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Wednesday, April 13, 2022

50+ Job Seekers: Personal Branding with Stephen Melanson

50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Group
Thursday, April 21st: 2 - 4 pm

Stephen Melanson

Personal Branding: How to use 'Simplicity' to differentiate, compete, and win

Personal Branding is a particularly difficult path these days with so much competition in the marketplace. Not only do you need to capture the right people's attention, but once you do, you are often dealing with an overwhelmed and skeptical audience.

Simplicity and Verbal Branding solves these and many more issues for finding your next role.

 

Join us as Stephen Melanson explains:

 

·        How to apply Simplicity as a mission-critical, multi-impact business tool.

·        What Verbal Branding is and why it's a game-changer.

·        Why you should eliminate the elevator pitch mindset forever.

·        How to marginalize the competition.

·        Why memory might be the most important issue of all.

·        How to expand your networking capability and reach.

·        The business math equation that drives performance.

·        How to painlessly practice and see immediate results.

 

Stephen Melanson is the President of Melanson Consulting, which was founded in 2004. He is a management consultant, trainer, Verbal Branding expert, and – as featured on Forbes.com – originator of the only 'Differentiation and Business Simplicity' platform of its kind worldwide. Mr. Melanson is a service provider for individuals and small through Fortune 100 firms.

 

Register in advance for this special event:

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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.


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


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


Thank you!


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Ed Lawrence
Authorized DISC Administrator
Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE

50+ Job Seekers: Personal Branding with Stephen Melanson
50+ Job Seekers: Personal Branding with Stephen Melanson
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Monday, April 11, 2022

Upcoming Sessions for the 50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups

Tuesday April 12 - 10 am - Practice Interviewing (Ed Lawrence, facilitator)
If already registered with the program, you can use the same link you have used to join previous Tuesday sessions this year.

Thursday April 14 - 11 am - Savvy Seeker Series: MassHire Services with special guest Kim Leonard, Dept of Career Services

Thursday April 21 - 2 pm - Special Event: Personal Branding with special guest Stephen Melanson

Tuesday April 26 - 10 am - Job Applications (Melody Beach, facilitator)
If already registered with the program, you can use the same link you have used to join previous Tuesday sessions this year.

Thursday April 28 - 11 am - Savvy Seeker Series: Reimagining Gender with special guest Sarah Gustafson

Register in advance for this event:


Wednesday May 4 - 2 pm - Savvy Seeker Series: The Sociology of Aspirations with special guest Ofer Sharone

Register in advance for this event:



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

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

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


Thank you,

Ed Lawrence
Group Leader, MCOA
CPRW; NCOPE; Member, CPRW Certification Committee


Upcoming Sessions for the 50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups
Upcoming Sessions for the 50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Practice Interviewing: Thursday afternoon 2 - 3:30 PM -> Framingham Public Library & virtual

* 1st Thursday of the month, through August.
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* Made possible by a grant to The Framingham Public Library and Framingham State University
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Ed Lawrence
Authorized DISC Administrator
Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE

Practice Interviewing: Thursday afternoon 2 - 3:30 PM
Practice Interviewing: Thursday afternoon 2 - 3:30 PM
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Saturday, April 2, 2022

Savvy Seeker Series: Caring Transitions with Steve Harvey - Apr 7

50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups presents...

Savvy Seeker Series: Caring Transitions with Steve Harvey!
Thursday, April 7, 11 am - 12 pm

Please register in advance for this event! -> https://lnkd.in/g9yt-vUP

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


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Ed Lawrence
Authorized DISC Administrator
Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE


Savvy Seeker Series: Caring Transitions with Steve Harvey - Apr 7
Savvy Seeker Series: Caring Transitions with Steve Harvey - Apr 7

Tuesday, March 29, 2022

Upcoming Practice Interviewing Sessions with Ed Lawrence

Upcoming Practice Interviewing Sessions

Wednesday April 6th 10 AM

Register in advance for this Zoom meeting:

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Thursday April 7th; 2-3:30 PM: Practice Interviewing courtesy of the Framingham Public Library.

No need to register; use the link to join!

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50+ Job Seekers Networking Program 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

Session 11: Interview Practice - Tuesday April 12th: 10 am – 12 pm

Congratulations, you were invited to an interview and have been preparing by investigating the company, its competitors, and the people you will likely meet.

You’ve also been preparing your STAR/PAR stories. But, how do you know you are ready?

 You practice.

 Why you need to do this: Actors understand how practice isn’t enough. That’s why they have dress rehearsals. Even the live TV show Saturday Night Live (SNL) has a dress rehearsal!

 Practicing your interviewing skills has been proven to enhance your chance of landing the job.


If you are already in the program, use the same link you used for any previous Tuesday session you attended this year.

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

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


Should you have any questions about the above sessions, feel free to contact me.

