Monmouth County Division of Workforce Development 

By Alex Freund What you will learn: How often do you feel that you were a perfect fit for the position but did not get the offer? You may have felt that you provided impressive answers, connected with the interviewer, had the exact experience wanted, met all of the requirements, and even sent timely follow-up notes. Despite your extensive efforts, however, the company awarded the position to another candidate. If only you could understand why you did not get that job. This presentation will open Continue reading →

By LaPora Lindsey, CPRW, MCPC What you will learn: This is a 1.5-hour resume workshop that will cover the foundations of writing a resume as a veteran and transitioning into a civilian role. This workshop is using the acronym FATUKA: Focus, Appearance, Transferable Skills, Uniqueness, Keywords, Accomplishments. After learning more about each of these steps you will have a resume that is interview-worthy. There will be one hour of great content for you to apply to your resume immediately and the last 30 minutes are reserved Continue reading →

By David Schuchman What you will learn: A consultant is someone who provides skills, a service or expert advice to others. For some professionals, this can be a new way to stay busy and earn income. Especially when full-time employment opportunities are not available. This program highlights the benefits and differences between employed vs. contract engagements. And, explains the steps you need to follow to pursue a path to "Work as a Consultant". A Little About David: David is an active leader in the job Continue reading →

 By Patrick Sayers Top Five Questions to Ask When Searching for a New HR Technology Solution By Patrick Sayers What you will learn: Whether you’re a small business looking for your first HCM solution or a large enterprise looking to replace an existing solution, finding the right HR technology solution is a big undertaking. And it’s increasingly important to get it right – an HCM solution is an essential tool for your organization to effectively manage the entire employee lifecycle. If your organization is looking Continue reading →

By Lisa Rangel Did you know YOU can control a bit of Age Discrimination in the hiring process? Well, you can!  Lisa will explain it all to you. What you will learn: What better way to gain insight to a recruiter and hiring manager’s thoughts than from someone with their fingers on the pulse of the job market? Get insider knowledge from this former recruiter – turned resume writer, business owner and career counselor - on how recruiters operate, what they look for, and words Continue reading →

By Ed Han You have a “LinkedIn”. Now what? Ed will tell you WHAT Recruiters are searching for in your LinkedIn profile and all things on how to make the most of your LinkedIn profile. How Recruiters Use LinkedIn By Ed Han What you will learn: Please join us on the morning of 3/8 as recruiter and job seeker ally Ed Han peels back the curtain on how Recruiters Use LinkedIn! Attendees can expect to learn: How recruiters make use of LinkedIn, including what they Continue reading →

By Deborah Burns This session is for all working professionals-business owners, hiring managers, executives, and employees. WHAT PEOPLE CAN LEARN:  -What emotional intelligence is and how it can help you advance your career. -How thinking like a writer and embodying the traits of a successful protagonist will make you the hero or heroine of your own life. -Tactics to develop the soft skills necessary in every workplace today. All About Deborah: Deborah Burns is a former women’s media Chief Innovation Officer-turned author and business storytelling expert. Continue reading →

By Demond Raybon and Christopher Bell III of StealthEnomics   What you will learn: Are you THINKING of owning your own business?Do you have your own business and are not sure what is the next step to take?Do you know HOW to take that next step?Is there are roadmap to success? Check-the-boxes system for success? StealthEnomics™ is based out of Charlotte, NC and is a one-touch business solution provider striving to help working professionals launch, build, and grow a small business. StealthEnomics™ was birthed after Continue reading →

By Tony Calabrese As a job seeker, some days are more frustrating and depressing than others. We talk about Mental Health in the workplace, but what can job seekers who are NOT working do about it? From Challenges to Opportunities By Tony Calabrese What you will learn: The presentation looks to make job searchers aware of some of the feelings they likely will feel during the search process, (and ensure them that they are perfectly normal), but also provide numerous suggestions from moving forward from Continue reading →

By Dan Roth I need workers and I need them now!  Why is unemployment on the high side, and yet no one wants to work? What can I do to get more employees?  Attend this session to find out what applicants are thinking so you can be successful in your recruiting! Inclusive Recruiting to Maximize Results By Dan Roth What you will learn: Inclusive Recruiting to Maximize Results In this discussion, we will talk about how inclusive recruitment practices coupled with a focus on work Continue reading →

