Southwest Job Network and GCC to Host "Slow Networking" Event

Southwest Job Network Meeting

Go Slow to Go Fast in Your Job Search

The Southwest Job Network (SJN), previously known as Scottsdale Job Network, in partnership with Glendale Community College (GCC) is hosting a West Valley seminar and networking event, "Slow Networking Monday, July 13, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Glendale Community College-Student Union, Room 104, located at 6000 W. Olive Ave. in Glendale.

The goal of this seminar is to educate job seekers on how to conduct a mutually beneficial Slow Networking meeting. During the event, participants will learn step-by-step techniques for executing effective 20-30 minute discussions that result in professional referrals, job leads and new network connections. This event will also help job seekers expand their network by building new connections with fellow workshop attendees. Workshop registrants should come to the event with a prepared elevator speech. Course pre-work will be emailed prior to the workshop. Call (480) 513-1491 or email info@southwestjobnet.com for additional information.

Please pre-register at http://sjn-wv-slownetworking-07132009.eventbrite.com/

The Southwest Job Network (SJN) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides training, personal connections, access to resources and moral support for individuals in career transition. SJN leaders and trainers are volunteers who come from various industries including technology, healthcare, government, finance and human resources. Members represent the entire career spectrum of the metro Phoenix area. For more information, visit www.southwestjobnet.com

Southwest Jobs

SJN Southeast Valley Southwest Job Network Meeting

Southwest Job Network Meeting

Thurday July 9, 2009 Mesa Community College, 4:30-7 PM

Southwest Job Network

CREATING LEADS, NETWORKING presented by ERIC WALTON

Did you know that 75-80% of jobs are attained through networking? Believe it or notits true! Most people know what networking is and dont do it OR some think they are networking, but arent doing it correctly.

This presentation will take you through the steps of the networking process, which is likely not as difficult as you may think. Learning to network correctly will improve your skills in this key aspect of the job search process, giving you more control of your job search.

http://sjn-se-leads-07232009.eventbrite.com/

Location: Temple Chai - 4645 East Marilyn Road Phoenix, Arizona 85032

Thank you,
Bill Austin

Email: | Southwest Job Network | Voice Mail: Phone: (480) 513-1491

Southwest Job Network



Southwest Jobs

Scottsdale Job Network Meeting Orientation to SJN and Yahoo Group

Scottsdale Job Network Meeting

Tuesday February 3, 2009 - 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Scottsdale Jobs Network

Join us immediately after the next SJN meeting when Melody Stevens, member and trainer, will offer an overview and orientation to SJN and the Yahoo Group. New Members are encouraged to attend. This orientation is intended to expedite your connection to SJN resources and help jump start your job search--or escalate your effectiveness.

There are many resources inside Yahoo including an extensive Files Section with past presentations, membership list, links, resources to employer websites, networking, job searching tips, and more.

Any member experienced with Yahoo willing to offer this presentation in future should also attend. You will get familiar with the content of the PowerPoint presentation and be scheduled in future. With enough support, we will offer this orientation after the first meeting of each month.

Location: Temple Chai - 4645 East Marilyn Road Phoenix, Arizona 85032

Thank you,
Bill Austin

Email: | Scottsdale Job Network | Voice Mail: Phone: (480) 513-1491

Scottsdale Job Network



Scottsdale Jobs

Interviewing Skills Part 2

Scottsdale Job Network Workshop

Improving Your Interviewing Skills Part 2

Scottsdale Jobs Network

Join us on Tuesday, Dec 2, 2008 9-9:30 AM - Open Networking 9:30 AM - Meeting starts

Location: Temple Chai - 4645 East Marilyn Road Phoenix, Arizona 85032

INTERVIEWING, PART II

Facilitator: Jim OHara, President, Kellen James
SJN Board Member, Director of Curriculum Development

In Part II of Interviewing Skills, strategies designed to help you address liabilities, prepare your questions for the interviewer, and send your thank you communications are addressed.

Other helpful hints, including managing the offer, will be shared so that you will be prepared to advance your job search to job acceptance.

Thank you,
Bill Austin

Email: | Scottsdale Job Network | Voice Mail: Phone: (480) 513-1491

Scottsdale Job Network



James Barrera

Scottsdale Job Network Meeting SJN: Peace in the Home During Job Transition

Scottsdale Job Network Meeting

Scottsdale Jobs Network

Join us on Monday November 10, 2008 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Date: Monday November 10, 2008
Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: Temple Chai
SJN has invited a husband and wife team of family counselors, Sandy and Douglas Jardine, who are associated with Temple Chai, to offer a one-time workshop to address and help mitigate the impact of unemployment on couples and families. This is a special one-time workshop and members are encouraged to bring their spouse/significant other. No children please.

