June 20, 2010

Extra daylight hours for extra June networking

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One of the best things about living in Seattle at this time of year is the copious amount of daylight we can enjoy each day. It's surprising how much activity one can cram into a day when the sun doesn't set until after nine o'clock each night. Considering all the networking events and job fairs over the next couple of weeks, you'll need all the extra hours you can get.

For the rest of this month, there are plenty of instructional sessions for job seekers of every level - from resume advice for first-timers to insider tricks of the trade for the grizzled interview veterans. Here's hoping you can fit all of these events into your schedule and still have time to enjoy the sunset.

MON., JUNE 21

Connext Young Professionals Happy Hour Mixer - The YWCA invites young professionals (under 40 years old) to meet with other influential Seattle businesswomen in the fields of human resources, law, nonprofit and finance. Gifts and raffle prizes will be awarded. Where: YWCA-Seattle. When: 5:45 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free.

Meet The Author of "The Connectors" - Come hear a presentation by Maribeth Kuzmeski, author of the networking book "The Connectors," as she shares her five-step methodology for building high-quality relationships. Where: Studio C, Bellevue. When: 6 to 8 p.m. Cost: Free, but registration is required.

TUE., JUNE 22

Creating an Effective Resume Workshop - This two-part workshop with Edryce Reynolds will help you create a resume from scratch. In Part 1: Warm-up to Resume Creation, participants will learn about the basics of resume layouts and how to list relevant skills and interests. During Part 2: Easy Resumes on the Computer, to be held the following week, participants from the first class will create a basic resume using Microsoft Word. Where: Tacoma Public Library, Olympic Room, Tacoma. When: 1 to 3 p.m., June 22 and June 29. Cost: Free, but reservations are required for both classes.

WED., JUNE 23

Job Fair Seattle - Meet with government, nonprofit organizations and local companies for positions in sales, customer service, clerical, administrative, engineering, finance, marketing, advertising and business administration at this event, presented by Nationwide Job Fairs. Where: Best Western Rivers Edge, Tukwila. When: 1 to 5 p.m. Cost: Free.

Young Professionals Network - June's YPN networking event will feature guest speakers Warren and Betsy Talbot, creators of the Married With Luggage blog. This is a good opportunity to mingle with other Seattle Chamber of Commerce members in the 21- to 39-year-old demographic. Where: Sorrento Hotel, Seattle. When: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cost: $15 pre-paid for Chamber members; $20 after June 21; $25 at the door.

THURS., JUNE 24

Networking Skill 101: Building Trust - Learn how to expand your network through building trusting connections. This Biznik-sponsored experiential workshop will help expand your "comfort zone" around other people and give you communication skills that you can use immediately. Where: Mosaic Den, Seattle. When: 10 a.m. to noon. Cost: Free.

FRI., JUNE 25

The Puget Sound Referral Network - This group of 32 local businesses meets every three weeks to share referrals and ideas to help each other develop and grow business. Guests are welcome. For more information, call 425-772-5332. Where: The Wedgwood Broiler, Seattle. When: 11:30 a.m. Cost: Price of lunch.

TUE., JUNE 29

Seattle Career Fair - This Choice Career Fairs-sponsored event returns to Seattle, giving you a chance to meet face-to-face with hiring managers from dozens of local employers. For a list of job titles, maps and a line pass, visit the event Web site. Where: Seattle Center Northwest Rooms. When: 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost: Free

Job Preparation for Immigrants and Refugees - The city of Bellevue is launching this series of twice-weekly ESL job preparation classes for immigrants and refugees living in Bellevue, from June 29 to Aug. 10. Summer classes include Working in English, Preparing for Work and On the Job Communications. Where: Bellevue College, Bellevue. When: 5:30 to 8:50 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays. Cost: Free.

Randy Woods writes about job-search tools, networking techniques and other tips to help you land your dream job.

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