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Gracie updated on 08/31/09 11:40:21
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Why Don't You Get a Job? * Portland Job Fair
Am planning on putting a couple events where we can get together to give ideas to prepare us for job fair (or finding work, in general). Would you guys be interested? It would be during the day.
Also let me know if you would want to meet at a restaurant or just meet at my place (Tigard).
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Reply by Patty at 11/05/09 9:47:32 --
More job-search help
Suddenly, I'm getting flyers from the City of Beaverton. Hmmm, image make-over perhaps?
Posted inside were these events at the Beaverton Library:
Job Hunting Workshops
Workshops on developing a job search strategy led by recruiting and training expert Rich Kolikof. RSVP to richkol@aol.com or by leaving your name and the class date at 503 644-9111. Visit www.beavertonlibrary.org for topics. Remaining classes: November 24 and December 1.
Get a Job Using a Computer
Workshop presented by Lonnie Martinez of Worksource Oregon. Learn about job searching, interviewing and more. Registration required. Register at the Reference Desk or by calling 503 526-2577.
1st Wednesday of the month, 10a.m.
They also offer free training in Computer Basics, Internet Basics, Internet Research Skills, Beginning Spreadsheets, Beginning Word Processing, and Email Basics.
Check out www.beavertonlibrary.org for the skills training schedule.
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Reply by Gracie at 11/03/09 1:14:27 --
Online Job Hunting...
Hey guys! I just put up and event where we can come to my place and do some online job hunting and applying. Check out the event details and come if you can.
http://www.meetin.org/city/MEETinPORTLAND/EventsDetails.cfm?EventsID=103346
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Reply by Joe at 11/03/09 1:10:53 --
Jobs in the twittersphere
From NPR/OPB: How To Job Hunt In The 'Twittersphere' http://bit.ly/1IVFdj
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Reply by Joe at 10/28/09 10:55:09 --
Plaza cleaners
@ Gracie - Tell the Plaza cleaner people that (1) you're unemployed and (2) preparing for a job interview. That's it! There's nothing to prove.
http://plazacleaners.net/images/OregonianArticleApril09.jpg
Plaza cleaner's phone # is (503)227-0242
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Reply by Gracie at 10/28/09 10:16:16 --
Joe...
That is really good to know. What do you tell them in order to get the suit cleaned for free?
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Reply by Patty at 10/28/09 8:44:25 --
here's another lead
An HR friend shared today that he needs to hire a S/W sales rep., inside sales, Hillsboro company. Email me: patty4foster@yahoo.com for more info.
Also, I'm seeing lots of new job orders come in for Boly-Welch (follow them on twitter, they post all their jobs there).
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Reply by Joe at 10/28/09 12:00:55 --
Free cleaning for job hunters!
If you're unemployed and need a suit cleaned for an interview, Plaza cleaners will clean it FOR FREE.
909 NW Everett street
Downtown PDX 97209
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Reply by Gracie at 10/16/09 11:34:06 --
2 Job Fairs in 1 day
In case you have not noticed, there are two job fairs on 10/22. Thought it would be a productive day being able to attend both. Try to come to both.
Once again, thanks to all for your input here. AWESOME!
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Reply by Vonnie at 10/14/09 12:06:22 --
Administrative Assist Position
25 hour a week Administrative Assistant Position Coordinating the daily operations of Beaverton insurance/financial services office. Responsibilities include contacting/servicing clients, processing new business applications, some outbound marketing, maintaining office forms and supply inventory and handling client payments. Contact Vonnie if you are interested at 503-924-1470.
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Reply by Patty at 10/13/09 7:31:24 --
PSU Job Fair Weds. 10/14
I heard about this Job Fair last night:
Portland State University
Non-profit Career Fair
Wed Oct 14
11am – 3pm
SMSU 3rd Floor Ballroom
Meet with representatives from over 40 organizations.
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Reply by Patty at 10/12/09 3:18:07 --
Materials Manager
If you are a Material Manager who needs a job, please email me. My friend owns a staffing agency here in town and she told me about needing an M.M. today. I can get you connected with her. Principles Only.
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Reply by Patty at 10/07/09 11:27:58 --
two leads
Starbucks (Seattle Corporate office) is seeking an HR person with 5+ yrs. of OFCCP/audit experience.
A "healthcare system" in Corvalli, (me thinks that's gotta be Good Sam--Corvallis) is seeking a nurse with strong HRIS/systems experience.
For info on either of these positions, email me ASAP so I can give you the recruiter's name/contact info.
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Reply by Joe at 10/07/09 4:16:14 --
More twitter channels
I found some more twitter channels for job hunters:
pdxmarketingjob
pdxcreativejobs
pdxbizjobs
Hope this helps!
