Take Networking for a New Job to a New Level

FYI - good information from Dan Toussant who has spoken to our group several times. Feel free to reach out to Dan with any questions or help on your job search.

 

Grace and peace,

-Jim

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NEXT MEETING: Monday, February 18th: Crossroads Step 3 - APTITUDE - Discover Your Best

Our next meeting is Monday, February 18th at 7PM in Room 22 (Chapel) at Grace Church. Our topic will be Crossroads Step 3 - APTITUDE - Discover Your Best! This is a key session in the Crossroads program. You will learn how to determine your God-given Strengths and Spiritual Gifts, which will be critical to your successful interviewing and selection with prospective employers.

Please bring your Crossroads Workbook with Step 3 completed, along with your current Weekly Review/Goals Sheet for review.

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

Grace JSN Roundtable tomorrow - Mon, 2/11 @ 7:00pm

Hi everyone,

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, February 11^th  (tomorrow), 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on the JSN Ministry Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

Biz Expo Today at the Middleburg Hts. Crowne Plaza

My good friend Bob Kovacevic will be from Minuteman Press in Middleburg will be at tonight's Biz Expo at the Crowne Plaza. See his announcement below:

Biz Expo is TONIGHT, presented by the Berea, Brook Park and Middleburg Hts Chambers of Commerce. Networking at its best.

What? A business expo with more than 80 exhibitors
Where? The Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel at 7230 Engle Road, corner of Bagley Road
When? Tonight 5-7

Stop at my booth, number 63 and take a chance at winning free letterhead, envelope and buisness cards.

Bob Kovacevic's Minuteman Press

Grace JSN Roundtable tomorrow - Mon, 1/28 @ 7:00pm

Hi everyone,

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, January 28^th  (tomorrow), 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on the JSN Ministry Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

NEXT MEETING: Monday, January 21st - Crossroads Step 2 - Attitude

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, January 21st at 7pm in Room 22 (Chapel) at Grace Church. Our topic is "Crossroads Step 2: ATTITUDE - Reach Forward". Please complete this chapter in your Workbook and bring your Weekly Review Sheets.

Please invite anyone you may know that could use help and support in their career transition.

Grace and peace,
-Jim

Grace JSN Roundtable today - Mon, 1/14 @ 7:00pm

Hi everyone,

Sorry for the late notice.

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, January 14^th  (today), 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on the JSN Ministry Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

NEW YEAR - NEW JOB? Come to our next meeting and see how...

Hi Everyone:

 

Come join us for the launch of Crossroads Career Network for 2013. We are beginning a new curriculum starting with "Step 1 - Upward - Knowing God's Calling". We will have all the information on the 2013 Workbook and details of upcoming Crossroads meetings.

Our first meeting of the New Year is Monday, January 7th at 7:00pm in Room 22 (Chapel) at Grace Church.

If you or anyone you know is in career transition and needs to know the "how to's" as well as God's Calling for your work then this successful program can help you meet your goals for 2013 and beyond.

I and the JSN Team look forward to seeing you tomorrow night to help you take the first step toward your next new job!

Grace and peace,

-Jim

 

www.crossroadscareer.org

 

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

All of us on the JSN Team I wish you and your families a Blessed Christmas and a Prosperous New (Job) Year!

He is Emmanuel - God with Us - God with You!

Grace and Peace,

Jim Jasko
Todd Linderman
Michelle Natale
Roman Pawynk
Cindy Hirch
Tara Brees

Holiday Gathering: Monday, December 17th at the Great Northern Panera

Hi Everyone:
Please join us tomorrow night for our annual Grace Job Seekers NetWORK Holiday Gathering. We will meet at the Great Northern Panera at 7:00pm in the meeting room for food, fun and fellowship.

I hope to see you all there!

Merry Christmas!
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, December 10th - What Hiring Managers Look for in Candidates

Our next meeting is Monday, December 10th at 7PM in Room 22 at Grace Church. Our special guest speaker is DJ Eidson, District Manager for Kowa Pharmaceuticals. He is an experienced hiring manager and will give us an exciting presentation on "What Hiring Managers Look for in Candidates". This will be a great session to learn how to separate yourself from the crowd when interviewing.

