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How to Conquer Imposter Syndrome to Find Success In Your Job Search and Career
2024-05-09 14:00 - 14:45 (America/New_York)
We’ve all encountered that nagging voice in our head that says things like, “You’re not good enough” or “You can’t handle this.” Taming that inner critic can be challenging, since imposter syndrome tends to persist even when we’re determined to dismiss it. Join the Career Expert team for this engaging webinar as we delve into the essence of imposter syndrome – what it is, how to identify it, and strategies to evade the triggers that perpetuate its presence. We will also cover its implications on your job search and career. Most importantly, we’ll provide you with effective techniques to conquer it head-on!

Chart Your Start on a New Job [Online Workshop]
2024-05-09 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-23 14:00 - 15:00
Discover the most important things to accomplish during your first 90 days on a new job, and track your progress using our GoodStart chart.
Taking an active role in your orientation as a new employee makes sense in today’s competitive work environment. Not only is it practical, it shows that you have initiative and self-direction, which are both seen as key qualities by employers.

Learn why the first 90 days on a new job are critically important.
Learn how to take an active role in your orientation.
Learn how to ask questions and gather information while on the job.
Learn how to chart your progress with specific actions steps.
Learn how to make yourself a more productive member on your new job.
Identify to consider before your first day of work.
Learn what to avoid in the first 90 days on a new job.
Learn how to best ask for feedback from the supervisor.
Learn how to prepare for a performance review and impress your supervisor.
Learn to accept positive and negative feedback in a performance review.

This workshop is part of a larger series of workshops designed to help you get a job and keep it! To learn more about the services we provide and to register for other workshops, please visit our website HERE

Strategies for an Effective Job Search
2024-05-09 15:00 - 16:00
This workshop provides key job search strategies and explains self-assessment, targeting your job search and marketing yourself effectively.
The job search can be a challenging experience. A strategic and consistent approach to the search is key. Whether you are exploring a new career path or looking for a growth opportunity in your field, this presentation will provide some key strategies to meet your specific job search needs. As you consider where you are in your job search and career planning, some of the areas we will discuss include self-assessment, targeting your job search and marketing yourself effectively for the jobs you seek.
This workshop will take place via Zoom. Details provided upon registration.

Tell Me About Yourself - How to Interview to Stand Out
2024-05-09 21:00 - 22:30
Join The Job Forum (sponsored by the SF Chamber of Commerce and LinkedIn) for a digital workshop and Q&A session to help you ace the most commonly asked interview question: “Tell me about Yourself”.
Tuesday, May 9 @ 6pm on Zoom.
The session will be presented by career coach Laura Paradise. The founder of the Interview Club, Laura has hired and coached hundreds of successful job candidates.
You will get resources with model formats to answer the question.
You will get practice and feedback answering the question yourself.
Key topics will include:

Do’s and don’ts!
How to be interesting
How to distinguish yourself from other candidates
How to capture attention and be memorable
How to speak with energy and enthusiasm
How to connect to the interviewer
How to be concise
Q&A

Sign up with Eventbrite and once you are confirmed we will send you the Zoom link & password 1 hour prior to the event.
Please consider donating to The Job Forum to help to continue supporting job seekers in the Bay Area:
paypal.me/TheJobForum or
https://thejobforum.org/donate/
By signing up through Eventbrite you will be added to The Job Forum’s email list.
Privacy notice: The Job Forum will be recording this event and will distribute it to those who sign up.

(dis)ABILITY Job Search Group: LinkedIn 101
2024-05-13 11:00 - 12:00
This group will work best when everyone participates! Be ready to communicate, ask questions, and learn from others. Please feel free to attend with a job coach, support person, etc.!
Examples of a disability include, but are not limited to, vision impairment, deaf/hard of hearing, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, etc.
To request accommodations, please contact Lindsay Murphy at lmurphy@rochesterworks.org or
585-258-3500 x3513
RochesterWorks is an Equal Opportunity Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Webinar: First Steps for Hiring Employees
2024-05-13 15:00 - 16:00
Are you looking to hire your first employee? There are some steps to take before hiring your staff. This webinar will cover those steps, how to access required resources, your legal obligation as an employer, and the necessary paperwork.
After attending this webinar, you will have a better understanding of the necessary steps to take to become an employer and hire your first employee.
Who Should Attend?
This webinar is ideal for families and individuals who are ready to become an employer and hire their first employee(s).
Please note registration closes at 10am day of the event.