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Reply by Gracie at 09/20/09 3:58:10 --
Tuesday
Oops! Interview Skills is on Tuesday, not Monday. :)
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Reply by Gracie at 09/20/09 2:48:45 --
Interviewing Skills
FYI: I put up an event to help with Interviewing Skills. Check it out if you can. It's on Monday, 9/21 at 1:00 P.M.
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Reply by Andrea at 09/17/09 10:04:11 --
highlights
A highlights section is great to list after the headline. But without a headline you are losing out on selling yourself at the very top.
And I almost forgot to answer another one of Gracie's questions: bullets are easier to read by most, and since a number of people don't have 20/20 vision, side with what is easiest for others to read.
Patty, I am so sorry to hear about your mom and hope she feels better soon!!
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Reply by Patty at 09/17/09 2:57:20 --
Ur Objective is NO Objective
Use a Highlights or a Summary statement. In this, you sell, sell, sell yourself.
Obviously, the objective is to get an interview (that's the only purpose of a resume). Then the interview gets you the job!
I've got dozens of articles I've written on this and we will be sharing them when we begin meeting and/or on the new LinkedIn group, which is growing every day.
Some of you may know my mother is ill. I've needed to postpone the first jobseekers meeting until Bronwyn returns from Yosemite (she's agreed to be co-chair and she has some terrific ideas) and I can determine if I am needed at me mum's home. Sorry about the need to postpone meeting until we can decipher this but at least we know we are getting a start on our own MiPL jobseekers' group.
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Reply by Andrea at 09/17/09 10:31:05 --
Objective is outdated
Best to use a Headline, but don't type out "Headline", instead just center it on the page. It is obvious to readers that it is an enhanced objective. List more than what job you are applying for. Talk about how many years of experience you have and what you plan to do to benefit the company. Example: Over 12 years of marketing and public relations for Fortune 500 companies, utilizing exceptional communication skills.
It is smart to have a keywords section at the bottom of your resume in order to repeat words that company scanners will pick up on. Mid to large size companies often utilize scanning software to gather a list of resumes that are then viewed by HR and hiring managers.
I could go on and on about job search tips!
Andrea King, MS, NCC, MCC
Careerful Counseling Services
Master Career Counselor / National Certified Counselor
www.careerful.com
(I offer 1/2 off a one hour session to MIPLr's)
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Reply by Gracie at 09/17/09 10:15:55 --
Objective?
What should an objective say? I have heard many things and am reconsidering mine?
Also, something that could not be answered, bullet points vs. written out (similar to paragraph format) on resume after each job? Thoughts?
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Reply by Andrea at 09/17/09 10:11:47 --
skills
Yes Gracie,
Listing specific skills is definitely important, as well as listing PAR statements. P: Problem/Issue A: Action(s) R: Result(s). These phrases are much more powerful on a resume vs. people that simply list their job duties for each position held. See my article on this here: http://www.poisemag.com/career/roundtable/par_statements.php
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Reply by Gracie at 09/16/09 10:17:56 --
Good!
I attended the workshop at the library which was helpful to identify what is meant by skills. Sometimes we write generic words on our resumes.
Friday is the Rules for Resume writing. Join for this one.
Bring something to write on (meaning composition book or clipboard) since you are sitting in chairs and not desks.
Also, Vonnie, thanks. That sounds like a great addition. Now we have resume writing skills, now for interview. Thanks!
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Reply by NPR at 09/16/09 10:06:36 --
Re:Workshop for Interviewing Skills
I got the same info as Vonnie. Anyone who is interested in their events can sign up on the Linkedin site and group - pdxMindShare - Portland's Career Community
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Reply by Vonnie at 09/16/09 4:41:26 --
Workshop for Interviewing Skills
"Interviewing Skills that Make a Big Difference"
Are you looking for a job?
Or looking to move ahead in your current position?
Come see how participation in Toastmasters can help.
We are having a special meeting on Interviewing Skills and Job Search Strategies.
Mike Hewlett will be speaking on "Interviewing Skills that Make a Big Difference"
Beginning with the employer's perspective, we'll explore ways you can most effectively project yourself as the best person for the job. (This will be an interactive speech conducted in a semi-workshop style).
Mike Hewlett has conducted and has made well over 100 interviews and hiring decisions for sales and management positions. He's helped develop hiring and selection procedures for a number of high-tech companies headquartered in the greater Portland area.
There will be an opportunity to practice answering typical interview questions.
Wednesday, Sept 16, 12:00-1:00
This event is FREE.
no reply required, just show up (bring as many people as you'd like)
for more information about our Toastmasters group see www.noontimenomads.org
for more information about Toastmasters International see www.toastmasters.org
Location: Training Room
13010 68th Parkway, Suite 140, Tigard, OR
(turn left at sign for US Bank & PacificSource Health Plans)
The Training Room can be located:
1) through an external entrance - stay to the right side of the building, walk past the smokers bench - the door is on your left; enter and walk down hallway to Training Room door on your right, or 2) enter main entrance and follow the signs for Toastmasters (down a hallway to your right, then take a left into the Training Room).
