Annual East Valley Career Expo - Saturday, April 30

East Valley Career Expo on Saturday, April 30, right here in our neighborhood (at the Red Mtn LDS Institute) from 9 to noon.

Go to www.evce.org to preregister AND to sign-up for helpful classes (not just for job seekers, for everyone!)

New Year's Resolutions

A great place to make an action plan and long-term goals, whether you are self-employed, a corporate ladder climber, or a homemaker, is www.ldsjobs.org

Use your lds account, or, if you don't have one, sign-up - it's free and for everyone!

Tips for living: Where to begin your job hunt | Mormon Times

Tips for living: Where to begin your job hunt | Mormon Times

Updated Workshop Info

Mesa LDS Employment Resource Services

235 South El Dorado Circle, Mesa, AZ 85202

Office 480-829-8999, Fax 480-894-1786, wel-ec-mesa@ldschurch.org

Monday – Friday 8 am – 5 pm, Tuesday 8 am – 8 pm

Professional Career Workshops (ERS Center), 2nd and the 3rd Saturday monthly, 8:30 am – 4pm. (First session

registration at 8:15 am.) This workshop helps professionals, managers and executives find or upgrade employment by using: Proven job search skills, providing available resources as well as building your own personal networking system. Dress Professionally. Please attend a resume class before the Professional Career Workshop. Pre-register at www.mypcw.org

Professional Networking Group (Mesa LDS Institute at MCC, 1310 S. Dobson Rd. Cultural Hall), 2nd and the 4th

Wednesday monthly, 6:30pm – 9pm. The objective of the program is to provide opportunities for career professionals to network with other career professionals, to meet employers and executive recruiters, to learn additional job search techniques and to practice skills taught in the Professional Career Workshop. The program will provide opportunities for career professionals to broaden their networking contacts through active participation with other career professionals. Come dressed Professionally and prepared to give your “Me in 30 Seconds” statement. Pre-register at www.pcnm.org

Career Workshops (ERS Center), 1st Wednesday and Thursday monthly 9 am – 1 pm, 2nd and the 3rd, Wednesday monthly, 6pm – 10pm. This workshop is designed to help you develop the skills required to achieve your career objectives. The four segments taught are: My Goals, My Resources, Interaction with Resources and Continued Success. Please call to register.

Self- Employment Workshop (ERS Center), 1st and the 2nd Tuesday monthly, 6pm – 9:30pm. Successful planning for small business is the purpose of this workshop. This is accomplished by introducing the participant to such subjects as: Business Success Cycle, Starting a Business, Business Plan, Financing, Taxes and much much more. (2 sessions) Please call the register.

Resume Writing Class (ERS Center), Every Tuesday 9am – 11am and the 3rd Tuesday monthly, 6pm – 8pm. The good, the bad and the ugly are examined in this workshop. The participant learns to describe his/her best qualities and attributes in 30 seconds while selling themselves in a manner which will attract employers.

Portfolio Class (ERS Center), 2nd Tuesday monthly, 6pm – 8pm. This class demonstrates the difference between “the Proof of the Portfolio vs. the Promises of the Résumé”. The portfolio is a 15 minute or less presentation in the interview proving to the employer that you can do what you say. A portfolio presentation properly prepared, rehearsed and presented almost always results in a job offer.

11.1.10 www.ldsjobs.org/mesa

Sunset West Home Inspections

Sunset West Home Inspections offers its customers a top of the line customized report that is written in a full narrative form and is delivered within 24 hours of the inspection. Our report includes a description of the home, along with digital colored pictures. The report also includes an Executive Summary with digital pictures for a quick and easy reference.

We are on call 7 days a week with a lock box key that allows easy access for your convenience.

Our Inspection Includes:

STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS

Foundation, floors, walks, columns, ceilings & roofs.

EXTERIOR

Wall claddings, flashings & trim, entry way doors, windows, garage

door operators, decks, balconies, steps, porches and railings.