By Lisa Panarello, Careers Advance Founder & CEO What you will learn: This isn’t a presentation; it’s not a seminar. It’s a hands-on WORK ON YOU session! Over the past two years, you’ve adapted, adjusted, scrambled, and invented new ways of doing to survive the crazy train. Now it’s time to stop reacting to the world and start acting on what YOU want and need from your work life. But don’t just pivot. Pivot with Purpose! Join us as Lisa Panarello reveals fundamental and progressive Continue reading →

By Marci Grossman What you will learn: This presentation will explore budgeting in a user friendly and useful manner to help viewers better understand the flow of their money. Viewers will walk away with tools to help them prioritize their expenses, and see ways to take control of their finances.  In addition to budgeting we will also discuss common money mistakes, paying attention to the small dollars, and the importance of your credit score. A little about our speaker: Marci is a CPA with over Continue reading →

This session will help prepare you for the big Monmouth County Job Fair held at Brookdale Community College on Wednesday, September 21, 2022. What to Expect: How to Prepare for a Job Fair What to expect at a Job FairHow to dress and prepare for a Job FairOn the day of the Job Fair

We are pleased to invite you to participate in the Fall 2022 Monmouth County Job Fair on Wednesday, September 21st, from 10am to 1pm.  And as always, there is no cost for attending. In recognition of Disabilities Awareness month in October and to honor our Veterans, we will have special hiring programs for these important populations. One of the biggest job and internship fairs in the area, we will feature up to 100 employers. ·       A complete list of Employer Attendance will be sent to Job Seekers in our database (a few days Continue reading →

TIME MANAGEMENT FOR JOB SEEKERS By Terrence Seamon What to expect: A lot goes into an effective job search, including the effective use of time. Time Management for job seekers touches on several essential practices including:  Prioritizing your time on the most important tasksEstablishing a daily & weekly routineFocusing on goals, for your search, for your career, and for your lifeOn the vital importance of taking breaksAchieving work & life balance About our speaker: Terrence "Terry" Seamon is a leadership development consultant and job search Continue reading →

By, Kenneth Lang What you will learn:  LinkedIn and Networking Just about all jobs these days come from Networking. Using LinkedIn is the best way to focus on that, by building a complete profile while taking advantage of the many different networking opportunities the platform offers. All About Kenneth: Kenneth Lang is the founder of KML Consultants which offers 1-on-1 LinkedIn training and networking best practices to his clients. He facilitates an online weekly LinkedIn Lunch ‘n Learn on Tuesday afternoons where attendees discuss LinkedIn Continue reading →

By Alex Freund What you will learn: Have you been told someone else was a so-called better fit? What does that really mean, anyway? How can you discover what the organization is really looking for? The signs are everywhere--if you know what to look for. In this presentation, to help you land that next role, The Landing Expert will show you how to unearth things far beyond what's shown in a job posting. A Little About Alex: Known as “The Landing Expert,” Alex Freund helps Continue reading →

What you will learn:  Learn to build your resume for: Future-forward job titles & keywordsA succinct value propositionReaders with short attention spansPositive color psychology karmaLearn some useful features, tips, tricks, and best practices along with the research to support the “why” All About Lynne: Lynne Williams, Ed.D. Candidate is the Executive Director of the Great Careers Groups, which provides online career education and networking. Contact Lynne by phone at 610-405-9756, email at director@greatcareersphl.org, on social media @GreatCareersPHL and #GreatCareersPHL and connect on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewilliams Continue reading →

How to Create, Live, and Sell a Powerful Personal Brand-A Free Virtual Fireside Chat / Webinar SELL YOURSELF How to Create, Live, and Sell a Powerful Personal Brand By, Dr. Cindy McGovern What you will learn: After millions of American workers quit their jobs during the pandemic, many of them learned a hard truth - they couldn’t sell themselves as qualified for the dream jobs that they wanted next. By attending this fireside chat, you will learn how to create an impressive, authentic personal brand Continue reading →

FREE VIRTUAL CAREER WEBINAR By Amy Geffen, PhD What to expect: If you are over 50 (or even over 40) you no doubt will experience some ageism during your job search. What are some of the things you can do to combat ageism? This webinar will discuss online learning, technology, research, and enthusiasm. Learn what to include and avoid in your resume and LinkedIn Profile, how to answer interview questions, and how to come across during the interview will be just as important as the Continue reading →