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

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).

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

Stay Confident During Job Searches

STAY CONFIDENT DURING YOUR JOB SEARCH (Alice Arredondo, Department of Economic Security)
In these tough economic times, the loss of a job can be devastating. Along with the job, we often suffer the loss of self-worth. It’s necessary to stay confident in your next job search. Here are ways to help stay positive:
· Get up early and dress according to what you have scheduled for the day. Look productive, and you will feel productive.
· Set a schedule and follow it.
· Keep in touch with people in your field. Stay abreast of industry trends and news. This will help you stay connected.
· Surround yourself with motivated, positive people. Avoid the “downers” and avoid those who may fit in this category.
· Identify your strengths and think about them daily. You can ask yourself, “Why do people come to me?” You may need to get a new perspective of your talents.
· Listen to motivational tapes or CDs.
· Seek help. You can find job listings, career-guidance specialists, resume assistance and training at One Stop Career Centers. Check http://www.arizonaworkforceconnection.com/ for locations.
· When conducting your job search, give it 100 percent for six hours a day. Research has shown that time spent beyond that is non-productive.
· Take a break on the weekend and do something fun. Bolster your confidence and get a fresh start for the new week.
Keep in mind that the One Stop Career Centers and the Arizona Virtual One Stop at http://www.arizonavirtualonestop.com/ are excellent resources to access valuable employment assistance.

Check out the LDS Employment website http://www.ldsjobs.org/, “Tip to Get You Hired”. The LDS Employment Resource Service provides, Career Workshops, Self-Employment Workshops, Resume Writing Classes (see schedule below).
Talk to your Ward and Stake Employment Specialist they also provide individual assistance.

Professional Career Networking Program

The Mesa Regional LDS Employment Resource Center is pleased to announce the implementation of a Professional Career Networking Program which will begin on Wednesday, January 14, 2009 and continue on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday, monthly thereafter.

Program Objective
The objective of the program is to provide opportunities for career professionals (whether LDS or not) 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. It is intended that the program will provide opportunities for career professionals to broaden their networking contacts through active participation with other career professionals.

Networking Meetings
When: 2nd and 4th Wednesday evenings, Monthly - 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Where: Mesa LDS Institute of Religion, Room 103
1310 South Dobson, Mesa, Arizona 85202

Advance Registration Requested. Please call (480) 829-8999

Each networking meeting will include a short “Me In 30 Seconds” introduction by each professional candidate, a “Key Note Speaker,” a short presentations by Employer/Recruiters, followed by individual and group networking opportunities. In their “Me In 30 Seconds” statements, networking participants will be asked to identify who they are, their professional field and career objective.

Online Job Help

The following is an article from Kim Komando - visit her website here: http://www.komando.com/

Online help for a tough job market
12/20/2008
Unemployment is at a 14-year high. So, if you’re looking for a job, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, the competition makes landing a job more difficult.
You must be savvy. You’ll find plenty of help online. I have some tips, and some places to look.
Creating a stellar résumé
Your résumé is your professional calling card. A poorly executed one might well go into the trash. A clean, clear effort might get you an interview. Few people land jobs with just a good résumé. But a sloppy résumé is a killer. So, your résumé must be top-notch and error-free. It is the price of admission.
Most job boards offer tips for crafting a résumé. Or, search Google for sample résumés. Microsoft Word includes templates. Microsoft has more on its site. Take your time and do it right.
Watch out for filters
Companies often filter résumés with software. So, keywords are paramount. For example, list by name the programs you know. And include a job title in your objective.
Filters can also harm you when you e-mail your résumé. It could be flagged by a spam filter. For example, the term magna cum laude will likely flag your message.
Predicting what will trigger spam filters is difficult. Online tools like SpamCheck can help. They examine your message for “spammy” words.
Optimizing your résumé’s format
The format of your résumé is also very important. Obviously, you want a fully formatted résumé suitable for printing. Include indents, bullets and font formatting.
You also need a plain-text résumé for e-mailing. It shouldn’t contain bullets, special characters or font formatting. Use asterisks instead of bullets. All caps can be used to separate sections and highlight words.
Indents and complex spacing should be avoided. Spacing often doesn’t appear correctly in e-mail; this affects your résumé’s readability. E-mail it to yourself to check readability.
Many sites can use your plain-text résumé to complete an application. The contents of your résumé are matched with the appropriate fields.
E-mailing your résumé
If possible, do not e-mail your résumé as an attachment. Attachments can spread malware. Many corporate networks strip them from messages.
Opening an attachment also takes more time. Don’t give employers an excuse not to view your résumé!
Instead, put the job title or reference number in the e-mail subject line. In the body of the e-mail, place your cover letter and résumé. Mention also that a professionally formated version of your résumé is available.
Finding opportunities
Your first instinct is probably to start at a general job site like Careerbuilder and Monster. By all means, use these sites. But don’t forget specialized job boards.
Competition on general sites is tough. And you may not find high-level or specialized jobs. So, seek out a job board specializing in your field. There will be fewer job listings. But your chances are better.
Tech workers should try Dice. Upper-level executives should head to TheLadders. It list jobs paying $100,000 or more. SalesJobs is for sales professionals, while eFinancialCareers specializes in financial positions. For government jobs, hit USAJOBS.
Search Google for other specialized sites.
Network, network, network
Networking is still important! It can help you find unlisted positions. And contacts may be able to get your résumé to the appropriate party.
First, join an industry organization. You’ll meet others in your field, including those with hiring authority. You’ll also hear about opportunities. Many organizations have their own job boards.
Alumni associations are also helpful. Former classmates in your area may help with your search. You’ll find information on your alumni association on your college’s Web site.
You should join a networking site to develop new connections. The most popular is LinkedIn. You might also try Ecademy and Ryze. These sites are similar to other networking sites. However, the atmosphere is more buttoned down and professional.
My last word
I have done a lot of hiring over the years. Résumés that are off-target are quickly pitched. I once advertised for a researcher. A guy sent a résumé highlighting his invention of a pizza machine! Too bad I wasn’t looking for that. Tailor your résumé to fit the job.
If you get an interview, act like you want the job. Have a few questions. Answer those asked with confidence and enthusiasm. A tie for men never hurts. If you’re female, avoid short skirts and revealing tops. And always, always send a thank you note afterwards.