Also, mark your calendars for Monday, December 17th when we will meet for our Holiday Gathering at the Panera at Great Northern at 7:00pm. Please join us for a time of relaxed fellowship and food as we celebrate the Christmas season.

Remember, companies are hiring now to get new employees started in January so don't take a holiday from your job search!

Grace and Peace,
-Jim

Grace JSN Roundtable tomorrow - Mon, 11/26 @ 7:00pm

Hi everyone,

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, November 26^th  (tomorrow), 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on the JSN Ministry Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

NOTE: This is the last Roundtable Discussion meeting in 2012. There will not be a Job Seekers NetWORK meeting on Monday, December 3^rd due to the Grace Church event Go Deep with the Browns. The next regular meeting will be on Monday, December 10^th. We’ll finish 2012 with a “coffee” get-together on Monday, December 17^th. Stay tuned for details regarding the 10^th and 17^th.

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

NEXT MEETING: Tonight, Monday, November 19th - Behavior-based Interviews

Hi Everyone:

Our next meeting is tonight at 7PM in The Chapel (Room 22) at Grace Church. Michelle Natale from Just Resumes will be presenting a discussion on "How to Ace Behavior-based Interviews". This is a critical factor in all interviewing sessions and you need to be prepared to respond to Behavior-based questions to be successful. Please plan on attending this important session.

Just a reminder, we will NOT be meeting on Monday, December 3rd due to the Go Deep event at Grace. Our next meeting will be Monday, December 10th at 7PM at Grace.

I will you and your families a Blessed Thanksgiving! God is Good and greatly to be praised!

 

-Jim

Grace JSN Roundtable tomorrow - Mon, 11/12 @ 7:00pm

Hi everyone,

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, November 12^th  (tomorrow), 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on the JSN Ministry Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

NEXT MEETING: Monday, October 15th - Marketing Yourself on LinkedIn

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, October 15th at 7PM in The Chapel (Room 22) at Grace Church. Our topic will be "Marketing Yourself on LinkedIn" presented by Roman Pawnyk from our Ministry Team. If possible, please bring your laptop or sit next to someone with a laptop as Roman will take us all online to LinkedIn for this session.

Thanks, and I look forward to seeing you Monday!

Grace and peace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, October 1st - Szarka Financial

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, October 1st at 7PM in Room 22 (Lower Chapel) at Grace Church. Our topic will be "Managing Finances During Job Transition" presented by Chuck Conrad and Rick Martin of Szarka Financial. This will be a highly informative session that promises to help all of us deal with financial challenges during our job searches and beyond. Come prepared with questions and invite a friend!

Grace and peace,
-Jim

SPECIAL EVENT: Monday, September 17th - Speaker Marvin Montgomery

Hi Everyone:

We are hosting a Special Event this coming Monday, September 17th at 7PM in Room 22 (Lower Chapel) at Grace Church. Guest Speaker Marvin Montgomery will present "How to Sell Yourself in a Competitive Job Market". Marvin is a well-known Author, Motivational Speaker and Professional Sales Training Specialist with over 30 years of sales training experience. He will teach and inspire us to become effective managers our lives, careers and to sell ourselves for success!

Please invite anyone you know who could use a big dose of encouragement and motivation to reach higher in their lives to be all that God created us to be!

This is a free event and open to ALL! I hope to see you there - let's get "Marvinized"!

Grace and peace,

-Jim
 

NEXT MEETING: Monday, September 10th - Back to School with Your Job Search

Hi Everyone:
Now that summer is winding down it is time to get "Back to School" with your job search. Our next meeting is Monday, September 10th at 7PM in Room 22 (Chapel) at Grace Church. I will be offering a refresher session on how to jump start your job search and get it back on track as we approach the end of the year. I invite feedback on your struggles, successes and any special search tips that you have used, and I welcome you to share them with our group.

