Blog Post: Scottsdale Job Network Meetings July-August

Meetings: first and third Tuesdays, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Temple Chai
4645 E. Marilyn Road
Phoenix, Arizona 85032

30 Second Elevator Pitch - During the meeting, job seekers have the opportunity to stand and offer 30 seconds about their search goal.  Employers and recruiters who attend can also speak for 30 seconds about their openings.  Time is allowed in the meetings for additional networking.

JUL 3

Eric Walton, Chief Operating Officer

Camisa Technologies and SJN Board Member

Post Interview Strategies: What Next?

This meeting will provide you with practical tools and techniques to follow up after all types of interviews. You'll learn how to write quality thank you notes, and ways to communicate them. During the session we will practice follow-up discussions and other techniques designed to keep the employer interested, how to stand out among all the other interviewees, and how to get the job.

EXTRA! Beach Party!!Help us celebrate Independence Day by dressing in your casual clothes (shorts, colored shirts, patriotic colors) for this meeting. We'll stay after the business meeting for a deli lunch and additional socializing-networking.

No charge, donations appreciated.

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JUL 17

Jack Lindsley, Sandler Sales Institute

How to Sell Your Value as a Job Seeker

All people, including prospective employers, make judgments about us early in the conversation. Learn how to communicate with a prospective employer in a way that will have them doing a "sales job" on you instead of you on them.

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AUG 7

Rick Kidder, President & CEOScottsdale Chamber of Commerce

Public Policy Issues Affecting Workforce Development in Scottsdale

This presentation will focus on the Scottsdale brand, and whether that brand is in jeopardy as we look to the future.

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AUG 21

Harriet Moser
Franchise Resource Company

Exploring the Opportunities of Franchise Ownership

Advantages and pitfalls of franchise ownership are addressed as well as "hot trends, myths, investment and income expectations and how to evaluate the over 2000 franchise businesses available in the market today. Ms. Moser is a firm believer that "fit" is the most important aspect of identifying the best business opportunities for any individual