Posted for:
Ann DeWitt
www.dewittcounseling.com
503-956-4827
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Reply by Patty at 09/10/09 3:40:59 --
helpful
Everyone's been so helpful to make suggestions.
vonnie: I agree, the more recruiters who look at your resume, the better a document you create.
I see things beginning to pick up, suddenly. Let's all be hopeful that by the year's end, everyone who wants one has a job!
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Reply by Gracie at 09/10/09 12:48:27 --
Resume Skills & Rules
I put up two events for resume writing skills. They are free and only an hour long. One will be on a (Wednesday and athe other on a Friday).
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Reply by Vonnie at 09/10/09 10:10:33 --
Possibly I could help as well
As a recruiter for a large company -- I read resumes and interview all day long. I feel that I could add some insights on resume writing and interviewing skills. I will follow this thread - and if anyone has any specific questions please let me know.
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Reply by Andrea at 09/10/09 8:03:22 --
Free workshop
"Networking Tips for Career Seekers"
Dr. Sean Harry will host a free seminar at the Tigard Public Library on Monday, September 21, at 7:00 p.m.
Discover networking tips to find your ideal job. Learn how to use online resources and networking groups to cultivate contacts and establish relationships with potential employers. The workshop is designed for both displaced workers and students wanting to land their first job.
Dr. Harry's credentials include human resources management and experience in training, development, recruiting and hiring.
The free seminar will be held in the Community Room of the Library.
No registration is required.
The Tigard Public Library is located at 13500 SW Hall Blvd.
For more information, visit the Library's Web site at www.tigard-or.gov/library or call 503-684-6537.
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Reply by Gracie at 09/09/09 8:52:35 --
Wow!
Sorry, guys! I was out of town and just got back last night. I am so loving all the great info. Patty, if you have not done, so, definitely going to do two of the Tigard Library things. Those are great. Let me catch up and will update this message board more in a few hours once I have caught my breath.
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Reply by Patty at 09/07/09 11:18:17 --
Get A Job Meeting
As mentioned earlier, as soon as I can get the reservation, I will post this as an event on the 22nd.
Feel free to attend Mike's group on the 15th, also. I'm sure we're all attending as many networking, and job seeker groups as we can stand...I mean as we appreciate...attending.
I hope to have some guest presenters and possibly some evening meetings so we can also attract some under-employed MiPls. Tigard Library is very easy to find, just visit the City of Tigard website for a map.
Please check out our LinkedIn group in the meanwhile. Just go to groups, then in Search Groups put in this criteria:
"Get a Job"
Networking
English
to narrow the list from 384 down to just 3 pages and you should see our group (sorry no logo yet). Ask permission to join. You gotta know the secret password and handshake first (j.k.! It's a safety thing).
I think another way to get there is to go to my profile (Patty Foster), then click on my groups and look for "Get a Job", click on it and this should take you there.
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Reply by Patty at 09/07/09 7:32:37 --
New LinkedIn Group
I've created the group
"Get a Job"
on Linked In. This group will be mostly for Meet In Portland members but others may join as well. This is a place to discuss unemployment, under-employment, employment related questions, ask questions, give answers, and support one another.
Please join!
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Reply by Patty at 09/06/09 7:34:58 --
I'll get room reserved
I have an email attachment of almost all the networking groups in Portland. Can send it to you if you send your email address to me at patty4foster@yahoo.com.
I will call the Tigard Library and get a room reserved. Generally, their rooms hold about 10. I'll go for:
1pm
Tuesday
Sept. 22nd
Watch this space for a reminder. Let me know if you can make that date/time, please.
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Reply by Bronwyn at 09/05/09 2:30:49 --
Networking and support
Here is a great list. It'll fill up your calendar if you are unemployed:
http://www.jobfinderssupport.com/resources.htm
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Reply by Andrea at 09/05/09 10:46:34 --
another great link
www.linkup.com - Similar to Indeed.com (great job search sites)
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Reply by Joe at 09/04/09 9:43:16 --
Job hunting on twitter
For those who are looking to find jobs any which way you can, check out these two twitter channels:
"Jobs_Portland" and "PDXJobs"
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Reply by Joe at 09/04/09 9:38:07 --
Websites for job hunters
If you're looking for job hunting websites other than the mainstream stuff like hotjobs and monster, then check out what I've found:
Indeed dot com
http://www.indeed.com
This website spans job web sites, newspapers, and company career pages by keyword and location to fit your needs.
Snag-a-Job
http://www.snagajob.com
Part & full time jobs, with a city map that points out you where the closest jobs are from your residency.