Ed Lawrence
Authorized DISC Administrator
Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE


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Upcoming Practice Interviewing Sessions with Ed Lawrence
Upcoming Practice Interviewing Sessions with Ed Lawrence

Monday, March 28, 2022

Neighbors-helping-Neighbors meets virtually, paying it forward, focusing on networking and support

Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA, Inc. (NhN) is a cost-free, grassroots, nationally and internationally recognized job search support and networking organization.

The group's culture is based on a pay it forward model with a focus on networking and support.

Meetings are designed to help anyone in career advancement and career transition including:
  • unemployed
  • underemployed
  • recent college graduates
  • veterans
  • people re- entering the job market
  • preparing for job change
  • small business owners
  • volunteer work
The meetings offer advice in job search strategies, techniques and tools, support, motivation, leadership and networking opportunities.

Developing the skills of conducting a job search campaign in today's new job market. NhN video conferenced meetings are led by community leaders/facilitators volunteers who have been trained and are practicing and developing their leadership skills while delivering the very successful NhN USA agenda led meeting model.

Founded in River Edge, NJ on January 27 2011, by John R. Fugazzie Neighbors-helping-Neighbors has fostered a "pay it forward" culture, NhN is supported by an award winning web site, LinkedIn group, and a Facebook group.


Weekly Free Meetings
Time : 7:00-7:45pm
Visit the home page and click on the Google Meeting link for the week you are looking to attend  www.nhnusa.org

For more information contact John R. Fugazzie Founder email: john@nhnusa.org

NhN is also looking to recruit volunteers to be trained to lead their weekly virtual meetings


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I have met John Fugazzie, but I am not a member of NhN.
I am forwarding this info to help job-seekers. 

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Ed Lawrence
Authorized DISC Administrator
Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE

Neighbors-helping-Neighbors meets virtually, paying it forward, focusing on networking and support
Neighbors-helping-Neighbors meets virtually, paying it forward, focusing on networking and support


Monday, March 21, 2022

Interview Preparation session - MCOA 50+ Program

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

Session 10: Interview Preparation

Tuesday March 22nd: 10 am – 12 pm

Congratulations, you've been invited to an interview! What do you do next? Prepare! And prepare. And prepare.

But, how?

Join facilitator Melody Beach, as she discusses all things interview-related, with an emphasis on what you should do before the interview.

 

Why you need to know about this: The interview is the landing that follows all the mental and physical gymnastics of your job-search. Perfect the interview landing and your chance of landing the job goes way up!

 

Start your journey towards self-realization, reinvention and transformation with our virtual sessions - delivered via Zoom.


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


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

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Four different promo formats are attached.

Please post them, print them, or share them with anybody who could benefit by attending.

This prep session will be followed in two weeks by a practice/mock interview session.


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Thanks!
Ed Lawrence


Interview Preparation session - MCOA 50+ Program
Interview Preparation session - MCOA 50+ Program


Sunday, March 13, 2022

50+ Job Seekers: Virtual Event - Monday 3/14 @ 6:30 PM on "Ageism"

Via Ed Lawrence:


On Monday evening, I will present an updated edition of my Ageism presentation, courtesy of the Southwick Public Library.

From the library's event page:

Ageism is illegal. It's also rampant. Thousands of smart and experienced workers can't land a job, because of misguided perceptions and biases.

Come join us as we discuss ageism and present tips for not only handling it, but also using the perceptions to your advantage.

We'll also present the history of age discrimination court cases, common mistakes made by mature interviewees, a list of perceptions and how to deal with them.

If you're concerned about ageism, this is the presentation for you. Please email southwicklibrary@comcast.net or stop by the library to sign up. 

This program is brought to you with federal funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and administered by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.

Hope you will consider joining us.

Thanks,

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Ed Lawrence
Authorized DISC Administrator
Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE
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50+ Job Seekers:  Virtual Event - Monday 3/14 @ 6:30 PM on "Ageism"
50+ Job Seekers:  Virtual Event - Monday 3/14 @ 6:30 PM on "Ageism"

Saturday, March 12, 2022

50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups -Special Zoom Event - Apr 21

50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups
Special Zoom Event

Thursday, April 21st: 2 - 4 pm

Stephen Melanson

Personal Branding: How to use ‘Simplicity’ to differentiate, compete, and win

 Personal Branding is a particularly difficult path these days with so much competition in the marketplace. Not only do you need to capture the right people’s attention, but once you do, you are often dealing with an overwhelmed and skeptical audience. Simplicity and Verbal Branding solves these and many more issues for finding your next role.

 

Join us as Stephen Melanson explains:

 

·        How to apply Simplicity as a mission-critical, multi-impact business tool.

·        What Verbal Branding is and why it’s a game-changer.

·        Why you should eliminate the elevator pitch mindset forever.

·        How to marginalize the competition.

·        Why memory might be the most important issue of all.

·        How to expand your networking capability and reach.

·        The business math equation that drives performance.

·        How to painlessly practice and see immediate results.

 

Stephen Melanson is the President of Melanson Consulting, which was founded in 2004. He is a management consultant, trainer, Verbal Branding expert, and – as featured on Forbes.com – originator of the only ‘Differentiation and Business Simplicity’ platform of its kind worldwide. Mr. Melanson is a service provider for individuals and small through Fortune 100 firms.

