Career Update for January

Job Search Support Group
A weekly gathering of Pathways/OI Partners, Inc. clients focused on the development and implementation of effective job search strategies through peer group support. (Does not require a RSVP)

Facilitator: Ron Ennis, Ph.D, CMF
Every Tuesday, 9:00 -11:00 AM

► Developing an Efficient Job Search Schedule
The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to re-evaluate
your job search schedule. Join us and get organized by implementing a productive schedule, create efficiencies, and reduce stress!

Facilitator: Ron Ennis, Ph.D., CMF
Thursday, January 7th, 10:00-12:00 PM

►Cover Letter Lab
There are several letters that you will write in your transition. Join us and learn how write a cover letter that persuades the reader that you are the best candidate for the job!

Facilitator: Jean Walker, Ed.D., CMF
Thursday, January 14th, 10:00-12:00 PM

►How to Find and Evaluate a Franchise Opportunity
Want your own business, but don’t want to start from scratch? This workshop will provide you with key steps in finding and evaluating a franchise opportunity. Find out the critical “must know” areas for your research, where to find available franchise opportunities and the investment required, how to define your needs and the industry you select, and how to evaluate your personal and financial risk.

Facilitator: Terry Rost
Thursday, January 14th, 1:00-3:00 PM

►Technology & Transition: Facebook, Twitter, & Beyond!Have a Facebook account, but not sure how to use it in your job search or if you should? What is Twitter anyway? In this workshop, you will further explore Facebook and Twitter, the social media websites that are increasingly popular with job searchers, recruiters, and companies. Have a laptop? Don’t forget to bring it with you!

Facilitator: Matt Morscheck, MS, NCC
Tuesday, January 19th, 1:00-3:00 PM

► Career Transition Workshop
The CTW is a core feature of your career transition services. It is recommended, though not required, that you attend all of the workshops, and attend them in the order listed. You are welcome to repeat workshops as often as you would like.

CTW: Wednesday, January 20th & Thursday, January 21st, 8:30-4:30 PM
Facilitators: Jean Walker Ed.D, CMF & Matt Morscheck, MS, NCC