Also, please mark your calendars for a special Grace JSN Meeting on Monday, September 17th at 7PM at Grace Church. Marvin Montgomery, a highly sought after motivational speaker will talk to our group on "How to Sell Yourself in a Competitive Job Market". Marvin specializes in training and motivating corporate sales teams to operate at peak performance, and I promise you will walk away with a whole new perspective and new tools to set yourself apart when you are engaged with prospective employers. We will have extra seating for this event so please invite your friends, relatives, neighbors, former colleagues or anyone else you know that can use a boost in motivation! Plan on attending this exciting presentation and let's get "Marvinized"!

Check out Marvin's website: http://www.cleveland.com/sites/marvinmontgomery/index.ssf?/sites/marvinmontgomery/bio.html. Our ministry will have a Lobby table on Sunday, September 16th at Grace to promote this event, so please stop by for more information.

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

Grace JSN Roundtable tomorrow - Mon, 8/27 @ 7:00pm

Hi everyone,

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, August 27^th  (tomorrow), 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on the JSN Ministry Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

Note: Due to the upcoming Labor Day holiday and the Job Seekers NetWORK meeting schedule, the next Roundtable Discussion, after tomorrow, will be Monday, September 24^th.

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

NEXT MEETING: Monday, August 20th - Special Guest Kelly Blazek from the NE Ohio Communications Job Bank

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, August 20th at 7PM in ROOM 21 - Jr. High at Grace Church (PLEASE NOTE THE ROOM CHANGE FOR THIS MEETING ONLY). Our special guest speaker will be Kelly Blazek from the NE Ohio Communications Job Bank and she will speak on "Job Hunting is Exactly Like Dating: Will Your Personal Style Win You an I DO?" I am looking forward seeing you and I invite you to a fun and engaging meeting with Kelly. Ever think of your job search as "Dating" your future employer?

Summer is a great time to network so don't take a vacation from your job search!

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

Grace JSN Roundtable tomorrow - Mon, 8/13 @ 7:00pm

Hi everyone,

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, August 13^th  (tomorrow), 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on the JSN Ministry Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

Note: Grace Church is still repaving its parking lot. You may have to drive around some “detours.”

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

NEXT MEETING: Monday, August 6th - How to Get Noticed on LinkedIn

Our next meeting is tonight, August 6th at 7PM in The Chapel (Room 22) at Grace Church. Our guest speaker is Roman Pawnyk who will lead a very interactive discussion on "How to Get Noticed on LinkedIn - Profile Critiques". If you need to tune-up your LinkedIn page to get noticed by more hiring managers then this meeting is for you. Please plan to bring your Profile for discussion and reworking.

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

Grace JSN Roundtable tomorrow - Mon, 7/30 @ 7:00pm

Hi everyone,

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, July 30^th  (tomorrow), 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on the JSN Ministry Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

Note: Grace Church is repaving its parking lot starting tomorrow (7/30). You may have to drive around some “detours.”

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

Grace JSN Roundtable tomorrow - Mon, 7/16 @ 7:00pm

Hi everyone,

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, July 16^th  (tomorrow), 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Jim Jasko on the JSN Ministry Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

NEXT MEETING: Monday, July 9th - "Tough Interview Questions" with The Interview Doctors

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, July 9th at 7pm in The Chapel (Room 22) at Grace Church. Our topic will be "Tough Interview Questions" presented by Katherine Burik and Dan Toussant of The Interview Doctors. Cindy Hirch will also share how God worked in her life and blessed her with a new full-time position.

Don't take a vacation from your job search...now is a great time to interview and land jobs. Companies continue to hire during the summer!

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

RE: NEXT MEETING: Monday, June 18th - Guest Speaker Nanci Gravill

In case there is any confusion, I just want everyone to be clear. The meeting is FREE, as always, to attend. Nanci Gravill’s book – “Fresh Hope . . . Cleveland: Resources to Help You Navigate Through Unsettled Times” – will be sold for $20.