ROOFING

Roof coverings, drainage systems, flashings, skylights, chimneys, and

roof penetrations.

PLUMBING

Piping materials, fixtures, faucets, functional flow, leaks, cross connections,

DWV systems, functional drainage, water heater, chimneys, flues and vents,

and fuel storage.

ELECTRICAL

Service entry conductors, service and grounding equipment, main

over-current devices, amperage and voltage compatibilities, lighting

fixtures, switches and receptacles, polarity and grounding of all

receptacles and ground fault circuit interrupters.

HEATING

Heating equipment, normal operating controls, automatic safety

controls, chimneys, flues and vents, solid fuel heating devices,

distribution systems including fans, pumps, ducts, and piping

supports, dampers, insulation, air filters, registers, fan coil units, and

the presence of an installed heat source system in each room.

CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING

Central air conditioning to include cooling and air handling equipment,

normal operating controls, distribution systems including fans,

pumps, ducts and piping with supports, dampers, insulation, air

filters, register, fan coil units, and the presence of an installed cooling

source in each room.

INTERIOR

Walls, ceilings, floors, steps, stairways, balconies and railings,

counter tops and cabinets, doors and windows, separation walls and

doors between dwelling and attached garage.

INSULATION & VENTILATION

Insulation in unfinished spaces, ventilation of attics, foundation

areas, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry venting systems.

Should you have any question, please feel free to contact us.

We look forward to earning your business.

Sincerely,

Cliff V. Robinson

Owner / Operator

Sunset West Home Inspections, LLC.

Cell: 480-318-7480

Fax: 480-677-4676

sunset.west@hotmail.com

Sterling Scorpion and Pest Control

Sterling Scorpion and Pest Control

A small company that cares Big about each and every customer and their pest control needs.

480-354-0691

www.sterlingscorpionpestcontrol.com

Census Jobs in Mesa

Census Taking Opportunity

US Census is now hiring in Mesa and your country needs your help!

The US Census is now recruiting in Mesa and your assistance is needed to assure an accurate count. Federal funding and representation is determined by the census. Please call 1-866-861-2010 or 480-270-8361 for more information on how you can help your community by becoming a census taker.

www.2010censusjobs.gov

*Please note- The census is in desperate need of applicants who live in downtown and central Mesa. Do not apply online! Please call the number above! **

Our approach at Balance Chiropractic is simple. We believe that health is among our most valuable possessions. And while we generally meet people after they've lost their health, our commitment is two fold. First we strive to provide the best relief care to help people get back on their feet then offer wellness visits to maintain that fluid motion, proper muscle tone and un-interfered nervous system. Regardless of your health goals, our job is to offer you the finest chiropractic care possible and its up to you to decide how much of it you want.

Dr Hallows DC graduated top of the class from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA. He uses a combination of drops, side posture, Activator and Lumbar Flexion Distraction in addition to hands on muscle release and stretching. Sound interesting? Please contact our Mesa office to make an appointment today or visit our website at http://www.drhallowsdc.com/.

Yours in Health,
Sam Hallows DC

http://www.drhallowsdc.com/

480.985.0720 office

480.363.2743 cell

Updated Class Locations and Times - These are a MUST (and FREE!)

Please call 480-829-8999 and Reserve your place for a Workshop or Resume Class

Professional Workshops

(ERS) 2nd and 3rd Saturday of each month 8:15am-4pm

Professional Networking Group

(Mesa LDS Institute) 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 6:30pm-9pm

Self-Employment Workshops

(ERS Center) 1st & 2nd Tuesdays 6pm-9:30pm

Career Workshops

(ERS Center) 2nd & 3rd Wednesdays 6pm-10pm

(Mesa Alta Mesa Stake Center) Last & 1st Thurdays 6pm-10pm

Resume Writing Class

(ERS Center) Every Tuesday 9am-11am

3rd Tuesday 6pm-8pm

Portfolio Resume Class

(ERS Center) 4th Tuesday 6pm-8pm

Locations:

ERS - Mesa LDS Employment Services, 235 South El Dorado, Mesa

Mesa LDS Institute - 1310 S. Dobson Rd, Mesa

Mesa Alta Mesa Stake Center - 5330 E. McLellan Rd, Mesa

Freelance Writing and Paralegal Services

Experienced and friendly individual available to assist you and/or your business with: promotions, copywriting, articles, reports, research, newsletter articles, employee bios, policies/procedures manuals, etc.