Preparing for a Successful Job Interview
2024-05-13 18:00 - 19:00
Job interviews are a two-way street: the employer wants to see if you’re a good candidate for the role, but you’re also looking to see if their company is a good fit for you, too. There are multiple factors to a successful interview, and taking time to prepare can make all the difference.

In this webinar, you’ll learn the five components to prepare for a job interview:
1. Understand employers’ needs
2. Articulate your fit
3. Practice common and behavioral questions
4. Conclude the interview
5. Reflect and learn

This workshop will take place via Zoom. Details provided upon registration.

Ace the Job Interview [Online Workshop]
2024-05-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-21 12:00 - 13:00
Learn how to prepare for any interview.
Discover what hiring managers are actually looking for.
Learn how to dress for success for any interview.
Learn the best way to introduce yourself.
Learn how to respond to tricky questions like, “Tell me about yourself.”
Become aware of your interviewing body language.
Learn how to manage stress in an interview.
Learn what types of questions you should ask the interviewer.
Explore how to set yourself apart from other candidates.
Learn how to best follow-up after an interview.

This workshop is part of a larger series of workshops designed to help you get a job and keep it! To learn more about the services we provide and to register for other workshops, please visit our website HERE

Acing the Interview Virtual Workshop
2024-05-14 13:00 - 14:00
Acing the Interview Virtual Workshop
Join us for the Acing the Interview Virtual Workshop and learn valuable tips and strategies to excel in your next job interview. This online event is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their interview skills and boost their chances of landing their dream job.
During this workshop, our experienced presenter will guide you through various interview scenarios, providing practical advice and techniques to help you stand out from the competition. We will cover everything from preparation and body language to answering tough questions and showcasing your strengths.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain the confidence and knowledge you need to ace your next interview. Register now and secure your spot in this engaging and interactive virtual workshop!

Discover Your Career Path [Online Workshop]
2024-05-14 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-05-21 14:00 - 15:00
Discover powerful tools to move you forward with your job search or career change.
Understand what jobs will work best for you.
Explore five steps to discovering your career path.
Develop a Personal Career Assessment, your personal blueprint to meet your goals.
Identify things that can help or hinder your success in obtaining and keeping a job.
Discover your personality type, including its strengths and challenges.
Learn how your personality type can help you search for a job and stay employed.
Explore what you really like to do, and identify your career preferences.
Learn what it would take to work in the career of your dreams.
Answer three questions that will help unlock the career path that is best for you.
Get ahead with the magic of setting short-term and long-term goals.

This workshop is part of a larger series of workshops designed to help you get a job and keep it! To learn more about the services we provide and to register for other workshops, please visit our website HERE

Manage Your Job Search Routine [Online Workshop]
2024-05-16 10:00 - 11:00
Learn how to make resources work for you on your job search.
Understand time management techniques on how to plan your job search.
Learn to create a timely knock-out list to get more done during your job search.
Develop a decision process to help eliminate decision fatigue.
Translate your values into tangible goals.
Learn how to establish a consistent strategic routine for your job search.
Understand how to prioritize your time using a time-management decision matrix.
Learn to create slack time to get more done during your job search.
Make time management fun by beating your own score.
Learn why and how to plan before you act.

This workshop is part of a larger series of workshops designed to help you get a job and keep it! To learn more about the services we provide and to register for other workshops, please visit our website HERE

Master Indeed in 10 Steps [Online Workshop]
2024-05-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-23 10:00 - 11:00
Learn tips and tricks to exponentially increase your chances of being contacted by employers when applying for jobs through Indeed.
Indeed is a powerful tool for finding employment in today’s job market, but the vast majority of applications submitted through Indeed are rejected without even being read. If you follow the simple tips and tricks in this workshop, you will dramatically increase the odds that employers will actually read your resume AND contact you for an interview.

Learn how to make your Indeed resume more convenient for employers.
Learn what you must include in your resume to stand out from the pack.
Avoid the many mistakes that cause applications to be immediately rejected.
Learn how to instantly impress employers by demonstrating your skills.
Learn how to use advanced search features to finetune your job search.
Learn how to effectively use Job Alerts while avoiding spam messages.
Learn how to absolutely ensure your application will be read and not rejected.
Learn the ONE thing that will make you stand out when submitting an application.
Learn why you must research each company you apply with – and how easy it is.
Learn to effectively prepare for an online interview through Indeed hiring events.