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

Subject: NEXT MEETING: Monday, June 18th - Guest Speaker Nanci Gravill

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, June 18th at 7PM in The Chapel (Room 22) at Grace Church. Our Summer Speaker Series begins with Nanci Gravill, author of "Fresh Hope Cleveland...Resources to Help You Navigate Through Unsettled Times". You will be inspired and encouraged with Nanci's story and her book's resources for getting through difficult life situations, like job transition. She will be selling her book at the meeting. Cost is $20 and she will sign all copies on request.

We will conclude Crossroads Career Network training on Monday, July 9th with a wrap-up and discussion on job search strategies, plus our second speakers of the summer will be joining us, Katherine Burik and Dan Toussant from The Interview Doctors. Please plan on attending to boost your interviewing skills!

Thanks and Good Hunting!

Grace and peace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, June 18th - Speaker Nanci Gravill

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, June 18th at 7PM in The Chapel (Room 22) at Grace Church. Our Summer Speaker Series begins with Nanci Gravill, author of "Fresh Hope Cleveland...Resources to Help You Navigate Through Unsettled Times". You will be inspired and encouraged with Nanci's story and her book's resources for getting through difficult life situations, like job transition. She will be selling her book at the meeting. Cost is $20 and she will sign all copies on request.

We will conclude Crossroads Career Network training on Monday, July 9th with a wrap-up and discussion on job search strategies, plus our second speakers of the summer will be joining us, Katherine Burik and Dan Toussant from The Interview Doctors. Please plan on attending to boost your interviewing skills!

Thanks and Good Hunting!

Grace and peace,
-Jim

Radio Interview on 1220 THE WORD

I will be interviewed by Glenn Mertz at 1220 AM - The Word tomorrow at 10:30am to talk about Grace Job Seekers NetWORK and the challenges facing all those in job transition during this still difficult job market. Joining me will be Nanci Gravill, author of the new book "Fresh Hope...Cleveland - Resources to Help You Through Unsettled Times". Nanci will be speaking to our group on Monday, July 9th and will also have her book available for purchase.

Please pray that God uses this radio spot to help all those going through tough job and life situations, and that He is Glorified in all we say and do.

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

Grace JSN Roundtable tomorrow - Mon, 6/11 @ 7:00pm

Hi everyone,

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, June 11^th  (tomorrow), 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on the JSN Ministry Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

Grace JSN Roundtable tomorrow - Mon, 4/30 @ 7:00pm

Hi everyone,

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, April 30^th  (tomorrow), 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on the JSN Ministry Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,

Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK

tlinderman@gmail.com

NEXT MEETING: Monday, April 16th - Guest Speaker Sandy Heath

Our next meeting is Monday, April 16th at 7PM in The Chapel (Rm 22) at Grace. We will be taking a brief break from our Crossroads Career Network training. Our special guest speaker will be Sandy Heath of Sandra Heath and Associates: www.sandraheath.com . She will speak on "Strategies on Working with Temp Agencies to Get Meaningful Employment", or "The Good, Bad and Ugly of Working with Temp Agencies". Sandy will provide insight into the truths and myths about Temp Agencies and how to best use them during your job search, and how to land permanent, full-time positions using agencies like hers.

Please come with a lot of questions and personal testimonies on using Temp Agencies to share with her and the group.

We will get back to Crossroads Step 4 - SORTING: How to Wow Interviewers on Monday, May 7th.

Thanks and Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, April 2nd - Crossroads Step 4 - SEARCHING

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, April 2nd at 7PM in The Chapel (Room 22) at Grace. Our topic is Crossroads Career Network: Step 4 - SEARCHING. Learn how to effectively Network and use your Network to find jobs and make key contacts. Networking is the number one most effective way to find open positions and we will discuss critical techniques and tools to make you a Networking Pro!

I am looking forward to seeing you Monday (and don't forget your Progress Review Sheets)!

Grace and Peace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, March 5th - Crossroads Step 2 - APTITUDE (Part 2)

Our next meeting is Monday, March 5th at 7PM in Room 203 (NOTE ROOM CHANGE) at Grace Church. Our topic is Crossroads Step 2 - APTITUDE (Part 2) - Evaluate Your Strengths and Discover Your Spiritual Gifts with Michelle Natale. We will be looking at your personal assessments and discussing how your unique spiritual gifts reveal God's Calling for your work.

