Metrowest Networkers Group Meeting on Fridays

1st & 3rd Fridays of the month.  10 am - Noon

7 Bishop Street, Framingham, MA 01702

At the headquarters for the South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC)

Our next meeting is this coming Friday Jan-19.

We have two brief presentations scheduled!

Our standard agenda is based on the Acton Networkers agenda.

Parking:   From Bishop Street, turn east into the access road opposite Clark St.

Plenty of parking! Park in back, in the BIG parking lot. Go in the back entrance to the CUDDY CENTER. This is the building located closer to the south. Once inside, turn left, proceed to a corridor and then turn right to go to our meeting area.

 Website:   http://mwnetworkers.wix.com/home

It has menus for articles, videos, and a forum (in case you prefer to post instead of email). It even has a list of area coaches.

 Google Group: metrowest-networkers-group@googlegroups.com

LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12943261/

If you need a job and want to meet people, we hope to see you there!

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Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

CPRW; NCOPE

Certified Interview Coach

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee

Metrowest Networkers Group Meeting on Fridays

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Scammers impersonate well-known companies, recruit for fake jobs on LinkedIn and other job platforms

MCOA Session - Tuesday Feb-21 - LinkedIn from the Recruiter Perspective

Interactive Workshop:
LinkedIn – The Recruiter Perspective

Tuesday, February 21st: 10:00 – 11:30 am

 

Join us as we present a different perspective to improving your resume. We won't teach you directly how to write a LI profile.

 

We're going to discuss what recruiters look for, including:

• When do they take the time to view your profile?
  
• What are they looking for?
  
• What sections matter most to them?
  

Why you need to attend this session: Most people who advise you on what to do with your LI profile aren't LinkedIn experts, let alone hiring for positions

 

This session will be facilitated by Ed Lawrence, a National Certified Online Profile Expert (NCOPE) who communicates regularly with recruiters to stay current with their methods.

 

To Register/Login to Your Account: https://50plusjobseekers.org/events/

 

For more information contact: 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com

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Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

CPRW; NCOPE

Certified Interview Coach

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee

 

 

MCOA Session - Tuesday Feb-21 - LinkedIn from the Recruiter Perspective

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50+ Job Seekers: Event - LinkedIn Job Search - Feb 22

50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups

This free program is available through a grant from the Massachusetts Councils on Aging (MCOA) and the Executive Office of Elder Affairs

LinkedIn Part 2: The Job-Search

Tuesday February 22: 10 AM – 12 PM

In this 2nd of two sessions on LinkedIn, we discuss how to effectively use LinkedIn to find and apply for jobs, including:

·        How to learn who is hiring

·        How to find even more companies to target

·        How to find connectors at your targets

·        How to use LinkedIn filters

·        And much more!

 

Why you need to know about this:  LinkedIn is the world's number 1 recruiter/networking/job site. Mastering LinkedIn greatly enhances your chance of being found and landing a job.

 

Start your journey towards self-realization, reinvention and transformation with these virtual sessions

New to the program? Registration is Required: https://50plusjobseekers.org/outreach/registration/

For more information contact  Denise Magnett: 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com

The mission of our program is to provide job seekers in the 50+ demographic with robust materials, strategies, content, and guidance to network and navigate their way through a successful job search or encore career search campaign.  Over the course of our Interactive Workshop Series, you'll learn how to execute your job search campaign with confidence and success. This preparation will Equip, Enable and Empower you in all aspects of the job search process.

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Thank you,

Ed Lawrence

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE

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50+ Job Seekers: Event - LinkedIn Job Search - Feb 22

FM #540 - Virtual Person On Street - Brian Brannan - 05/03/21 (audio)

FM #540 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 540 in the series. 

This session of the radio show shares my conversation with Brian Brannan. My first “person on the street” interview. Although we did do this via a virtual conference bridge to adhere to the ‘social distancing’ requirements of this pandemic period.

Brian and I get to know each other as we explore his work, Quality Assurance testing for Terrible Posture Games. Yes, this was a fun adventure. You will likely learn a thing or two. I did. Especially on how ‘gamer’ is not a good term to use these days.

The recording runs about 32 minutes, so let’s listen to my conversation with Brian

Audio file =>  https://player.captivate.fm/episode/f8ae6e9c-e605-4f2f-a297-02711863c962

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Brian’s LinkedIn profile =  https://www.linkedin.com/in/xevo1979/ 

3 out of 10 = https://www.terribleposture.com/3-out-of-10/ 

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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm). 

This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.

How can you help?

• If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
• If you don't like something here, please let me know

Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.

For additional information, please visit   Franklinmatters.org/  or www.franklin.news/

If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com

The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana"  c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.

I hope you enjoy!

