Connect! November CCNewsletter

Connect! In this Issue Orlando Conference Connect with Employers Connect through Velop New Resources Special Offers Quick Links Printable Employer Note Video Overview CCN Blog CCN Website What's your favorite ministry environment?   New Resources Here's a look at two ways we are stepping up: Ebooks: digital versions of our Workbook in English and Spanish, as well as our two new resources, New Job Jumpstart and Real Success at Work, will be available in December. New Online Store: we are creating an online store where you can view and order all of our resources in one place. Join us at our Career Ministry Conference in sunny Orlando, FL November 14-15! This free event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with other career ministries and our Crossroads Career Network leadership team.  Click here for more information. Connect with your Employers Help employers in your area connect with your career ministry and future employees through the Crossroads Career Network.  Our website provides a free forum for Employers to post job openings and search resumes to find the perfect fit for their organization. Use this printable handout to engage employers. Need a refresher on how to post jobs and search resumes?  Watch this video overview to review some key points on using the website. Engaging employers provides your career ministry with a level of expertise and opportunity that is not possible to reach without them.  They can contribute as presenters or allow you to host your own career fair.  Job fairs bring employers and explorers in from your community to extend the reach of your ministry as you help more people find jobs, careers and God's calling.    Connect through Velop I was the guest facilitator on Velop last week.  Our topic was "How to Wow Interviewers." It turned out to be a fun time with lots of laughter and learning.  What made it great was the group interacting, working together, and helping each other.  I also appreciated that everything we needed was right at hand:  * The workbook  * Worksheets  * Power point slides  * Passing notes to group members  * Watching videos and being videoed  This morning I reviewed the video of our meeting.  As I watched everyone interact and even myself, I started laughing and learning all over again!  What a cool meeting, especially since I could sit in the comfort of my home office and not have to travel anywhere as I met with a group spread from one end of the country to the other.  --Brian Ray, Founder of Crossroads Career Ministry Questions?  Contact Cory at:  support(at)crossroadscareer.org (800) 941-3566 Free shipping on cases of 50!  $3.95/book Use this promo codes for free shipping on our new books, New Job Jump Start and Real Success at Work: I4OI3JI2T26E Expires November 30.  Price per book for case of 50 only.

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6 Million Young Adults Are Not Working

Here is a link to a Newsnet5 Article on a new crisis in the workforce - 6 Million Young Adults are Not Working!

http://www.newsnet5.com/dpp/news/national/Study-6-million-lazy-young-adults-a-drain-on-Americas-economy

If you are in this category or know someone who is PLEASE invite them to join our Grace Job Seekers NetWORK and attend our monthly meetings! It could mean the difference in their careers and lead them to meaningful work!

Grace and Peace,
-Jim

Great PD Article on LinkedIn Etiquette (Sunday, March 24, 2013)

Polaris Westshore Career Fair

Did anyone attend the Polaris Westshore Career Fair on the 27th? Was it worthwhile and would you recommend it as a MUST event for our Job Seekers?

Thanks,
-Jim

Polaris Westshore Career Fair

 

Hi Everyone:

Please see the announcement below on the Polaris Westshore Career Fair on March 27, 2013:

 

 

 

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

February 22, 2013   The Interview Doctor, Inc.

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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