50+ Job Seekers: Workshop - June 1 on Part-time work by choice

This free program is available through a grant from the Massachusetts Councils on Aging (MCOA) and the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA) Hello, Job Seeker! We have an exciting 50+ Job Seekers event this week you won't want to miss! Thurs, June 1st, 10:00 - 11:00 am  Part-Time Work By Choice: Tips for Finding and Maintaining Part-time Professional Work Savvy Seeker Series: Panel with Leanne Rodd! According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the total number of people working part-time voluntarily - 22 million in January 2023 - is now almost six times the 4.1 million who are working part-time but would prefer full-time hours. Driven by caregiving, burnout, and the economic realities of inflation, the part-time work landscape has shifted dramatically with more opportunities for those seeking flexibility. During this panel discussion, we'll talk about recent shifts in the part-time landscape and hear tips for finding and maintaining part-time, professional jobs, including: - Tips for finding part-time opportunities - Job attributes that work well with a part-time schedule  - Negotiating a part-time schedule for new/current roles - Setting clear and positive boundaries for work hours and deliverables - Effective communication strategies - Pros and cons of working part-time This panel discussion is offered by 50+ Job Seekers in MA, co-presented with Encore Boston Network, and hosted by FlexProfessionals, a Boston-area talent resource specializing in flexible, professional roles. Leanne Rodd, Director of Talent at FlexProfessionals, will moderate the discussion. Register Now Check out our Current Openings page for job opportunities! Website: https://50plusjobseekers.org/ Questions: Email us at 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com

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MindShift: The image tells the four point story well

MindShift (@MindShiftKQED) tweeted on Sat, Apr 29, 2023:

"Creating something new and useful requires us to work in the realm of the unknown" - Greg Satell

Sketchnote by @tnvora https://t.co/0zfdHJoM1u

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/MindShiftKQED/status/1652287867094454272

The image tells the four point story well

MindShift: The image tells the four point story well

Free Practice Interview group meets tomorrow (Wed)

Now in our 6th year!!

Tomorrow/Wednesday April 12th

3:30 - 5pm at the main branch Framingham Public Library on Lexington St.

We meet on the lower level in the Program Room.

All are welcome.

If you know anyone who could benefit by attending, please share this information with them.

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Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

CPRW; NCOPE

Certified Interview Coach

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee

Free Practice Interview group meets tomorrow (Wed)

Self Assessment - In person session - Tuesday April 4 - Natick Community/Senior Center

This Tuesday April 4, I will facilitate a MCOA  "Self Assessment" program at the Natick Community & Senior Center. 117 East Central Street  Natick, MA 01760.

 2 - 3:30 PM

• We will discuss assessments and why companies require them.
• Learn how to "Work from the inside out."
• We will review "why people hire people."
• You'll have the chance to take some free assessments.
•  Meet people in person - Network!

Even if you don't register, come on by!  Walk-ins welcome.

If you know anyone who could benefit by attending, share this information with them!  It's free.

Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

CPRW; NCOPE

Certified Interview Coach

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee

Self Assessment - In person session - Tuesday April 4 - Natick Community/Senior Center

MCOA Interactive Workshop: Branding & Conducting Your Job Campaign - March 28

Interactive Workshop: Branding & Conducting Your Job Campaign

Tuesday March 28^th: 10 AM  – 11:30 AM

 

Tom Peters famously said, "We are CEOs of our own companies: Me, Inc."

 

But, what does that mean we should do?

It means you need to brand yourself just as companies do.

 

Join us to learn about and discuss personal branding and marketing yourself.

Why you need to know about this: Effective personal branding will differentiate you from the competition and allow you to build trust with prospective clients and employers. Mastering personal branding puts you in the top 2% of applicants and greatly enhances your chance of being selected for the job.

 

New to the program?  Registration is required.

https://50plusjobseekers.org/event/branding-and-conducting-your-job-campaign/

 

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 Interactive Workshop: Branding & Conducting Your Job Campaign - March 28

Franklin Downtown Partnership Members Networking Party - Mar 22

Franklin Downtown Partnership  Members Networking Party Wednesday, March 22, 5 PM to 7 PM at Escape Into Fiction Enjoy food and beverage - La Cantina will be there with wine & beer Network Meet the FDP Board of Directors See the New Art Gallery Check Out New Books & Gifts Bring a Friend! You won't want to miss this party and networking event!

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2 Franklin Downtown Partnership Networking Events in March

TWO FDP NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES The Franklin Downtown Partnership is offering two networking opportunities this month for its members. Please come to either or both events! Breakfast Networking Friday, March 17 8 AM to 9 AM Dean College Campus Center Dining Hall After Hours Networking Event Wednesday, March 22 5 PM to 7 PM Escape Into Fiction LaCantina will be there with wine and beer. View the art gallery and see new book selections. Visit our website

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Tewksbury Library Network presents Power Networking with Eric Ross

Ed Lawrence writes:

'I'm sharing this notice from Robert Hayes of the Tewksbury Library, because I know the presenter Eric Ross and recommend his methods. He is known as one of the region's best networkers.

I even have a copy of his DVD, "Power Networking."

If you are uncomfortable networking OR are comfortable, but need a process---you should attend this session.