 

Register in advance for this special event:

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtf-GopjMtGtREV5kEQqte0vH5UHAhPid0

 

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

 Download a flyer for this event as a reminder ->   https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OorGp7zOCwrws83aTh-naV1aJUgC8b2v/view?usp=sharing

50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups -Special Zoom Event - Apr 21
50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups -Special Zoom Event - Apr 21

Monday, February 28, 2022

Can you say "Dinobaby? - Virtual Presentation on Ageism - Monday 3/14/22 @ 6:30 PM

Please share this with anyone who could benefit by attending.

I shared it a couple of weeks ago and a few days someone shared it with me. They suggested I might want to see it.  I replied, "I'm presenting!"

This Zoom program is made possible by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and presented by the Southwick Public Library.

I've updated the presentation-- more animation; less text. Yes, there will be discussion time; breakout sessions; recent news.  Can you say "Dinobaby?"

If you are concerned about ageism during your job search, please seriously consider joining the event.

It's virtual.  You don't have to drive out to Southwick. You can join us from the comfort of your own home!  (BTW, it's a beautiful library.)

To sign up:   Email Southwicklibrary@comcast.net

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me.

Have a great week!
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Ed Lawrence
Authorized DISC Administrator
Member, CPRW Certification Committee; NCOPE

Can you say "Dinobaby? - Virtual Presentation on Ageism - Monday 3/14/22 @ 6:30 PM
Can you say "Dinobaby? - Virtual Presentation on Ageism - Monday 3/14/22 @ 6:30 PM
1st interactive session of 50+Program: Tuesday, Nov 9 , 2021

Sunday, February 20, 2022

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

Tuesday, February 8, 2022

New February Workshops for 50+Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups


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Hello Job Seeker!


We have an exciting line-up of 50+ Job Seekers events and workshops for February 2022!

Thurs, Feb 10th, 11 am – 12 pm:

Resilience Through Difficult Times

Savvy Seeker Series with Karen Sowsy!


Karen Sowsy is the Project Manager of the 50+ Jobseekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups. She has extensive experience working with 50+ job seekers through her work with MassHire and Operation ABLE.

Are you finding it hard to bounce back from life stressors?


Resilience is the ability to withstand adversity and bounce back from difficult life events. Being resilient does not mean that people don't experience stress, emotional upheaval, and suffering. In this workshop, you will learn techniques to tap into your strengths and support systems, overcome challenges and work through problems! Please Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYrdOiuqzksEtIhZX0cTCnoBPV6ClwUXYiU

Thurs, Feb 17th, 2 pm - 4 pm: Informational Interviewing Roundtable

Special Event


Informational interviews (aka informational sessions) are informal meetings at which one seeks insights on a career path, industry, or company, and asks for general career advice from someone who has experience and knowledge in the areas of interest. Both parties are focused simply on acquiring and sharing knowledge.


At this session you will learn:

·       The #1 rule for informational interviewing.

·       The 3 things you want to take from every session.

·       How to identify potential informational interviewers.

·       How to turn conversations into opportunities

·       What the interviewers want to hear from you.


Please Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcocO2trT8iHtUDBnInX0A9f0TChTH6WAMg

 

Tues, Feb 22nd, 10 am - 12 pm: LinkedIn Part 2: Job Search Tool

Interactive Workshop


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! (SEE ZOOM DETAIL BELOW)

Thurs, Feb 24th, 10:30 am - 12 pm: 

Volunteering as a Pathway to Employment, Part II

Savvy Seeker Series - Panel Discussion, with moderator, David Guydan!


This seminar is the second part of a two-part series on volunteerism. Part 2 will feature a panel discussion by experts in the fields of civic engagement, volunteerism, and employment, and Philistine Waters and Jon Reuman, who have successfully transitioned from volunteering to employment.


Please Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUtf-6gpz8pEtFAw3u6ySQuJN5HZ_X2Pf7x

Kara Cohen is the Manager of Community Outreach and Volunteer Engagement with AARP Massachusetts State Office. Kara provides direction for the AARP MA volunteer program and leadership and guidance for the management of the Age-Friendly Network in MA, working to enhance AARP's contributions at the local level.

Doug Dickson is the Chair & Director of Encore Boston Network.

Doug was previously President of Discovering What's Next and the Life Planning Network. In 2010, he co-founded the national Encore Network, of which Encore Boston Network is a member. Doug helped to found Encore Boston Network in 2012.

Chris Woods is the Program Officer for Volunteer Initiatives for Massachusetts Service Alliance. Chris is an AmeriCorps NCCC alumni who joined the MSA team in 2019. Through his time spent in AmeriCorps and as a Volunteer Coordinator, he has seen first-hand how the power of volunteers can impact communities and drive social change. 

This event is offered by 50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups in collaboration with AARP, Discovery Centers for Civic Engagement, Encore Boston Network, and Massachusetts Service Alliance.


Questions: Email us at 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com

 

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