Paralegal services also offered full time, part time, or temporary. Corporate/title insurance and Department of Justice/criminal litigation experience with electronic filings, drafting documents, pleadings, transcripts, maintaining files, subpoenas, and court filings.

Please contact Ceil Brink at ceil_brink@yahoo.com to find out how she may help you!

Just Windows window washing

Hey, this is Nicole Marquez and I just wanted to get the word out for my new business, Just Windows window washing.

While I am home for the summer, I want to get in as much work as I can and any business would be greatly appreciated! This is a great idea for a father's day gift, so spread the word!

Thanks for everything, and call me anytime.

JUST WINDOWS
Window Washing- Commercial and Residential
Call Nicole Marquez for Details
(480) 567-2458

free estimates

Emergency Preparedness Workshops

This month's topic is Gardening.

Go to http://www.iwillprepare.com/index_files/Workshops.htm for date/time/location AND for notes and slides from previous workshops!

NewboldLines Plumbing, Gas Lines, and Services

602-291-4277 ask for Ken

25 years of plumbing experience offering quick and reliable service in a variety of specialties including, but not limited to:

- Gas lines (basic installation of lines to custom features like tikki torches, firepits, barbeques, pool heaters, and fire features)
- Propane tank and system installations -regulators, ball valves, and flex lines installed and repaired (23 gallon tanks available for long-term year supply storage and emergency needs!)
- Solar water heaters - perfect for the current Arizona tax and climate environment! (ask about our specials on solar clothes dryers)
- All plumbing repairs (hose bibs, garbage disposals, leaky faucets
- Unique products explained, installed and repaired (recirculating pumps for instant hot water, water softeners)
- Sewer line installation, cleaning, and repair (it's messy, but someones gotta do it)

We also offer the following with our tractors, bobcat, and mini-excavator:

- Demolition, haul-off of dirt, debris and construction cleanup
- Excavation and levelling jobs (use us instead of your back for small jobs!)
- Yard haul-offs and cleanup


For a free estimate please call Ken at 602-291-GASS (4277)

newbold.1@netzero.com
fax 480-373-9484

Dental Jobs - www.dentaljobber.com - PT and FT

www.dentaljobber.com

This is a free service to facilitate employment in the dental industry whether you are a dentist, assistant, hygienist, or front desk person / receptionist. It is unique in that it can allow for people who are already employed in the industry but who need additional hours and pay to find part-time work. It also assists practice owners to be able to find part-time employees without paying full-time fees and advertising rates.

The site is sponsored by a dental business mentoring firm to assist its clients to grow by providing dental services during off peak hours (but hours that are more convenient to most of the general public).

Clean Arizona- Carpet, Tile & Grout Cleaning

Clean Arizona- Carpet, Tile & Grout Cleaning



At Clean Arizona we specialize in:
Carpet Cleaning
Tile and Grout Cleaning and Sealing
Upholstery Cleaning
Stone Cleaning and Sealing
We handle Residential and Commercial Accounts across the valley including:
Mesa
Gilbert
Chandler
Tempe
Apache Junction
Scottsdale
Queen Creek
Coolidge
Phoenix

As the owners, Blaine Aurich and I have set a goal to build our business around quality customer service. We strive to exceed our customer’s expectations in quality of work and fairness in our pricing. We also take pride in our interactive website found at http://www.cleanarizona.com/ which features an interactive quote builder and an online scheduling tool. We would be glad to provide a free estimate for you and answer any questions you might have via phone or email. We look forward to serving you in the future.
Sincerely,
Derrick Hansen & Blaine Aurich
Owners
Clean Arizona
602-803-5613
info@cleanarizona.com

