Nutfield Networking Group

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This informative session will discuss in depth, the mistakes that we all make when looking for our next opportunity and how to avoid those mistakes in the first place.

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Date: Tuesday, July 19, 2005, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Debby Hoffman

Topic:
"How to stay Optimistic when Life is pulling you towards the Land of Negativity."

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Are you having challenges in life that are bringing you down? Do you find it hard to remain positive when yucky things seem to be happening to you? Are you finding it nearly impossible not to hit the very next person who tells you to “Have a nice day”? If so, then maybe it’s time for a reality check – a new perspective – and some different points of view as NH’s Positivity Guru, Debby Hoffman shares her favorite tips for remaining positive in a sometimes not so positive world. Information, motivation and inspiration are on the agenda for this evening’s presentation, and of course fun. So bring your funny bone and your business cards as we share an evening you will not soon forget.

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Date: Tuesday, July 5, 2005, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Peter Miller

Topic:
"If You Want to Find Work, Stop Chasing Jobs!!"

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When you change your focus from "looking for a job" to "looking for people who have business problems that I can help solve," very good things can happen for you. It's easier to get meetings with the key people - especially potential hiring managers - inside target organizations. You develop a sense of confidence that can translate to a more compelling self-presentation. And, when you get an assignment, you get something to put at the top of your resume's work history, some valuable income, and, quite possibly, the inside track on any upcoming W-2 positions at that organization. In this talk, Peter Miller, principal of Cobblestone Career Management, will share some ideas that will help you to broaden your search beyond posted job opportunities, and to present yourself in a way that will set you apart from the job-hunting competition. Come prepared to take a fresh look at your approach to finding work!

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Date: Tuesday, April 12, 2005, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Cynthia Wright

Topic:
"Three Kinds of Interviewing: How to Improve Your Chances to Impress!"

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Cynthia Wright has interviewed hundreds of candidates and rejected 80-85% of them. Let Cynthia entertain you with a few “war stories” from her Recruiter’s Tip Book, and then show how YOU can answer the questions and present yourself for better results. Cynthia will address the different types of interviews: telephone, informational and “in person” while emphasizing how you answer questions and behave during an interview is as important as the skills you have to offer.

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Date: Tuesday, March 29, 2005, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Bill Henes

Topic:
"So you want to be a consultant?"

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Bill will share his experiences as a full time consultant. He will give us some background on what to expect, what are some of the benefits of being a consultant as well as the drawbacks. Please join us for an interesting discussion on this profession.

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Date: Tuesday, January 18, 2005, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Leslie Gabriele

Topic:
"Job Hunting for Dummies"

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In this tough employment market, it's challenging to know how to retool yourself, how to be competitive and to be up to date on what prospective employers are looking for. Leslie will present tools and techniques on understanding the current environment, and how to avoid common mistakes. This presentation will also focus on rounding out your skill sets, and maximizing your potential in the current job market. This meeting will be extremely valuable to anyone looking to make a transition into a different field, or for anyone looking for new career opportunities.

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Date: Tuesday, January 4, 2005, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: John Taylor

Topic:
"Personal/Professional Visions"

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We are planning a few short exercises that will stimulate the thought process around who we are and therefore, what do we really want to do for the next 3,5,10 years. It was also our 3rd Anniversary!!

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Date: Tuesday, November 23, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Mike Levine

Topic:
"Positive Promotions of You Incorporated"

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This meeting will cover people marketing themselves and how to be more proactive in their search.

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Date: Tuesday, November 09, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Craig Bailey

Topic:
"Interviewing Techniques"

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This meeting will focus on the basics and encourage discussion on the finer aspects of interviewing. The evening will help us evaluate our current interviewing techniques, pick up new ones and revisit techniques we have forgotten.

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Date: Tuesday, October 26, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Dave Gutierrez

Topic:
"Career Transitions"

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We are talking to a large number of candidates that are seeing their 15 - 20+ year careers come to a screeching halt due to influences outside of their control(i.e. layoffs, acquisitions, divestitures, outsourcing offshore, etc.). As a result, more and more people are looking to make a career change that affords them some level of control and accommodation to their personal lives. Let's talk about when it is a good idea to change careers, industries, disciplines and even locations!

