“This is an  ‘unconference’ for the unemployed and underemployed,” says Steve  Sherlock, lead organizer. “The event’s organizers and session  facilitators all have experience dealing with the challenges of layoffs  and unemployment, and they are enthusiastic about sharing what they’ve  learned in a peer-to-peer setting.”
“Job Search Jam Sessions participants will share experiences and  ideas with their peers, make potentially valuable new contacts and  refine their job search skills. And at the end of the day they’ll return  home more confident and motivated to pursue new opportunities.”
The Job Search Jam Sessions will feature both seminar-like sessions  and informal opportunities to network in small groups. There will be  sessions devoted to job interviews and the use of social media sites  such as LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.  The agenda will be adapted to  reflect the needs and interests of participants.