How To Power Network Monday, March 27, 2 PM

Learn all the tools necessary to develop extensive networks that access the hidden job market and that will pay continuing dividends throughout one's career. Attendees will learn a comprehensive step-by-step process that starts with people they already know and generates a continuing source of new and valued professional contacts. Through networking, many of these contacts become "helpers" in the job search and often become life-long professional or personal friends. Networking in a job search is truly relationship marketing of oneself in his/her target market. The presentation will give attendees a thorough overview of the total person-to-person networking process. Led by Eric Ross, who is often acknowledged as New England's master networker. Ross landed all of the industrial senior executive positions he's held over the last 20 years through the networking approach and methods explained in his Power Networking presentation. Register directly on Zoom HERE. NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 24 hours of the program.

Have a great day and a terrific week!"

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Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

CPRW; NCOPE

Certified Interview Coach

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee

Tewksbury Library Network presents Power Networking with Eric Ross

Franklin Downtown Partnership networking breakfast Jan 20; General Mtg, Feb 2

(1) Join the Franklin Downtown Partnership for a networking breakfast on Friday, January 20 from 8 AM to 9 AM in the dining room of the Dean College Campus Center for a bite to eat and the opportunity to network with other FDP members!

Franklin Downtown Partnership networking breakfast Jan 20, 2023 at 8 AM

(2) The next Franklin  Downtown Partnership General Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 2 at 8:30 AM Join us in the Dean College Dr. Paula Rooney Student Center on the second floor in the Golder Room.

For more about the Franklin Downtown Partnership visit them web page ->

https://www.franklindowntownpartnership.org/

Focused networking advice

Great advice when you consider the content in the context of the character. A good model (and spelled out) for someone to follow and re-purpose for their own goals and objectives.

John B. Holbein (@JohnHolbein1) tweeted on Tue, Jan 10, 2023:

"lol who did this"   https://t.co/8mTcq10SB7

Focused networking advice

Shared from Twitter -> https://twitter.com/JohnHolbein1/status/1612906809294987280

   

Networking Your Way to a New Job - Dec 6

Topic: Networking Your Way to a New Job

Where: Zoom/Virtual

When:  Tuesday December 6 @ 12:30 pm  [1 hr session]

To register: 

Call the Natick Service Council's Brack Career Center; 508-655-1791 

OR use your phone and scan the QR code in the attached flyer

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MC5AbtF1dd7axSrZVAf-JGDSxnHvRVYI/view?usp=share_link

OR use this link -> https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwkd-CoqzkiEtLc6daiSIzH_pDXublLg4Qf

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Ed Lawrence

www.getstart-ed.com

CPRW; NCOPE

Certified Interview Coach

Authorized DISC Administrator

Member, CPRW Certification Committee

Networking Your Way to a New Job - Dec 6

New September 2022 Workshops offered for those looking for work

 

New Registration Process for All Events Offered By 50+ Job Seekers! If you registered with 50+ Job Seekers prior to August 22nd, you will automatically have a login for our website. All you need to do is go to https://50plusjobseekers.org/password-reset/ in order to set your password. Your user name will be this email address. If you have not previously completed the full registration form to create your profile, you will be asked to do so when you login.    Going forward, you will need to login to the website at https://50plusjobseekers.org/login/ to register for events. Once logged in, access the Master Calendar. Each event will have a booking button on it, and you can book as many events as you like. Immediately, you will receive confirmation of your bookings. A Zoom meeting link will then be emailed within 24 hours of the event to those who have registered.   Should you have any questions regarding this process, please contact 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com. If you have any trouble logging in, you may contact lynn@mcoaonline.com. Mon, Sept 19th, 10:00 – 11:30 am: Interview Practice with Ed Lawrence!

Ed Lawrence is the founder and principal of Getstarted LLC, through which he offers practical job-search advice, résumé-writing services, and assessments to help people gain meaningful employment or transition to a new career. Ed is a member of Professional Association of Resume Writers CPRW Certification Committee and is a group leader for 50+ Job Seekers in MA.

Ed Lawrence

For good or bad, first impressions matter. When interviewing you need to put your best foot forward, and that takes practice!   Do you have an interview coming up?   Do you know how to respond to behavioral questions?   Do you need suggestions on how to address gaps in employment?   Please join us for answers to your questions and learn how to respond to a variety of questions that may be presented to you during an interview! Thurs, Sept 22nd, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Introduction to Toastmasters Savvy Seeker Series with Barry Regan!

Barry Regan Barry Regan is a Distinguished Toastmaster and Operations Quality Manager at Waters Corporation. Barry credits Toastmasters for the communication and presentation skills he learned, which enabled him to advance at EMC/Dell and to make the transition to a manager role at Waters.

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators, and leaders. Please join Barry Regan to hear all about the Toastmasters program! Tues, Sept 27th, 6:30 – 8:00 pm: Should I Stay or Should I Go? Interactive Workshop with Melody Beach!

Melody Beach has more than 20 years as a Human Resources professional. In 2018, Melody founded Melody L. Beach Consulting Group, which provides human resources services to small- and medium-size companies and transitional coaching for individuals looking to make a change. Melody is a group leader for 50+ Job Seekers in MA.

Melody Beach

Are you currently employed…underemployed, unhappy with your current position or looking to pivot in a totally new career direction?   Are you unsure whether you should start or continue searching for a new job?   Are you trying to decide whether to accept a job offer or stay where you are?   If you answered yes to any of these questions, please join us as Melody Beach guides you through the process of weighing all the factors, some you may not even have considered, to help you decide if this is the right time for a career change!

Questions: Email us at 50plusjobseekersadmin@mcoaonline.com

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New September 2022 Workshops offered for those looking for work