Emergency Preparedness Resources

http://www.iwillprepare.com/index.htm

John Sherman who is in the Gilbert Higley Stake who has an emergency preparedness workshop on the 4th Thursday of each month. This month’s topic is on Communications in Emergencies. It is open to everyone and begins at 7:00 p.m. at the LDS Gilbert Higley Stake Center. He gives a wonderful powerpoint presentation with each workshop and has 50 – 100 people who regularly attend. You are invited to attend any of his workshops.

His past workshops may also help you prepare for the class or booth that you have been assigned for our Stake Family Self-Reliance Fair in April. You may access his previous workshops on his website which is found at the bottom of the page with the following link. http://www.iwillprepare.com/index_files/Page1188.htm

New Job Search Tips from Providentliving.org

Check out this list of new guides and ideas!

http://www.providentliving.org/content/display/0,11666,8550-1-4774-1,00.html

NEW: Job Search Tips
A series of Job Search Tip sheets have been developed to help you be successful in finding employment. The tip sheets go hand in hand with the Career Workshop taught at the Church’s many employment centers and highlight the most effective techniques for finding a job. The tip sheets are a great tool for employment specialists to use when coaching members.
Job Search Planning Finding a new job is a full-time job. Plan to work at it with the same discipline you would if you were working full-time.
Me in 30 Seconds A “Me in 30 Seconds” statement is a simple way to present to someone else a balanced understanding of who you are.
Present Your Skills Presenting facts about your skills and experience is not boasting; it allows others to understand how you can add value to their organization.
Effective Networking Networking is the most effective way to find a job; approximately 70 percent of all jobs are found this way.
Interview Techniques The key to a successful interview is adequate preparation.
Writing a Résumé or CV Employers will probably spend less than 30 seconds looking at your résumé or curriculum vitae (CV). They will interview only the strongest candidates.
Written Communication Filling out applications or writing cover letters and thank-you letters gives you opportunities to express your skills and impress employers.
Working a Job Fair The purpose of going to a job fair is not to ask for a job but to develop relationships that might lead to a job.
Negotiation Skills You are in a position to negotiate salary, benefits, and job details when the employer understands your value to the organization.
Earning Your Daily Bread Heavenly Father has blessed all of His children with the talents and gifts they will need to best provide for themselves and their families.
For additional information, go to Tips to Get You Hired

East Valley Career Expo

Opportunity to explore employment opportunities with
over 80 growing companies. Plus classes on resume
writing, interviewing skills, networking, and more.

WHEN
Saturday, April 18th, 2009
9am–12noon

WHERE
7126 E. McKellips Road
Mesa, AZ 85207
( LDS Red Mountain Institute Building)

FIND A GREAT JOB & CAREER
NO COST TO ATTEND
TO REGISTER OR FOR MORE INFO GO TO www.evce.org

EAST VALLEY
CAREER EXPO

Mortgage Help in Arizona

4864 E. Baseline #103 Mesa, AZ 85206
480-289-5232 Office 480-289-2759 Fax www.mortgagehelpaz.com



With the current economic conditions and unemployment on the rise, many homeowners are at risk of losing their homes. Mortgage Help in Arizona is a company that specializes in modifying existing loans for homeowners.
We cannot help everyone, but our services come with a no risk 100% money back guarantee.
· There is NO pre-payment or upfront cost for our services.
· We provide a projected outcome prior to accepting any money from the client.
· 100% money back guarantee in writing. Once the process begins, and at any time prior to signing their newly modified loan, the client may choose to not continue with our service and receive 100% money back.
· We do not originate new loans. We only modify existing loans through the clients existing lender.
· There is no adverse affect on the homeowner’s credit score by modifying a loan.
· There is no Credit score requirement.
· Our services are performed by a legal services company, who specializes in loan modifications, not by a mortgage company.
· We can provide help for all property types: Owner Occupied, Rental, Commercial, Acreage, & Lots.
Please call us today and let us help you start the process of recovering your peace of mind.
Jon Wilson
Office: 480-289-5232
Direct: 602-330-2739
jon@mortgagehelpaz.com

Home Savings Ideas and Resources

From and by Lucy Ulrich (and today is her birthday!)