Please bring your Crossroads Workbook and any personal assessments you have taken now or in the past, and don't forget to fill out and bring your Weekly Progress Sheets!

We look forward to seeing you at Monday's meeting!

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

Roundtable Discussion: Monday, February 27th

Hi everyone,

The next Roundtable Discussion time is Monday, February 27th, 7:00 - 8:00pm, in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on the JSN Team. We will continue to hold these open discussions on the Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule. The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

For your information, it’s a lot easier to get to Room 66 via the back entrance (it should be open). Enter through the back entrance and go straight until the hallway dead-ends. Turn right and follow the new hallway until you get to Room 66.

See you Monday!

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,
Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support
Grace Job Seekers NetWORK
tlinderman@gmail.com

NEXT MEETING: Monday, February 20th - Crossroads Step 2: Aptitude, Part 1

I want to emphasize that the meeting is on Monday, February 20th (I mistakenly had February 6th in the previous post.

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, February 20th at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace Church. We will continue with Crossroads Career Network Step 2: Aptitude. The topic is “Develop Your Strengths!” If you have not already registered on Crossroads Career Network, then please go to www.crossroadscareer.org and register as an Explorer. Simply find Grace Church in the registration menu: US/Ohio - Grace Christian and Missionary Alliance Church and enter the registration code - grace4livinghope. Once registered you should print and binder the 2012 Workbook. PLEASE BRING YOUR WORKBOOK MONDAY AND TO ALL OUR CROSSROADS SESSIONS!

Please work through Step 2 in the workbook and bring your WEEKLY PROGRESS REVIEW & PREVIEW sheet (page 12 of the workbook) to share your High and Low Points of this past week. We will have table discussions during the presentations as we continue to encourage one another.

I would just like to mention that this past Monday’s gathering was great. There were only 4 people at the gathering, but that allowed us to have an almost one-on-one session. We were able to share our individual situations and everyone was able to receive guidance and encouragement. I am looking forward to the next gathering on Monday, February 27th at 7PM in Room 66 at Grace Church.

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,
Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support
Grace Job Seekers NetWORK
tlinderman@gmail.com

NEXT MEETING: Monday, February 6th - Crossroads Step 2: Aptitude, Part 1

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, February 20th at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace Church. We will continue with Crossroads Career Network Step 2: Aptitude. The topic is “Develop Your Strengths!” If you have not already registered on Crossroads Career Network, then please go to www.crossroadscareer.org and register as an Explorer. Simply find Grace Church in the registration menu: US/Ohio - Grace Christian and Missionary Alliance Church and enter the registration code - grace4livinghope. Once registered you should print and binder the 2012 Workbook. PLEASE BRING YOUR WORKBOOK MONDAY AND TO ALL OUR CROSSROADS SESSIONS!

Please work through Step 2 in the workbook and bring your WEEKLY PROGRESS REVIEW & PREVIEW sheet (page 12 of the workbook) to share your High and Low Points of this past week. We will have table discussions during the presentations as we continue to encourage one another.

I would just like to mention that this past Monday’s gathering was great. There were only 4 people at the gathering, but that allowed us to have an almost one-on-one session. We were able to share our individual situations and everyone was able to receive guidance and encouragement. I am looking forward to the next gathering on Monday, February 27th at 7PM in Room 66 at Grace Church.

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,
Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support
Grace Job Seekers NetWORK
tlinderman@gmail.com

NEW - JSN Rountable Discussions

Hi Everyone:
We are starting a new, informal JSN Roundtable Discussion time tonight at 7:00 - 8:00pm in Room 66 at Grace Church led by Todd Linderman on our JSN Team. We will be holding these open discussions on the alternating Mondays between our formal meeting nights, especially during the Crossroads Career Network training schedule.

The purpose of these Roundtable Discussions is to offer a time for us to come together and informally just TALK about our job search successes, challenges or to further explore the Crossroads topics as they relate to our job search and career transition experiences.