All Portland Jobs
http://www.allportlandjobs.com
Email my resume dot com
http://www.emailmyresume.com
Connect 2 jobs
http://www.connect2jobs.org
Resume blaster
http://www.resumeblaster.com
Career builder
http://www.careerbuilder.com
Resume Rabbit
http://www.resumerabbit.com
Resume mailman
http://www.resumemailman.com
Net temps
http://www.net-temps.com
Find temp work here
Wanted jobs
http://www.wantedjobs.com
Out of work list
http://www.outofworklist.com/
A place for construction workers to find jobs
Resume analysis
resumeanalysis.com
Simply hired
simplyhired.com
Searches all of the job websites in just one swoop.
Entry level crossing
entrylevelcrossing.com
As the name indicates, you can find entry level jobs at this website.
Itz big
itzbig.com
Quite a long list, but these days you can never have enough help. Good luck!
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Reply by Drew at 09/04/09 1:44:15 --
I am interested
I'm interested in this. Please keep me posted.
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Reply by Patty at 09/03/09 2:22:28 --
Should I reserve
Hello All,
Should I go ahead and reserve a room at Tigard Library? Or should we meet at Gracie's? The good thing about Tigard Library is the coffee shop/bakery downstairs and the fact there is a white board and supplies available.
How soon does anyone want to start with this?
Patty
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Reply by Andrea at 09/03/09 10:06:24 --
connections are key
Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn.com where I have over 225 contacts who are linked to 10k others. Search under my name "Andrea King" and "Portland" or "Beaverton", if needed. You can follow me on Twitter for job search tips @Careerful. My site has many job search links: www.careerful.com. You can also join my Facebook fan page for job search tips. "Careerful- Counseling Services" or "Andrea King". Email me if you have any questions.
See the job search as a treasure hunt and it becomes a lot more fun! :)
Best,
Andrea King, MS, NCC, MCC
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Reply by Joe at 09/02/09 8:03:32 --
Using twitter
Hey job hunting twitter fans! You can now tweet your resume with this online utility:
http://www.twitres.com/
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Reply by Sean at 09/02/09 4:13:52 --
I'm soo there...
I'd definitely be interested. I need all the help I can get!
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Reply by Patty at 09/01/09 7:42:19 --
good stuff!
I'm on LinkedIn as well (a LION Linked In Open Networker, which means I'll link-in with anyone). I'm Patty Foster there.
I'm also on Twitter as Resume ResQ.
I post to About.com (Alison Doyle's column/blogs) under the name "Patty, Resume ResQ". I mention this not as a way to create business, but to share what I hear/what I know about job seeking, free.
Patty
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Reply by Bronwyn at 09/01/09 5:00:14 --
Other Groups Too
Thanks for organizing this. Let me know if you'd like some help. I attended a field trip last Friday with The Dill Pickle Society. We rented a bus and went to Intel, Port of Portland, and Pendelton Woolen Mills in Washington. Check them out on Facebook and on the web. I too am job searching, and have found linkedin to be pretty helpful. I have found many connections just by networking on there too. Meetup also has two groups for job exploration one being called Gainfully Unemployed. Andrea King and Patty do career counseling, and I have worked too for several years teaching students about college, career options,goal-setting, and saving money. I would be interested teaching people about the Japan Exchange and Teaching Program since I was a past participant. I would also be willing to do on-going monthly evening table topics letting others know about this job opportunity and others could share other job leads too. Send me an e-mail and we can brain-storm. Also check out www.visualcv.com to create an interactive resume. Plus, search me on linked in As Bronwyn Ewers to add me to your network. See you soon at a meetin event!
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Reply by Patty at 09/01/09 8:37:52 --
Hello
Gracie,
one of my HR jobseekers' groups meets at the Tigard Library. There are 3 meeting rooms there, none are huge but they are free and usually pretty easy to reserve. The Tigard Library has a lot of parking and is easy to find. I would be happy to help co-host this and plan some meetings at Tigard Library if you want.
P
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Reply by Kristy at 09/01/09 8:36:08 --
Happy to help--travel's an issue
I can assist with how to use social media for a job hunt. I've done trainings on this for my current job, and done a lot of networking events that feature its use.
Also, I can talk about updating resumes and the changes in the HR industry that have impacted how your resume looks.
I could host in my apartment in SE Portland, close-in, if I knew everyone involved. If not, I would need another venue (maybe the local library at SE 39th & Salmon) or a ride, if the meeting place was not in Portland.
Great idea!!! I would love to help.
----Kristy
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Reply by Laurie at 08/31/09 11:55:31 --
Sure!
i'd be interested in this, but if it's gonna be in Tigard, PLEASE make it easy for someone directionally challenged as myself??? TIA!!!
Laurie :)
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