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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"

 

Brian’s LinkedIn profile photo

50+ Job Seekers Group - this week's events

Upcoming events from the 50+ Jobseekers Networking program.

Join us for these exciting events

Hello 50+ Job Seeker! TGIF! Mark your calendar with the line-up of workshops and events coming for the rest of this month! And learn about how you may be eligible for free internet and a Chromebook! 50+ BILINGUAL WORKSHOP: WED APR 21st at 1pm We invite you to attend our first Bilingual Workshop: April 21, 1-3pm: Skills Assessment and New Career Pathways *Advanced Registration Required for this Workshop* Please Share attached flyers: English Spanish Register here:  https://50plusjobseekers.org/outreach/registration/ Register Here Thurs, Apr 22nd: 10-1130am: INTERACTIVE PANEL EVENT I CAN HEAR YOU NOW! Why Listening is a Silver Bullet in your Job Search Toolbox with Jennifer Wasmer, DaySpring Communications In this workshop, we'll explore and practice techniques that will immediately improve your listening skills. We'll also learn the basics of the Authentic Communication Methodology and see why LISTEN is its central principle.   Thursday, April 22nd, 10-1130am *Advanced Registration is Required for this Special Event* Share the attached Promotional Flyer with your network! Register here:   https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYqfuqopjspG9fMkFRWh94kb4Ovz75LL7CW Register Here Announcing the MIC Initiative! How Mass Internet Connect can help YOU! Are you being held back in your job search because you have no internet or poor internet connectivity? Are you in need of a laptop or Chromebook?? MIC is a Partnership comprised of the Mass Technology Collaborative [MTC] and MassHire Career Center System. To find free or low cost internet and computers, please follow these simple steps: Learn about the Mass Internet Connect [MIC] that provides free internet and Chromebooks: https://www.mass.gov/mic Register with MassHire JobQuest: https://jobquest.dcs.eol.mass.gov/jobquest/ Call MassHire  Career Centers near you and ask for internet and Chromebook: https://www.mass.gov/masshire-career-centers   50+ Interactive Workshop Series in April: Session #7: Using LinkedIn as a Job Search Tool: Fri 4/9-1pm; Tues 4/13-10am; Mon 4/19-630pm   Session #8: Create a Marketing Plan for your Job Search: Fri 4/23-1pm; Tues 4/27-10am; Mon 5/3-630pm   G2G Networking Session: April 20th at 10am. Link to Attend Workshops and G2G Networking Sessions Please visit our website for additional information! For questions, contact 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com MCOA | 50plusjobseekers.org

50+ Group 1st session for Using LinkedIn for the Jobsearch

Interactive Workshop Series: Session #7

Using LinkedIn as Job Search Tool

Offered: Fri Apr 9^th 1-3pm; Tue Apr 13^th 10 am  – Noon and Mon Apr 19^th 6:30-8:30pm

Virtual Doors open 10 minutes before session begins.

Workshops begin promptly at the listed start time.

Facilitators: Melody Beach and Ed Lawrence

 

During the 7th session in our 12-part Interactive Workshop Series, we discuss LinkedIn, specifically using it to research companies, connect with people, and land a position.

 

Join us as we discuss using LinkedIn to not just network, but to use it as a powerful job search tool. Having an attractive LI profile is not enough; it's expected. What are you going to do with it?

 

This session is the 2nd of two sessions that focus on using LinkedIn effectively during your job-search.

 

This session isn't just a one-way presentation; it's interactive; poses questions; presents real-time exercises; and challenges your mindset. In addition, it provides time for you to network with other 50+ Job Seekers.

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Are you willing to do what it takes to land a job during uncertain, challenging times? If so, we invite you to join the 50+ Job Seekers program. These twelve workshops build a foundation for one purpose---landing you a job.

Download a copy of the flyer here ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1y90_3GrGrqBLw4OaYyBL6mLBjwpJkYSb/view?usp=sharing

50+ Session on LinkedIn Profiles - Starts Tuesday - Mar 23, 2021

Interactive Workshop Series: Session #6

Creating a Robust LinkedIn Profile

Offered: Tue Mar 23^rd 10-12N; Fri Mar 26^th 1-3pm;
 and Mon Apr 5^th 6:30-8:30pm

Virtual Doors open 15 minutes before session begins.

Workshops begin promptly at the listed start time.

Facilitators: Melody Beach and Ed Lawrence

 

During the 6th session in our 12-part Interactive Workshop Series, we discuss LinkedIn, specifically the elements for a powerful profile.

 

Join us---Learn the elements that will turn your passive profile into an active one. Just having a LinkedIn isn't enough---It's expected.

 

This session is the first of two sessions that focus using LinkedIn effectively during your job-search.

 

This session isn't just a one-way presentation; it's interactive; poses questions; presents real-time exercises; and challenges your mindset. In addition, it provides time for you to network with other 50+ Job Seekers.

