Dress for Success-Going Places Network

Dress for Success Memphis will be holding the  first 8-week series of workshops under our Going Places Network Presented by Walmart.

The first series of workshops will begin on Wednesday, April 25th, 2012.

Enrollment is limited. Please call 901.363.3100 for more information. You may also write to Sandra Burke, GPN Coordinator at Sandra@dfsmemphis.org

Dress for Success Memphis

2730 Colony Park Drive
Memphis, TN 38118

www.dfsmemphis.org

Employment Week @ Whitehaven Library April 23-26, 2012

The Whitehaven Library Branch will host Employment Week events April 23-26. Employment week programs and classes provide the keys to successful interviews, job search skills, and career opportunities. Registration is not required.

Job Corps   Monday, April 23 3:00 pm
Career Coach Bus   Tuesday, April 24 10:30 am
Job Search   Thursday, April 26 3:30 pm
Interview Techniques   Thursday, April 26 4:30 pm

For more information, call 415-2781.

 

Back2Work Career Conference & Job Fair 3/10/12 and 3/16/12

Back 2 Work Career Conference is a community outreach of New Direction Christian Church a 501(c)3 organization.

DATES:

Career Workshops - Saturday, March 10, 2012  (10 am-1 pm)

Career Fair & Entrepreneur Workshops - Friday, March 16, 2012 (9 am – 1 pm)

LOCATION:

New Direction Christian Church, 6120 Winchester Rd, Memphis, TN 38115

Schedule of Events

March 10, 2012 - Career Workshops

10 am – Resume Writing

10:30 am – Preparing for the Job Interview

11:00 am – How to Find the Right Job & Keep It

12:00 Noon – Job Search Techniques

12:30 – Financial Peace/IRS Tips-Completing W-4

10 am – 1 pm – Resume Review – have your resume reviewed and critiqued by a Human Resources Professional

March 16, 2012 – Career Fair 9 am – 1 pm

Visit and interview with hiring companies during the Career Fair from 9 am – 1 pm. Bring plenty of resumes and dress professionally.

NEW TO BACK 2 WORK…

ENTREPRENEURSHIP WORKSHOPS

Back 2 Work Career Conference will offer Entrepreneurship Workshops on Friday, March 16 from 10am – 1 pm for those interested in starting a new business. Entrepreneurship is often seen as an alternative or supplement to unemployment or under-employment. Entrepreneurship Workshops will be facilitated by Min. James L. Standfield of Upper Marlboro, MD.

Fox 13 Good Morning Memphis is “On The Move” with us for a live remote  8 am – 10 am at 6120 Winchester Road with special activities for the community.

Visit and interview with hiring companies during the Career Fair from 9 am – 1 pm. Bring plenty of resumes and dress professionally.

For more information, contact Glenda Warren at 901-333-6812 or warren.glenda@n2newdirection.org

Also visit the Back2Work Website for updates and participating companies: http://www.n2newdirection.org/Back2Work/index.html

JobLINC Career & Information Fair 7/19/11 @ Central Library

 

 

JobLINC Career & Information Fair

The JobLINC Annual Career & Information Fair is scheduled for Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at Central Library, 10-3.  Over 35 companies have confirmed attendance.  The TN Career Coach will also be available for job seekers.  For more information about this event please call 901-415-2700

JobLINC Career Fair 2011 Flyer

JobLINC is a mobile job and career readiness center of the Memphis Public Library & Information Center.

SRVS Job Opening for Driver-Warehouse

MemphisHires: Memphis Job Fair on July 26th, 2010

MemphisHires: Memphis Job Fair on July 26th, 2010#upcoming.

Job Fair Monday, July 26, 2010    11:oo a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Holiday Inn Select – Airport

2240 Democrat Road
Memphis, TN 38132

JobLINC Job Fair 6/30/10 @ Central Library 10-3.

JobLINC 2010 Speaker Series

JobLINC 2010 Speaker Series

How to Prepare for Higher Education	Lucretia KelleyNational College of Business & Technology
Wednesday, June 93:00-4:00	Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryRoom L56
Job Searching on the Internet	Levi Frazier, IIIwww.netrezjobs.com
Thursday, June 10              3:00-4:00	Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryRoom L50
How To Prepare and Present Applications	Temeka GaussSchnucks Markets, Inc.
Wednesday, June 16          3:00 – 4:00	Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryRoom L56
Interview Dynamics	Sandra DallasMemphis Urban League
Thursday, June 173:00-4:00	Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryMeeting Room A
Job Searching When Your Past is Not Perfect	Cynthia WilliamsCity of Memphis Second Chance Program
Wednesday, June 233:00-4:00	Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryRoom L56
Job Searching on the Internet	Levi Frazier, IIIwww.netrezjobs.com
Thursday, June 243:00-4:00	Benjamin L. Hooks Central LibraryRoom L50

To read The Commercial Appeal’s article about the Speaker Series click here.

