INDIANAPOLIS –CatalistJobs, a Central Indiana On-line Community with the support of other local business and individuals has organized a “Community Jobs Un-Conference”. This unusual one day event is designed to help job seekers learn new tactics and strengthen skills. Open to the first 200 registrants, the even is free, but participants are encouraged to donate either $5 or a can of food to share with a local food bank.
The “Un-Conference” structure mixes formal presentations with informal conversations which allow attendees to get answers to their most pressing questions, find resources and get connected to people who can assist them in their job search. There is plenty of time for networking both before and after the sessions.
“We hope this will be the first of many sessions,” said McCann. We are already having conversations with other churches and community leaders who are offering to host an “Un-Conference” for their community.”
The event details are:
What: “Community Jobs Un-conference”
When: May 14 from 7:30am – 3pm
Where: Community Church of Greenwood @ 1477 Main St., Greenwood, IN 46142
How: Register is complimentary but RSVP are necessary. Please register for this event a http://catalistjobs.eventbrite.com/. Donations will be accepted for the Church Food Pantry of Johnson County.
Formal topics include:
- Hiring Tips Do’s and Don’ts: How to Prepare and Get the Interview
- The Art & Science of Sales and Selling Yourself
- The New Tools/Social Media, Networking & Hiring Process
- Entrepreneurship, Franchises & How to Start a Business of Your Own
- Stewardship, Money Matters & Health/Wealth Car (COBRA, Insurance, 401k, Budgeting)
“In addition to people in search of employment, we expect some of our attendees will be individuals considering starting an entrepreneurial ventures,” said McCann. “Many of the topics will be extremely valuable to them as well.”
Before and after the conference there will be a open networking sessions. Registration may also be done at the door but space is limited. For questions please contact Lezlie Keegan 317.888.6024 ext. 243 or catalistjobs@gmail.com.
About Catalist Jobs:
Catalist Jobs was conceived by avid networker Ben McCann. Actively engaged in the local community he found himself collecting resumes and forging relationships between employees and employers. McCann found a way to turn his passion and hobby into a tangible resource with the introduction of www.CatalistJobs.com, an on-line community which brings employers and job-seekers of Central Indiana together.
For more information please contact www.catalistjobs.com.
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