If you have previously attended a 50+ session, to attend this LinkedIn session, use the link we sent you previously to join one of the resume sessions. 

 

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New to the program? Registration is Required:
https://50plusjobseekers.org/outreach/registration/

50+ Job Seekers Program Fall Schedule

Eight Bi-weekly Sessions: Tuesdays 10 am – Noon

Thanks to new funding from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and MCOA, we are excited to announce our 6th year and offer 50+ Job Seekers eight virtual, interactive workshops starting September 15th.
 
The 50+ Job Seekers program is now launching its 6th year, providing career transition support, strategies, materials and guidance to the 50+ demographic of job seekers.

Come network with fellow job seekers, pick up new skills or refresh your current
ones. We present the topics essential to your job search. We equip and empower you to be successful. Learn from our experienced Career Coach facilitators.

Mark your calendar and commence your journey to re-Invention and transformation.

• 9/15: Self-Assessment, Career Pathways and Ageism
• 9/29: Turn your Resume into a Marketing Tool
• 10/13: Create a Robust LinkedIn Profile
• 10/27: Use LinkedIn as a Job Search Tool
• 11/10: Develop your STARS/PARS
• 11/24: Network your way to a New Career
• 12/8: Create a Marketing Plan/Job Search Toolbox
• 12/15: Panel Event: Practice Interviewing with Employers

To Register: If you have already attended 50+ sessions or townhalls, you will receive an invitation from one of our Group Leaders to register for these events.
If you are New to the 50+ program and have never attended any sessions, registration is required. Use the link below to register; select Town Hall and complete the rest of the form. Upon receipt, you will receive an email with a link to attend the event.

https://50plusjobseekers.org/outreach/registration/

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Ed Lawrence
Group Leader

50+ Job Seekers Program Fall Schedule

Franklin 50+ job-seeker program: Using LinkedIn as a Powerful Job Search Tool

Using LinkedIn as a Powerful Job Search Tool

Navigating Your Way to a New Career!

Facilitator: Edward Lawrence; Career Coach
Co-facilitator: Erin Rogers; Social Services Coordinator

Once you have a LinkedIn (LI) profile, it is essential to use LI as a research tool to identify target companies you may want to work for; jobs you may want to apply for; and people you may want to network with, because they may be able to assist during in your search.

Reviewing the LinkedIn profiles of people working in the desired field or in the desired job will help you enhance your own LI profile and provide guidance on types of jobs and companies that should be part of your search.

Guest Speaker: Kara Cohen, AARP Massachusetts

Guest Speaker: Janice Heller, who offers solution-based career development guidance as well as insightful, results-oriented work and life coaching. Her website is https://janicehellercareercoach.com

Program Pre-Registration (once per town location) is required:
https://50plusjobseekers.org/outreach/registration/

Registration is required for this specific online meeting:

• After you register for the 50+ Program, we will place you on a list to receive promos that contain a meeting’s registration information.
• If you have registered previously with the town that virtually hosts the session, there is no need for you to register again.

Note: 50+ Virtual sessions offered via Zoom are recorded; so, they may be available for later viewing by program participants.

For additional information about this program, please contact Erin Rogers; Social Services Coordinator, Franklin Senior Center; erogers@franklinma.gov; (508) 520-4945.

A copy of the flyer can be found here
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_1XHwjhKN8g-SDJOC0t25RRpbCC1VXpa/view?usp=sharing
 

Franklin 50+ job-seeker program: Using LinkedIn as a Powerful Job Search Tool

Franklin Public Library - December 2019 - News & Events for adults

Franklin Public Library - December 2019 News & Events

Library Hours
The Franklin Public Library will close at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 24th, and will be closed Wednesday, December 25th for Christmas Day. The Library will be closing at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31st, and will be closed on Wednesday, January 1st. The Library's regular hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Sunday, 1:30-5:00 p.m.

Patriots Hall of Fame Pass Now Available
The Patriots Hall of Fame pass is once again available to be reserved. This pass gives free admission to two people. For more information, please visit https://www.franklinma.gov/franklin-public-library/links/museum-passes-0 .

Al Testa Renaissance V Brass Quintet Holiday Concert
Sunday, December 1, 2:00 p.m.
Get in the holiday spirit with Al Testa's Renaissance V Brass Quintet! They will play a selection of holiday favorites for all to enjoy. This performance is free and open to the public.

The Importance of LinkedIn, Tuesday, December 3, 6:30 p.m.
 Did you know that there are over 340 million LinkedIn users worldwide? Two people join every second of every day.  We will review best practices as they relate to online profile creation and managing one's account.  We will also discuss the many additional usages of LinkedIn including the importance of joining groups and getting others to offer testimonials.
Presenter: Gary Gekow.  Mr. Gekow has over 20 years of employment consulting and recruiting experience in the Boston marketplace.  He also works with individuals throughout New England assisting them with job search strategies. This program is free and open to the public.

