I’ll be volunteering at tomorrow’s Job Fair sponsored by EmploymentGuide.com. Always look forward to meeting candidates, sharing information and answering career, resume and job search questions.  If you are planning to attend be sure to stop by and say Hi!

I’m helping out at a Career Fair tomorrow and want to welcome anyone within driving distance of Southeast Michigan to join me at the event. I’ll be there providing resume reviews, answering questions and strategizing with job seekers – if you attend please stop by and say Hi! The information is below, hope to see you there.

EmploymentGuide.com in cooperation with AARP and WiserWorker.com are sponsoring and participating in this event. AARP is offering Branding Workshops and more than 50 employers are expected to participate. Bring lots of resumes, professional attire and be ready to smile!

Wednesday, August 25^th

9:00 am to 1:30 pm

Southfield Civic “Center” Pavilion

26000 Evergreen Rd.

Southfield, MI 48076

Hope to see you there!

Yesterday’s career fair through the local (Detroit) Fox affiliate which teamed up with Employment Guide and AARP, brought in a unique mix of professionals that have been laid off or let go and searching for something new. A common thread throughout the day was the desperate response of “I’ll take anything, I just need a job”, when asked what they were looking for.

After learning of their targeted area of search and asking about their strategies, it became clear that many job seekers are still not taking advantage of the tools and techniques that successfully assist in finding jobs faster. What I heard from many job seekers was that they had dabbled in networking but didn’t really feel comfortable talking with strangers or opening up to friends and family; they didn’t want to be a burden.

The second thing I heard repeatedly was that the candidates had heard of LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and other online networking platforms, and some had even joined the communities, but most were not utilizing them effectively in their job search.

I wanted to stand on the table I was working from and shout to the job seekers that they needed to indeed step out of their comfort zone and what they have done in past job searches, and embrace new technology and communication mediums if they wanted to find a job. If not, I’d see them back here at the next Career Fair!

But, before I made a spectacle of myself, I reminded myself that all people are created differently and while some thrive in the job search environment others need more of a helping hand. That is where I come in and why I participate in Career Fairs.

If you are one of the career fair attending job seekers that still feel awkward and nervous about trying new search techniques, remember you’re not alone. Many job seekers are uncomfortable just like you.

It is OK to feel unsure, uncomfortable and self-confident, but do something anyway! The more you step out and seek new avenues for employment, the easier it will become. You can not afford to quit plus, trying new techniques will keep you from getting bored, and it will increase your circle of contacts and opportunities tremendously!

Shine On Job Seekers!

Once again Fox 2 Detroit is sponsoring a career fair to help those in the southeast Michigan area connect with companies currently looking for new candidates.

Putting America Back to Work Job Fair

Wednesday, August 19^th

Burton Manor

27777 Schoolcraft Rd.

Livonia, MI

9:00 am – 1:30 pm

I will be there answering questions and reviewing resumes so please make sure to stop in and say Hi!

The link below is from the host of the career fair EmploymentGuide.com. and it offers a list of the current companies attending the career fair. http://www.employmentguide.com/jobfairdetails.html?JobfairID=3115

Remember to come early, dress for success, and bring plenty of resumes to pass out. Also, do your research so you can focus on those companies that offer you the most opportunity.

Hope to see you there!!

Hi! Just a reminder of the Fox 2 sponsored Career Fair being held at Lawrence Tech on Wednesday June, 17. I’ll be there providing resume reviews and answering career related questions.

Stop by and say Hi!!!

Putting America Back to Work

Sponsored by Fox 2 News and EmploymentGuide.com

Wednesday, June 17, 2009 from 9:00 – 1:30 p.m.

Lawrence Technical University

Don Ridler Field House

21000 W. 10 Mile Rd., Southfield

Free Parking – Free Admission

 Friday’s Free for All

Today was a fun, new experience for me. I was asked to take part in two interview pieces for our local Fox network. The first interview was completed on Wednesday when I went into their studio and participated in a live plug for a career fair I’ll be at next week. It was quick, easy and hopefully helpful. I was thankful I wasn’t nervous and it was only a few minutes long.

The Career Fair is sponsored by Fox 2 and will be held at Lawrence Tech University on Wednesday, June 17 from 9 am to 1:30 pm. It will be in the Don Ridler Field House. For more information check out this link to the Fox2 Job Shop.

I was also asked to be part of a piece the local network is putting together for air later this summer. It is on the entire job search process. They asked me if I would be interested in helping with it. Of course I said Yes! They wanted a sample before and after resume to exhibit and also wanted to talk with and interview a past client of mine. I called a client of mine I knew would be perfect for the interview and he thankfully accepted.

Earlier today I had Robin Schwartz, a Fox 2 news anchor and reporter, at my office for about an hour. She came with one cameraman. The interview went very well and was primarily focused on resume development; with many of the common questions asked regarding length, order, online applications and focus, and objective statements. There was great information exchanged but unfortunately our interview was 45 minutes and the program will be only 30 minutes with me being just a small portion of it. 

Well, it was fun and I appreciate the opportunity to get a little air time in and hopefully help job seekers in the process. It won’t air until sometime in July …will keep you posted on the outcome. Enjoy your weekend and Shine On!