Save the Date

JobLINC Career and Information Fair

June 30, 2010 – 10:00-3:00

Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library

Meeting Rooms

 JobLINC is a mobile job readiness service of the Memphis Public Library and Information Center,serving the Memphis Area since 1990.

Job Security Guide

CBS’ Money Watch has created Job Security Guide with some very good pointers for your job search.  The “Package Contents” are:

The 5 New Rules for Job Security

What Not to Do: 7 Ways to Ruin Your Resume

Real-Life Resume Makeover

How to Ace the New Job Interview

Job Interview Tips

JobLINC Job Fair-Wed. 7/29 @ Central Library

JobLINC Career and Education Fair Held @ the Library  

JobLINC, the Memphis Public Library & Information Center’s mobile career center, is hosting a Career and Education Fair, Wednesday, July 29, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library (3030 Poplar Avenue), in meeting rooms A, B, and C.  The Career Fair is for adults 18 and over.  Admission is free and 35 organizations have confirmed attendance.

JobLINC has held career fairs for the last few years and attendance has always been brisk. The current state of the economy has the Library expecting the biggest job fair turnout ever. According to a Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development’s report, the unemployment rate in Shelby County rose to 9.6% in May 2009.   “The Library is a first-responder in many ways,” said Director of Libraries Keenon McCloy.  “On average we see about 8,500 people through our doors each day.  Having that level of contact, you become acquainted with what people need.” McCloy added, “Layoffs and downsizing have deeply affected some residents. In response, we’ve created programs and services customers not only want but need.”  

For more information about the JobLINC Career and Education Fair or other career seeker assistance available at the Library, call (901) 415-2700.

 About JobLINC

Recognized by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation as a model for targeted employment outreach, the JobLINC Bus has been serving the Memphis area since 1990.  The 35-foot bus with computers and internet access provides local job listings, an employment hotline, on-site resume preparation, and career search resource material.  JobLINC visits shopping centers, social service agencies and branch libraries throughout the county. Last year JobLINC assisted more than 1,000 customers with career assistance.

Seven Great Questions to ASK at a Job Interview

Lots of people practice answering questions before an interview, but it’s good to prepare a few questions to ask as well.  This article gives examples of 7 good questions to ask at your next interview.

Career Seminar 5-9-09

From Commercial Appeal page B7, 5/6/09

“A seminar on Career Change Management will be hosted at Immanuel Lutheran School, 6319 Raleigh-LaGrange Road, from 9-1, Saturday 5/9.  A hotdog lunch will be provided.

If you need a new job, are contemplating a career change, or recently lost a job, this seminar is for you.

Topics will include resume writing, interviewing skills and other information, provided by David Henry and Emily Winter.

To reserve a spot or for mor information, contact Shannon Massey or Diane Johnston at 373-4486.”

Exchange Club Community Job Fair 4/25 12-3

Community Job Fair

Hosted by the Exchange Club Family Center’s AMERICORPS Program.

Where: The Exchange Club Family Center 2180 Union Ave.

When: Saturday, April 25, 2009 Time: 12:00 – 3:00PM

Employment requirements: 18 years of age or older Valid Drivers License, Current Resume, &  Must be able to pass Background/Drug Tests.

Please bring valid driver’s license and current resume for pre-screening.

For more information contact: Cheryl Henderson (901)276-2200 x316 Email: chenderson@exchangeclub.net or

Teri Tate (901)276-2200 x312 Email: ttate@exchangeclub.net

How To Nail An Interview

Ever wondered what people REALLY do in an interview to stand out?  Well, one man decided to find out, and he posted what he found on this site.  There are even video clips to help demonstrate both good and bad behaviors. 

This is a must-read for anyone preparing for an interview!

Job Readiness Workshops 3/28/09

Motivating Ourselves to Succeed Together Workshop

Career Development – Dressing for Success – Interviewing Techniques Encouraging – Enlightening – Empowering

The Meeting Place Ministries

Audubon Park Place Apartments – 4th Floor Conference Room

939 Getwell Road (behind Subway)

Saturday, March 28, 2009 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Seating is limited. Please RSVP to 901-491-8623 or

Email: MOST_Workshop@ymail.com, if you are interested in reserving a space.

On-Site Interviews with Staffing Agency will be available.

Please come dressed for interview.

Due to limited seating, no children will be allowed.