HOME SAVINGS IDEAS AND RESOURCES
THUNDER MTN WARD 2009


SAVING AND USING GROCERY STORE COUPONS

There are so many web sights that match up coupons for you and tell you exactly what coupons to use and where to find the coupons. They even provide direct links to internet coupons. A lot of these deals will result in free or almost free items, and some are even money makers. These web sights are a great resource, give you step by step directions, and are completely free.

Coupon Sources
Sunday Newspaper
www.dbe.azcentral.com ($1 Sunday paper)

Buy or Trade
Trading with friends, family, and neighbors is best and most economical. Make sure if you purchase them that it is worth it.
www.ebay.com
www.hotcouponworld.com

Internet Printables www.pinchingyourpennies.com/forums/showthread.php?t=9527
Printing out coupons can get expensive so use scratch paper as often as you can and for cheap ink refills go to: www.private.abacus24-7.com

E-coupons
These are coupons you can load on to your grocery store member cards and they automatically come off when you purchase the corisponding item. These can be stacked with paper coupons for double savings.
www.shortcuts.com
www.cellfire.com
www.pgesaver.com



Money Saving Web Sights
Basic savings ideas, CVS, Walgreens, Wal-mart, Target, Kroger’s (Fry’s) internet printable coupon match ups, department and specialty stores, internet shopping savings, free samples links, etc.
www.commonsensewithmoney.com
www.moneysavingmom.com (great tutorials links on right hand side, CVS 101, Walgreen’s 101, Supermarket savings 101)
www.thethriftymama.com
www.moneysavingmethods.blogspot.com
www.thecentsiblesawyer.blogspot.com
www.goodorfreedeals.blogspot.com
www.freebies4mom.com
www.hiptosave.com
www.mommieswithcents.com
www.slickdeals.com (great deals on apparel, electronics, toys, etc)
www.bradsdeals.com (great deals on apparel, electronics, toys, on-line discount codes, etc)
www.retailmenot.com (on-line discount codes)
www.ebates.com (rebates for shopping on-line)
www.upromise.com (college savings plan)

Local Web Sights
www.pinchingyourpennies.com (this is one I use a lot, it is a great resource)
www.sistersavings.net (grocery store ads)
www.becentsable.net
www.azdealsbyallison.blogspot.com
www.providentprincess.com

Menus
It is so important to have a plan and stick to it when you are grocery shopping. It is best to center your weekly menus around what is on sale.
www.5dollardinners.com
www.jane4girls800dollarannualbudget.blogspot.com
www.supercook.com

Dining out and Entertainment
Even if you need to cutback dates nights are still so important for our marriages and our sanity. Some of the best memories come from those inexpensive, creative dates we had when we were young and broke. Be creative and remember the most important part of date nights is spending time together.

Restaurant Specials
Always check the newspaper and local mailers for coupons.
www.azcentral.com
www.azeats.com
www.restaurant.com (bradsdeals.com always has discount codes to get certificates even cheaper)




Kids Eat Free
Here are a few local restaurants that offer free kids meals:
Chick-fil-a every Tuesday 5:30-7:30
JB’s every Wednesday
Fazolis $.99 meals on Tuesdays 5-8 pm
Lone Star Streakhouse every Tuesday 2 free meals w/purchase of entrée
TGIF Mondays and Tuesday
Joe’s Crab Shack Tuesdays
Denny’s Tuesday s and Saturday
Garcia’s Mondays