Thank you,
Bill Austin

Attend our regular meetings to learn more about the Job Search Process and about Phoenix Jobs

Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday mornings:

9-9:30 Networking, resume reviews, contact with recruiters

9:30 Welcome, announcements, introductions

10:00 Speaker begins

11:15 Speaker ends, feedback collected

Networking continues until 11:30

We meet at and use space provided by Temple Chai, 4645 East Marilyn Road, Phoenix, AZ 85032-4839. Temple Chai is located just east of the Piestawa Freeway (Route 51) and South & West of the loop 101 (PIMA FREEWAY SECTION). Marilyn Road is on the west side of Tatum Blvd. between Thunderbird and Greenway Roads

Scottsdale Job Network (SJN) is a non-profit community group of business leaders and volunteers. We are not a job placement forum, and we do not match candidates to openings nor do we send resumes to employers or recruiters. There is no guarantee of employment either directly through this group or as a result of association with SJN. We do, however, provide education in the job search process and all attendees have the opportunity to meet and work with people who offer support and guidance during employment transition.

The value of SJN lies in the skills, business networks and personal passions of our members. Membership is open to everyone willing to share their skills and anyone interested in local networking or in need of employment transition support.

Email: | Scottsdale Job Network | Voice Mail: Phone: (480) 513-1491

Scottsdale Job Network



Scottsdale Job Network

Creating Leads and Networking at Scottsdale Job Network

Scottsdale Job Network Meeting

Scottsdale Jobs Network

Join us on Tuesday October 21, 2008 9:00 am - 11:30 am for "Creating Leads, Networking"

Join us for NETWORKING at 9 AM and then for the fourth in a series of six programs developed for the SJN Curriculum on the Job Search Process, "Creating Leads, Networking."

I called a friend of mine, John, and asked him if there was an opening at his company. He said he wasnt sure, but didnt think so. I also called three other friends and told them I was looking for work. I asked them that if they heard of anyone who was hiring, would they please let me know. I spent the whole morning on the phone networking. Sound familiar? Most people know what networking isand dont do it OR some think they are networking, but arent doing it correctly. Did you know that 75-80% of jobs are attained through networking? Believe it or notit is true!

Join us when George Fleming will take you through the steps of the networking process! It is not as difficult as you might think. The best part about networking is that it gives you more control of your job search. Learning to network correctly will change your attitude toward this very important area of the job search process. --- come and find out how!

Thank you,
Bill Austin

Attend our regular meetings to learn more about the Job Search Process and about Phoenix Jobs

Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday mornings:

9-9:30 Networking, resume reviews, contact with recruiters

9:30 Welcome, announcements, introductions

10:00 Speaker begins

11:15 Speaker ends, feedback collected

Networking continues until 11:30

We meet at and use space provided by Temple Chai, 4645 East Marilyn Road, Phoenix, AZ 85032-4839. Temple Chai is located just east of the Piestawa Freeway (Route 51) and South & West of the loop 101 (PIMA FREEWAY SECTION). Marilyn Road is on the west side of Tatum Blvd. between Thunderbird and Greenway Roads

Scottsdale Job Network (SJN) is a non-profit community group of business leaders and volunteers. We are not a job placement forum, and we do not match candidates to openings nor do we send resumes to employers or recruiters. There is no guarantee of employment either directly through this group or as a result of association with SJN. We do, however, provide education in the job search process and all attendees have the opportunity to meet and work with people who offer support and guidance during employment transition.

The value of SJN lies in the skills, business networks and personal passions of our members. Membership is open to everyone willing to share their skills and anyone interested in local networking or in need of employment transition support.

Email: | Scottsdale Job Network | Voice Mail: Phone: (480) 513-1491

Scottsdale Job Network



Brian Dykes

SJN Meeting - Evening Networking: Monday, September 22, 2008 7 PM 9 PM

Scottsdale Job Network Meeting

Scottsdale Jobs Network

Join us on Evening Networking: Monday, September 22, 2008 7 PM 9 PM for "Evening Networking"

SJN will be practicing social networking in two forms: first online and then as a mixer. Bill Austin will spend the first hour demonstrating the LinkedIn platform focusing on the how-to's. It should be noted that Bill Austin is not a certified or accredited trainer, not associated with LinkedIn, and LinkedIn is a trademark. After Bill's presentation, we'll have open networking, socializing and light refreshments. Should be a fun time! We'll expect many of our working members to join us for this evening event

Bill Austin

Attend our regular meetings to learn more about the Job Search Process and about Phoenix Jobs

Meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday mornings:

9-9:30 Networking, resume reviews, contact with recruiters

9:30 Welcome, announcements, introductions

10:00 Speaker begins

11:15 Speaker ends, feedback collected

Networking continues until 11:30

We meet at and use space provided by Temple Chai, 4645 East Marilyn Road, Phoenix, AZ 85032-4839. Temple Chai is located just east of the Piestawa Freeway (Route 51) and South & West of the loop 101 (PIMA FREEWAY SECTION). Marilyn Road is on the west side of Tatum Blvd. between Thunderbird and Greenway Roads

Scottsdale Job Network (SJN) is a non-profit community group of business leaders and volunteers. We are not a job placement forum, and we do not match candidates to openings nor do we send resumes to employers or recruiters. There is no guarantee of employment either directly through this group or as a result of association with SJN. We do, however, provide education in the job search process and all attendees have the opportunity to meet and work with people who offer support and guidance during employment transition.

The value of SJN lies in the skills, business networks and personal passions of our members. Membership is open to everyone willing to share their skills and anyone interested in local networking or in need of employment transition support.

Email: | Scottsdale Job Network | Voice Mail: Phone: (480) 513-1491

Scottsdale Job Network



Scottsdale Job Network
Scottsdale Job Network