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Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Star Dargin

Topic:
"Leading and Managing Your Job Search"

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To be a successful job seeker you must be a good leader and manager. This workshop reviews some current leadership and management philosophies as applied to a job seeker. This will be an interactive discussion and we will use the wheel of leadership and management to self identify your natural tendency.

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Date: Tuesday, July 20, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Peg Savoia

Topic:
"Elevator Drill Assistance"

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Need a little help with that "elevator drill"? Not sure what the right message is? How about your tone, your presentation and your confidence in delivering an effective message to your networking contacts and potential hiring managers?

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Date: Tuesday, June 8, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Carlton SooHoo

Topic:
"MAP to Your Next Job"

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Carlton will lead us in a Mind Mapping exercise to help us work creatively and innovatively toward achieving a successful job search plan. A mind map is a learning and thinking tool that allows free thinking and limitless possibilities about a central idea. If your central idea is about making a career transition or finding a new job, you may need a “Map to Your Next Job” in the same way you might need a map to find your way to Plano,Texas. Please join Carlton and the Nutfield Networking members for an interesting and adventurous evening of mapping your job search plan.

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Date: Tuesday, May 25, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Sally Pelliccia

Topic:
"Resumes, Public Statements and Interviewing"

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Sally will evaluate resumes, public statements and the interview skills of a few brave Nutfield members and provide valuable feedback that we can all apply. Do you effectively articulate expertise and contributions on your resume; does it empower you during the interview? Do you know how to position the reason you're on the market? When interviewing can you calm the inner voice that says "don't toot your own horn" long enough to claim your achievements? How about the dreaded "what are your weaknesses" question; is there a good answer? These are some of the components critical to the success of your search that we will cover - using an open and interactive format that includes a little time for us all to practice.

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Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Jan Cannon, MBA, PhD

Topic:
"Resume Makeover: From So-So to Spectacular!"

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Jan will provide guidelines, tips and practical advice to help you get your resume in tip-top shape. Whether you are just starting or need a little polish, Jan will share her experience and expertise in self-assessment, formatting, and content.

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Date: Tuesday, March 30, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Joe Maressa of OI Partners, Inc.

Topic:
"Phases of Negotiation in Your Career."

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Joe will talk about the many phases of negotiation beginning with the pre-interview stage through the interview and the subsequent salary negotiations phase. As importantly, however, Joe will provide insight into how we might all manage our careers through negotiation and preparation. The range of discussion may surprise many who believe that negotiating is a one-time event when one accepts a job. Join us and explore the many Phases of Negotiations and the benefits of a pro-active strategy during a career transition and afterwards.

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Date: Tuesday, March 02, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: John C. Taylor

Topic:
"Speed Networking"

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John, a returning speaker who always has challenging and informative topics will discuss Speed Networking. It is a process to expedite your collection and dissemination of vital transition information. Come experience the high-energy, information rich, skill building experience of speed networking.

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Date: Tuesday, February 03, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Lee Binnig

Topic:
"Defining Yourself as a Business"

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Lee will address issues about what is important to a prospective employer and what is important to you as a candidate. He will provide suggestions for readying and presenting yourself for interviews, and most importantly, Lee will discuss how to differentiate yourself from other candidates.

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Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Wayne Schofield

Topic:
"Big ideas …that’s small business"

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If you're not already thinking about it, acquiring or starting a small business may be your best next step.

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Date: Tuesday, January 06, 2004, 7:00 PM at the Londonderry Christian Church , 372 Mammoth Road, Londonderry, NH.

Featured guest: Star Dargin

Topic:
"Decision Making for Job Searchers"

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Decision-making is a process. This interactive session discusses a decision-making process that will help the job seeker reach better decisions that stick, have an impact, and are clear. The participant will step through five stages of a collaborative decision-making process: 1. Clarification, 2. Determination of how the decision is made, 3. Inquiry, 4. Analysis, and 5.Moving to action.

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