EARN (Employment Assistance and Resource Network) willhost Laura Olert, aSenior Transition Coach and Career Coach at RiseSmart, who will give a presentation titled: How to Organize Your Job Search. VisitEARNatStPats.com for more information. The meeting is at SaintPatrick's Parish Center (Lower Level of the New Church), 137 Moseman Road,Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Friday, September 11th from 9:45 am - 12:00 Noon: The Princeton Public Library and the ProfessionalService Group of Mercer County will co-host Amy Klein, who will give a presentation titled: Skill-Based Volunteerism and You. Discover how using your professional skillsto help a community organization can help you brush up on your skills, adddepth to your resume, enhance your leadership, communication and decisionmaking skills, increase your network and improve your morale. Skills-basedvolunteerism is happening right here in greater Mercer County. Join themovement and share your skills. Visit the PSG of Mercer County websiteto learn about the numerous resources available there. The meeting is at thePrinceton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542.

Saturday, September 12th, from7:30 - 10:15 am: TheBreakfast Club will host Rick Simmons,Chief Solutions Officer at Simmons Online Solutions, who will give apresentation titled: How to maximizeyour online reputation to help you in your job search by using social media. For 2015, meetings are free (courtesy of oneof our members), plus free bagels for the first 50 attendees. Be sure to tell your friends and bring themalong. The meeting is at the Days Hotel Conference Center, 195 Rt. 18 South,East Brunswick, NJ 08816.


The UnitedWay of Northern New Jersey offers Free CareerCoaching. The program providesprofessionals with an opportunity to learn techniques for success in theworkplace and shares local resources for job training. Obtain help with topics such as: Tools to brand yourself, Updating your resumeand cover letter, Career networking tips, Techniques to ace your nextinterview, Strategies for resume distribution, Counseling on alternative careerpaths, Advice on dressing for success, and Help setting and achieving short andlong-term career goals. These one-on-onesessions are by appointment only. Additional information is available at: http://www.unitedwaynnj.org/newsevents/uwevents_template0.php?event_id=1170&frm= To make an appointment,email Durelle McPherson orcall 1.973.993.1160, x210. The meetingsare at United Way of Northern New Jersey, Suite 205, 60 South Fullerton Ave,Montclair, NJ 07042.


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