Snowman Paint-Along Class for Adults, Saturday, December 7, 2:00 p.m.
Paint along with artist Denise Palmieri, and create an adorable snowman! This class is for adults, and is limited to twenty participants. Please register with Assistant Library Director Kim Shipala at kshipala@minlib.net or by calling 508-520-4941.

Krissy E Christmas Trivia Night, Monday, December 9, 6:30 p.m.
It's time for Christmas Trivia at the Franklin Public Library hosted by Krissy E! Test your knowledge of all things Christmas – television, movies, music, literature, history, tradition, and more. This program is free and open to the public.

Foreign Film Night, Tuesday, December 10, 6:30 p.m.
Black Orpheus. Portuguese (1959)
Winner of both the Academy Award for best foreign-language film and the Cannes Film Festival's Palme d'Or, Marcel Camus' Black Orpheus brings the ancient Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice to the twentieth-century madness of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro.
With its eye-popping photography and ravishing, epochal soundtrack, Black Orpheus was an international cultural event, and it kicked off the bossa nova craze that set hi-fis across America spinning. This showing is free and open to the public.

Julian Gerstin Sextet, Wednesday, December 11, 7:00 p.m.
The Julian Gerstin Sextet reimagines Caribbean musical traditions for a border-crossing world. Rhythmic drive from a battery of unusual percussion instruments combines with lyrical melodies and jazz sophistication. To see videos of the group, please visitwww.juliangerstin.com/music.
Now in its fifth year, the Sextet has performed throughout New England. We have released two CDs, described as "uproarious and jubilant … sweet and strong like sugarcane" (DeeDee McNeil, musicalmemoirs.com) and "dynamic and lively" (Dick Metcalf, Contemporary Fusion Reviews). Our 2018 CD release, The Old City, received extensive radio airplay in Latin America and on US college radio (Top 100, 2018).

Julian Gerstin (PhD, MFA) is an ethnomusicologist, percussionist and composer. He has performed Caribbean music for over forty years, conducted research in Martinique and Cuba, published numerous academic articles, and taught at Wesleyan, Clark, and San José State Universities. He is President of the Board of Directors of the Vermont Jazz Center.
The Sextet's other members live in southeastern Vermont and Massachusetts' Pioneer Valley, and include Anna Patton, clarinet; Don Anderson, trumpet; Eugene Uman, piano; Wes Brown, bass; and Ben James, drum set. Between them they have worked with a stellar array of musicians: Bo Diddley, Earl "Fatha" Hines, Sheila Jordan, Olatunji, Bobby Sanabria, Wadada Leo Smith, Anthony Davis, Marilyn Crispell, Ed Blackwell, Sonny Fortune, and many others.
The Julian Gerstin Sextet is a member of Creative Ground, New England Foundation for the Arts' select list of regional touring performance groups, and Julian is registered with NEFA as a teacher and workshop leader.

Technology Help, Saturday, December 15, 10:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
Staff from Nerds To Go Computer Service will be available to assist patrons with common technology issues such as email access, password reset/recovery, cell phone feature usage, getting onto public Wi-Fi, and accessing information on line. This service is free and is on a first come, first serve basis.

Franklin Public Library Book Club, Tuesday, December 17, 7:00 p.m.
The book for discussion is Becoming, by Michelle Obama. A limited number of copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Circulation Desk. Refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact Assistant Library Director Kim Shipala at kshipala@minlib.net .

Library Tech Help, Thursdays, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Need help downloading ebooks to your Kindle? Trouble downloading the Libby or Minuteman apps? Curious about hoopla, Kanopy, or the many databases available to Franklin residents? Stop by or make an appointment during Tech Time now available on Thursdays 2:00-3:00 p.m. Can't make that time? Don't worry, technology assistance is always available at the Reference Desk. Please contact Assistant Library Director Kim Shipala or Reference Librarian Vicki Earls for more information.

Proctoring Services
The Franklin Public Library will now be offering proctoring services to its patrons. Proctoring will be free of charge, and by appointment only. See Library Director Felicia Oti or Assistant Library Director Kim Shipala for more information. 

Knitting Group, Fridays, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Love to knit or crochet? Join our group of local fiber artists who will be meeting in the Friends of the Franklin Community Room on Fridays 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Franklin Library Book Sale
Friday, December 13, 1:00-5:00 p.m.  Saturday, December 14, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon.
All books are just one dollar!
Bag Sale - $5 A Bag—Saturday, December 14, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Come fill a brown bag with all the books you can!

Franklin Public Library - December 2019 - News & Events for adults