In collaboration with the National Capital, New York City-Southern New York, and Greater Delaware Valley Chapters, we are pleased to offer you a 6 week series of teleconferences on a variety of employment topics.
Each teleconference lasts just one hour and is accessible via a toll-free number.
What is a Teleconference?
A teleconference is an opportunity to learn new information from the comfort of home by calling into a designated number to hear an interactive presentation.
**Please note you must register for each call you would like to listen in on.
March 18th, 2010 at 7:00 pm: Staying Positive while Job Hunting
Michele Broomfield PHR, CPTA, CPDA, Certified Coach & Trainer, Results Coaching Systems and The Broomfield Group
Looking for a job, particularly in the current economy, can be a frustrating, lengthy process that can lead to negative thinking. Employment consultant Michele Bloomfield will discuss practical ways to maintain motivation and a positive outlook while searching for your next job.
Registration deadline is March 9, 2010.
Register for this call by calling the chapter at 757-490-9627 or by clicking here.
March 25th, 2010 at 7:00 pm: How to Search and Apply for Jobs On-Line
Lori Daly, Human Resource Professional
Eric Elmore, Human Resource Representative
Does the thought of looking for a job on-line feel overwhelming? Which job board sites are the best to use? Is your resume formatted properly, especially if it will be scanned by computer software? Lori Daly and Eric Elmore, two human resource (HR) professionals, will discuss tricks of the trade of internet job searching.
Registration deadline is March 16, 2010.
Register for this call by calling the chapter at 757-490-9627 or by clicking here.
April 1st, 2010 at 7:00 pm: Practical Applications of the ADA Amendments
Marian Vessels, Director of the DBTAC Mid-Atlantic ADA Center
Did you know that significant amendments to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) have been proposed? Marian Vessels, Director of the Disability and Business Technical Assistance Center, will discuss the ADA, proposed changes, key issues including accommodations and disclosure, and the direct implications for people with MS.
Registration deadline is March 23, 2010.
Register for this call by calling the chapter at 757-490-9627 or by clicking here.
April 8th, 2010 at 7:00 pm: Resources for Training and Placing Older Workers
Arthur Koff, Founder, RetiredBrains.com and author of Invent Your Retirement
Yolanda Lallo, National MS Society Member
Are you an older individual looking to return to the workforce or change careers? Arthur Koff, an active senior, will discuss various tips for older workers seeking employment, including where to search, temporary work, volunteering, and resume writing. Yolanda Lallo will share her experiences working with a Senior Community Service Employment Program, that ultimately led to gainful employment.
Registration deadline is March 30, 2010.
Register for this call by calling the chapter at 757-490-9627 or by clicking here.
April 15th, 2010 at 7:00 pm: Considerations for Career Changers
Dorra Blacker, MA, Clinical Specialist, Vocational Services, Rusk Institute
Karen Jackson, National MS Society Member
Are you having difficulty with your current job? Are you considering changing careers but need direction? Vocational rehabilitation specialist Dorra Blacker will explore the necessary steps to effectively navigate this transition. Karen Jackson will share her own experiences that led to shifting her career.
Registration deadline is April 6, 2010.
Register for this call by calling the chapter at 757-490-9627 or by clicking here.
April 22nd, 2010 at 7:00 pm: Starting a Business: With the Right Supports, It's Easier than you Think
Beth Keeton, Senior Consultant, Griffin-Hammis Associates & The Center for Social Capital
Have you considered starting a business but felt you did not have the necessary skills? With the right supports, it may be easier than you think. Employment consultant Beth Keeton will discuss different types of businesses, important things to consider, and potential resources available to help launch a successful business.
Registration deadline is April 13, 2010.
Register for this call by calling the chapter at 757-490-9627 or by clicking here.