Please come and join in on our first JSN Roundtable tonight!

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, February 6th - Crossroads Step 1: Attitude

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, February 6th at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace Church. Michelle Natale (formerly Kinder) will present Crossroads Career Network Step 1: Attitude. She will also present Dale Carnegie® How to Reduce Stress & Improve our Attitudes (principles). If you have not already registered on Crossroads Career Network, then please go to www.crossroadscareer.org and register as an Explorer. Simply find Grace Church in the registration menu: US/Ohio - Grace Christian and Missionary Alliance Church and enter the registration code - grace4livinghope. Once registered you should print and binder the 2012 Workbook. PLEASE BRING YOUR WORKBOOK MONDAY AND TO ALL OUR CROSSROADS SESSIONS!

Please work through Step 1 in the workbook and bring your WEEKLY PROGRESS REVIEW & PREVIEW sheet (page 12 of the workbook) to share your High and Low Points of this past week. We will have table discussions during the presentations as we continue to encourage one another.

Wishing you many blessing in your job search,
Todd Linderman, Ministry Technical Support
Grace Job Seekers NetWORK
tlinderman@gmail.com

NEXT MEETING: Monday, January 30th - Introduction to Crossroads

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, January 30th at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace Church. I will present the Introduction to Crossroads Career Network, our job seeker and career transition core curriculum. If you have not already joined us on Crossroads then please go to: www.crossroadscareer.org and register as an Explorer. Simply find our chuch in the registration menu: US/Ohio - Grace Christian and Missionary Alliance Church and enter the registration code - grace4livinghope. Once registered you should print and binder the 2012 Workbook. PLEASE BRING YOUR WORKBOOK MONDAY AND TO ALL OUR CROSSROADS SESSIONS!

Thanks and I look forward to beginning the Crossroads journey with you, and getting you back to work in 2012!

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, January 16th - Planning for Success in 2012

Grace Church will be closed next Monday due to the New Years Holiday. Our next meeting will be Monday, January 16th at 7pm in The Chapel at Grace. Our topic will be "Goal Setting and Planning for Success in 2012" and I will share with you how important it is to have a Plan and to set Daily, Weekly, Monthly and a Yearly Goals for our jobs and careers, whether are working or looking for work. We will also discuss those tips and techniques that we have used successfully in our job search efforts that led to more and better interviews, and job offers!

Just a reminder, we will begin Crossroads Career Network Training at the end of January so please sign up to be an Explorer at www.crossroadscareer.org (link below) and download the 2012 Workbook to get a jump start. Our church name is OH-Grace Christian and Missionary Alliance Church and our Registration Key is: grace4livinghope.

All of us on the Grace JSN Team wish you and your families a Blessed and Prosperous New Year!

In Christ our Hope,
-Jim

www.crossroadscareer.org

NEXT MEETING: Monday, December 19th - Holiday Coffee Social

Hi Everyone:
Please join us tomorrow evening the 19th at 7:00PM at Panera Bread at 1-480 and Tiedeman Road for our annual Holiday Coffee Social. This is a great time to kick back, relax and share the spirit of Christmas with members of our group and our Team. It is also a good opportunity to netWORK and share job search ideas and opportunities. I will provide the coffee and beverages so please come and enjoy the fellowship, and take a break from all hustle and bustle of the Holidays!

All of us on the JSN Team wish you and your families a Blessed Christmas and a Prosperous New Year!

Remember, He is Immanuel - God with Us!

NEXT MEETING: Monday, December 5th "How Our Jobs Can Ruin Our Relationships"

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, December 5th at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace Church. Our topic will be Chip Ingram's "How Our Jobs Can Ruin Our Relationships" and will include time for group discussion on this critical and timely topic.

Please plan to attend and bring a friend!

