Job Seminars at Fairfield Public Library Apr-Jun

JOBS 2009 – Part 2
April, May, June
A Special Series at the Fairfield Public Library

Indeed: One Search – All Jobs

Considered the most comprehensive job search site on the Internet and named “one of the top 10 websites” of 2007 by Time magazine, Indeed is a must-use resource for every job seeker in every field in both the private and public sectors.

Tuesday, April 14, 7 pm. Presenter: Hillary O’Keefe, Marketing Associate, Indeed.com

How to Use LinkedIn Like a Pro

LinkedIn is now an indispensable part of any job search. Most jobs are found by networking. Learn how to join this powerful network of 36 million individuals and discover the inside connections that will help you land the job.

Wednesday, April 22, 7 pm. Presenter: Donna Sweidan of CareerFolk is a credentialed Career Coach who specializes in helping people jump start their career transition or job search with the help of 21st century technology

How to Set Up Your Home Office

Utilizing a home office can be cost-effective as well as convenient, but it needs to mesh with your budget and home life. Learn how to avoid common purchase and set-up pitfalls with budget-friendly ideas on computers, faxes, phones, answering machines, furniture, space, wiring and secure internet. Sunday, April 26, 1:30 pm. Presenter: Jim Barlow, owner of Peppy PC Computer Services, a computer repair, maintenance and training company

The Do’s and Don’ts of Interviewing

Learn from an active HR professional about what he sees every day in interviews – and how he would like to help candidates do better. Advice will cover the pre-interview, the interview and the post-interview process, as well as information about different techniques the professionals use to test your mettle.

Tuesday, April 28, 7 pm. Presenter: David Santapaola, Vice President of Recruitment and Mobility at Société Générale Corporate and Investment Bank in Manhattan

How to Find the Work You Love: A Process Approach

Are you trying to find new directions in your career? Are you asking: What is my authentic life work? How do I reinvent myself at this time? How do I deal with change? Where do I start? Learn the steps to re-examine your life, reinvent yourself and find new directions in your life and career.

Monday, May 4, 7 pm. Presenter: Erika Steffen, Ed.D., founder of New Visions, a counseling service for those involved in career decision-making

Get the 2-1-1 on Free Employment Services

Where do you turn for help in Connecticut when you become unemployed? 2-1-1 is an easy-to-use, toll-free and multilingual service that provides anyone in Connecticut with a single access point to find help, 24 hours a day. 2-1-1 offers referrals to residents seeking employment, job training, energy assistance, medical and dental resources, support services, and much more.
Wednesday, May 6, 12- 2 pm. Presenter: Laurel Anderson, Regional Director for United Way 2-1-1

Look Your Best and Get the Job

Your appearance sends signals to prospective employers – learn how to look your professional best with the right dress, the right hairdo and clean, classic makeup. One audience member will be selected for a makeup makeover.

Monday, May 11, 7 pm. Presenter: Kristina Foreman, a professional makeup artist, hair stylist and owner of MakeupMakeup, a studio in Milford

From Corporate America to Main Street America: What It Takes to Make the Move
Are you an executive in transition, looking to make the move from a corporate environment to an entrepreneurial/self-employed situation? Discover the most important things you need to focus on to be successful, even if they are outside your comfort zone, and be ready to move forward with your small business.

Tuesday, May 19, 7 pm. Presenter: Jim Malski, Certified Business Coach, is the founder of the Action Coach firm in Westport and one of the top three ranked action coaches in North America

Vault Online Career Library

Whether you’re a recent grad entering the job market or you’re established in your career, you will find this newest addition to the Library’s collection of premium online databases a valuable job tool. Vault is a leading provider of career information. It includes downloadable career guides, company and industry research, career advice, message boards and more – all of which can be accessed from home or office or in the Library.

Thursday, May 28, 7 pm. Presenter: Laura Napolitano, Account Executive, Vault.com, Inc.

Break-Through Resumes

Does your resume have the "WOW" factor that propels it to the top of the pile on a recruiter’s desk? Find out what your resume needs to make it a powerful marketing tool that showcases your talents and gets the interview.

Wednesday, June 3, 7 pm. Presenter: Nancy Marino, Director of Direct Hire Office Support at Advantage Integrated Talent Services in Fairfield which provides workforce solutions including temporary staffing, direct-hire search, and outsourcing.

Get Ready to Network! Plus, a Professional Head Shot

Warm up to networking - the most effective way of finding a job - in this low risk, high impact mixer. Learn and then practice successful networking techniques while also expanding your circle of contacts. A simple business card is your admission ticket to this "edu-taining" event! Concurrent with this program, a photo studio in Fairfield will offer professional head shots for the very reduced price of $26.50.

Tuesday, June 9, 7 pm. Facilitator: Susan Roughley of Jump-Start Consulting, specializing in strategic direction and organizational effectiveness. Photos: Regina Madwed of Capitol PhotoInteractive, a photo and website design studio in Fairfield