This workshop is part of a larger series of workshops designed to help you get a job and keep it! To learn more about the services we provide and to register for other workshops, please visit our website HERE

Breaking Down the Interview: How to Prepare and Answer for Success
2024-05-16 10:00 - 12:00
This session will offer essential strategies for in-person, online, and phone interviews, enabling you to leave a positive impression.
Navigating interviews can feel challenging and the pressure to make a lasting impression on a potential employer can be nerve-wracking even for seasoned job searchers. But with the right preparation, you can have interview success!
This session will offer essential strategies for in-person, online, and phone interviews, enabling you to leave a positive and memorable impression on your interviewer. We’ll help you craft responses to the most common behavioral interview questions and master the STAR method, empowering you to articulate your experiences with clarity and relevance.
This workshop is available as an online, live-streaming webinar.
Pre-registration is required.
Once you have registered, you will receive an email with instructions on how to log on a few hours before the start time of the workshop. Please check your Spam/Junk folder if you have not received your email with instructions one hour before the start time of the workshop.

Navigate Online Job Applications [Online Workshop]
2024-05-16 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-23 12:00 - 13:00
Learn to avoid common mistakes when applying for jobs online. Learn how to stand out and dramatically increase your odds of getting hired!

Discover the true purpose of online job applications (it’s not what you think).
Save hours of time filling out applications with our preparation tips.
Improve the accuracy of the data in your applications.
Identify the mistakes most people make when filling out applications.
Master techniques to make your application stand out.
Avoid the common pitfalls of automated online application software.
Get expert answers to your questions about online applications.
Learn to spot job listings that are a scam.
Identify the qualities employers look for in a candidate.
Dramatically increase the chances your applications will be read.

This workshop is part of a larger series of workshops designed to help you get a job and keep it! To learn more about the services we provide and to register for other workshops, please visit our website HERE

Master the Job Interview **Online Workshop**
2024-05-16 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-05-23 13:00 - 14:00
Register for this online workshop to improve your job interview skills. This 1.5 hour session will give you insight into how job interviews are conducted and will provide you with strategies to help you on your next jobs interview. The session is designed to be interactive. We encourage you to being your questions and get ready to practice with a live Career Coach!
Attendance is FREE.
This event is sponsored by the City of Alexandria Workforce Development Center.
The Alexandria Workforce Development Center is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For reasonable disability accommodation, contact maurice.tomdio@alexandriava.gov or 571.384.5244, Virginia Relay 711.
NOTE
Once the workshop begins there will be a 15 minute window to join the meeting before the workshop is officially closed to late arrivals.
This workshop has a maximum capacity of 25 registrants, once this is reached all others can opt to be wait listed by supplying their first and last name, address, email, phone number and zip code to wdc@alexandriava.gov. Place in the Subject line: “Name of Workshop Waitlist.”
All workshops that experience low enrollment are subject to cancelation at the discretion of the Workforce Development Center. However, many workshops reoccur weekly, monthly or on a yearly basis in which to register; use the link below to view and register for future workshops:
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/city-of-alexandria-workforce-development-center-wdc-2133260017

JOB SEARCH PANEL: HOW TO STAND OUT IN TODAY’S JOB MARKET
2024-05-16 17:00 - 18:30
The job search landscape is evolving rapidly. Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring seasoned recruiters and recently successful job seekers as they share their experiences, strategies, and invaluable insights into the contemporary job market.
Discover the keys to a successful job search journey as our expert panel delves into the intricacies of navigating today’s competitive employment landscape. Gain firsthand knowledge from professionals who understand the pulse of the industry and learn from the personal triumphs and challenges faced by new professionals who successfully secured their dream positions.
Whether you are a seasoned professional exploring new opportunities or a fresh graduate embarking on your career journey, this panel promises to equip you with the best practices and tips for a successful job search in the contemporary workforce.

Next in Neurodiversity: Scaling Success for Neuroinclusive Employers
2024-05-21 13:00 - 14:00
Next in Neurodiversity is a 3-part webinar series, hosted by Dell Technologies and Neurodiversity in the Workplace, designed to explore the emergence and progression of the neurodiversity movement and its current landscape. Part 1, “Scaling Success for Neuroinclusive Employers” (March 19, 2024) is employer-focused and features panelists from companies leading neurodiversity and inclusion initiatives. This webinar provides an opportunity to advance the conversation around neurodiversity-affirming workplace culture and the development and sustainability of inclusive hiring programs. Part 2, “Emerging Research on Neurodiversity & Employment,” will take place on April 23, 2024. Part 3, “Strategic Interviewing for Neurodivergent Candidates,” will take place on May 21, 2023.