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, NOVEMBER 14th - Panel Discussion on Job Search Success

Hi Everyone:
Due to the GO DEEP event at Grace on Monday the 21st we are meeting this coming Monday, November 14th at 7PM in The Chapel. We will have a Panel Discussion with Re-Employed Job Seekers and they will talk about their Job Search Success in a Tough Job Market. This will be an open forum for them to share their success stories and for you to probe into what made them successful and how they landed.

This will be an interactive meeting so come with lots of questions!

We look forward to seeing you there!

In Christ our Hope,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, November 7th - Selling Yourself and Your Ideas

Hi Everyone:

NOTE: Contrary to what was published in today's church bulletin, we are NOT meeting tomorrow, October 31st!

Our next meeting in Monday, November 7th at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace. Our speaker will be Marilee MacAskill who is a Dale Carnegie Training Consultant. Her topic will be "Selling Yourself and Your Ideas". Please plan to attend this great session on selling yourself to prospective employers and invite others who would also benefit from this discussion.

Good Hunting and Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, October 17th - Dan Toussant, The Interview Doctor

Our next meeting is Monday, October 17th at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace Church. Our speaker will be Dan Toussant, The Interview Doctor who will talk about "7 Steps to Work You Love".

Please invite someone you know who is unemployed or in job transition.

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, October 3rd - How to Use Social Networking to Maximize Your Job Search

Hi Everyone:
Our next meeting is Monday, October 3rd at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace Church. Our guest speaker will be Lorelei Suehrstedt from Robert Half/Office Team and her topic will be "Using Social Networking to Maximize Your Job Search".

Please invite a friend or someone you know who is looking for work. This topic is relevant to all of us in today's job market. How we find work is changing dramatically because of social networking and you need to know how to market yourself through social media so potential employers notice who you are, what you have to sell them, and how to find you!

I am looking forward to seeing you Monday.

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, September 19th - How to Use Staffing Firms and Recruiters

Our next meeting is Monday, September 19th at 7PM in The Chapel (Rm. 22) at Grace Church. Our topic will be "How to Use Staffing Firms and Recruiters in Your Job Search" presented by Rebecca Brunswick, President of  HirePro, LLC. She has been an executive recruiter and now owns her own staffing firm located in downtown Cleveland.

PLEASE BRING YOUR RESUME! HirePro currently has several great job openings and positions to fill and will be reviewing resumes.

Thanks and please do not forget to take our short surevey a www.tinyurl.com/JSNSurvey.

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

PLEASE TAKE OUR SURVEY!

Grace Job Seekers NetWORK (www.gracecma.org/jsn) has found that in today's tough economic climate, most people will have more than a dozen jobs during their career. To assist the ministry team develop their 2012 offerings and learn more about their current and future members, the team is asking for EVERYONE to take its short online survey – only 2-3 minutes. You can find the survey at tinyurl.com/JSNSurvey.

Thanks for taking the time to take our survey, and I look forward to seeing you all tonight at Jim Smith's "Take Back Your Life" presentation at 7pm in The Worship Center. The event is FREE to ALL.

In Christ our Hope,

-Jim

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th: Jim Smith - "Take Your Life Back"

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 12th: Jim Smith - "Take Back Your Life"

Hi Everyone:
Please plan on attending a very special presentation by Jim Smith, The Executive Happiness Coach who will show us how to "Take Your Life Back" during these difficult and very stressful times. Jim's event will be in the Worship Center Monday, September 12th at 7:00pm. Here is his website: www.theexecutivehappinesscoach.com.

If you or anyone you know needs real attitude or motivational boost to keep on keeping on, then please come and enjoy this wonderful presentation. Jim will get you fired up to make the most out of life's circumstances and not let them control you.

I look forward to seeing you all on Monday. For more information please stop by our lobby table this Sunday at Grace Church.

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETINGS: Please Note Date Changes

Due to the Labor Day holiday which falls on our first Monday meeting date we have revised our schedule with the following special meetings:

• Monday, August 29th, 7PM:
  
• Special guest speaker Lorelei Seuhrstedt from Robert Half/OfficeTeam will present "Land Your Next Job in a Tough Economy". This promises to be a great help to everyone struggling to find work in our tough economic environment, so please invite anyone you know who could benefit from her presentation. She will also spend time with our group answering your questions and be available to talk about how to use recruiters to find your next job. Lorelei heads-up the Robert Half staffing group responsible for Office Administration and Management and will gladly take your resume.
  