Speak with NAVEX CSO Team
2024-05-22 07:30 - 08:00, 2024-05-22 13:30 - 14:00
Are you thinking about a career in Customer Success Operations? Join us for an insightful Q&A featuring our CSO team. This casual virtual event will encourage and inspire individuals looking to start a career with NAVEX or learn more about customer success operations.

Networking for Job Seekers: How to Build Relationships and Access the Hidden Job Market
2024-05-22 11:00 - 11:45
About this Webinar
Instead of aimlessly applying on job boards, learn digital and in-person strategies to build your network, start conversations, and access the “hidden job market.” This webinar will provide you with tips on how to build meaningful relationships, ultimately landing you in a better position to obtain the job you want.

Employee to Entrepreneur: How to Make the Transition to Startup Founder
2024-05-22 20:00 - 21:30
Do you want to start your own technology company, but don’t know where to begin? You are not alone. Every day millions of people go to jobs they don’t enjoy, but few do something about it. At the “Employee to Entrepreneur” event, you can hear the stories, tips, and best practices of those who left their jobs to pursue their own startup company. Listen to the experiences of people just like you that have made the transition, and discuss any questions or concerns that you have. Afterwards, attendees will have an opportunity to network with other aspiring entrepreneurs and share their ideas for feedback.

Who Should Attend?

Anyone who dreams of launching their own company
Anyone with an idea for a new business either launched inside their employer or independently
Anyone curious about being an entrepreneur someday

What Are Some of the Topics?

What is the difference between being an employee versus being a founder
What to consider before becoming an entrepreneur
How do you know when the time is right to quit
What are the first steps in the entrepreneurial journey

Featured Speakers:

Dan Huru – CEO & Co-founder @ MeetGeek: an AI meeting assistant that records, summarizes and extracts insights from online calls. He has extensive experience in software development, team management, and Java programming.

Alexander Leonida – Founder & CEO @ SilkFlo: Alexander is a Founder Institute graduate, and the Founder of SilkFlo, a strategy platform for companies looking to adopt, govern, plan and measure their AI and Automation solutions. Via his own consultancy, he has led multi-£million Digital Automation projects across several organizations in sectors including finance, insurance, consumer, healthcare, telecoms and retail.

Additional Resources:
Find more Startup Events, learn about the Entrepreneur DNA test or sign up for the Insights Newsletter to get the latest startup tips and trends.

About Founder Institute:
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 7,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.

Module 2: Mental Health and the Inclusive Workplace
2024-05-23 09:00 - 12:00
About this event

Shaping Accessible Employment Practices is a four-part learning series for employers that is designed to enhance skills and build confidence in shaping accessible recruitment and job retention practices.
These workshops will help employers understand the key elements to accessing the virtually untapped talent pool of persons with disabilities. Participants will also understand how to develop long term strategies towards increasing participation of persons with disabilities in the workplace.
About Module #2: Mental Health and the Inclusive Workplace
Psychologically safe workplaces can play an integral part in bringing out the best potential in employees. This session, Mental Health and the Inclusive Workplace is the second module of the series. It aims to provide employers with insights on how to support employees by creating mentally healthy workplaces and experiences. Creating a “culture of inclusion” can help to promote positive workplace relationships and employee engagement. Topics include good mental health and the mentally healthy workplace; accommodating mental health needs in the workplace; and inclusive leaders and the inclusive workplace.
When you complete this session, you will be able to:

Understand the effects of mental health issues in the workplace.

Identify resources and solutions to create a mentally healthy workplace.

Plan to build a foundation to support an inclusive environment for employees and leaders.

Register today for your free ticket.
For questions about accessibility, to make an accommodation request, or for other inquiries please email Hester Lai at hlai@unitedwayeo.ca

Navigating Virtual Career Fairs: Insider Strategies for Success
2024-05-23 13:00 - 14:00
Virtual career fairs have become a significant platform for job seekers to connect with employers, offering unprecedented convenience and accessibility. In preparation for our upcoming Tech Her Way Virtual Career Fair on June 13, this exclusive webinar will discuss the ins and outs of the career fair platform, how to bypass traditional barriers, update your resume, and ace your elevator pitch. Whether you’re a mother seeking re-entry into the workforce or a veteran returning to the private sector, these virtual events provide a valuable chance to perfect your interviewing skills, boost your career prospects, and discover fresh opportunities.

Expanding Disability Awareness in Your Workplace
2024-05-28 10:00 - 11:30
Please join AAWDC for a series of trainings on expanding your workforce with untapped talent.