• Monday, September 12th, 7PM:
• Special guest speaker Jim Smith, The Executive Happiness Coach will give an inspiring talk on "How to Take Back Control of Your Life When Life is Overwhelming". Jim will be in our Worship Center and this presentation will be open to all at Grace Church. Jim is a global leadership coach and will motivate you to make changes in your attitude that will greatly impact your job search and your life. This is a MUST meeting for all job seekers, their families and friends. Please invite anyone you know who is struggling to handle serious life challenges at this time.

We will also have a lobby table on Sunday, September 11th to promote the Jim Smith event. Please stop by and introduce yourself!

Keep pressing on in His Grace,

MEETING TONIGHT, August 1st at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace Church

Our topic for tonight's meeting is "How to Discover and Use Your Spiritual Gifts" with Michelle Kinder. Every wonder what unique Spiritual Gifts God has given you to serve Him in all aspects of your life, including your job? Please join us tonight to find out!

Grace and peace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, July 18th at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace Church

 Due to the Independence Day Holiday there will be no meeting on July 4th. Our next meeting is July 18th and Christine Zayac will finish her discussion on the book "Strengths Finder - Now, Discover Your Strengths". Books with personal strengths assessment are available at our registration table for $18 (tax deductible). Michelle Kinder will also begin a two-part discussion on "Knowing Your Spiritual Gifts", which is a great follow-up to Strengths Finder.

Have a safe and enjoyable Independence Day and keep pressing on with your job search!

In Christ our Hope,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, June 20th at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace Church

“What are your strengths?” Ever fear that question in an interview and not know what to say? I know I have!

We are starting a new two-meeting topic that I am sure everyone (myself included) can use to better sell themselves to prospective employers. Christine Zayac will be discussing the book “StrengthsFinder – Now, Discover Your Strengths” and then we will follow up with a great meeting on “Knowing Your Spiritual Gifts” on Monday, July 18^th with Michelle Kinder. We have 30 copies of the StrengthsFinder book available for you to purchase as your personal copy for $18, and it includes a personal code for a confidential strengths assessment that Christine will go over. This will be an valuable tool for your job search toolbox! Here is the book review on Amazon.com for your preview: http://www.amazon.com/Discover-Your-Strengths-Marcus-Buckingham/dp/0743201140/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1305203152&sr=8-1#reader_0743201140. We will have books available at the door on Monday.

All of us struggle to know our real strengths and spiritual gifts. Please come to these great Job Seekers NetWORK meetings and invite a friend.

“You are God’s Workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works which God prepared beforehand that you should walk in them.”

I look forward to seeing you Monday!

-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, June 6th at 7PM in The Chapel at Grace Church

Our topic will be "Crossroads Step 6: SELECTING - Walk in the Work Made for You" and will complete our Crossroads program for this year. Please bring your Crossroads Workbook for our discussions.

Keep Pressing on in His Grace,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, April 18th

Our next meeting is Monday, April 18th at 7PM in Room 21 at Grace Church. Our topic will be Crossroads Step 5: SORTING - Wow Interviewers & Employers. This is a key session since everyone seeking a new position will face several interviews before a job offer is made and this is one topic that always generates lots of questions.

Thanks and I look forward to seeing you at our next meeting.

In Christ our Hope,
-Jim

NEXT MEETING: Monday, March 21st

We are meeting tonight in Room 21 (Jr High) at Grace Church at 7PM. Our topic is Crossroads Step 3: ALTITUDE - Target Opportunities and Resumes. I will be leading a session on how to target companies in your search and Michelle Kinder from Just Resumes will be discussing Effective Resumes. There will be time for Q&A so bring your resume questions for Michelle and a list of your target companies for our discussions.

No snow so I look forward to seeing you all tonight!

In Christ our Hope,
-Jim