Prior Meetings
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Bringing Some Lagniappe to Job Search
Monday, August 10, 2026 at 8:30am | Speaker: Anne Mersereau, SPHR | Hub Room (2nd floor), Lake Grove Church
Looking for that little something extra to boost your job search? This session will focus on how to bring a little something more to your job search that can help you feel more confident, comfortable and as a bonus, set you apart from others. We…
Monday Meeting
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How to Use AI More Effectively in Your Job Search
Monday, August 3, 2026 at 8:30am | Speaker: Jennifer Kass, Job Seekers Mentor | Youth Room, 2nd floor, Lake Grove Presbyterian Church
*** Meeting is in the Youth Room today ***You've heard about Claude, ChatGPT and the other AI tools, but what's the best way to use them? This presentation will review how to take advantage of these powerful tools without feeling overwhelmed by all…
Monday Meeting
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Open Forum
Monday, July 27, 2026 at 8:30am | Speaker: Stan Earnshaw, Job Seekers Mentor | Hub Room (2nd floor), Lake Grove Church
Where are you getting stuck in your search? What is the most frustrating or elusive part of the process for you? What wins have you had where you learned something worth sharing with others? Let's talk about these and other topics including:Search…
Monday Meeting
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Networking Fundamentals
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 8:30am | Speaker: Stan Earnshaw, Job Seekers Mentor | Hub Room (2nd floor), Lake Grove Church
Networking is one of the most effective tools for advancing your career, yet many job seekers overlook its importance. This interactive presentation will explore why networking is essential, what it truly means, and how to approach it with…
Monday Meeting
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Smart & Powerful Negotiation Strategies
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 8:30am | Speaker: Dalena Bradley, Dalena Bradley Interview Coaching for Leaders | Hub Room (2nd floor), Lake Grove Church
Did you know that more than half of working professionals don’t negotiate their salary when offered a new position? Don’t let this be you!Today you’ll learn about the power of research, the basics of salary negotiation (and the list of what you can…
Monday Meeting
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Open Forum - Hosted on Zoom only today!
Monday, July 6, 2026 at 8:30am | Speakers: Bob Yokoyama, Job Seekers Mentor; Rich Lehmann, Job Seekers Mentor | Zoom
*** Today's meeting is on Zoom only. (No in-person meeting) ***Come join us. It is your meeting. We as a group, will answer any questions and talk about any job search topic you wish. Engage and meet other Job Seekers.BYOB (Bring your own…
Monday Meeting
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High-Performance Listening: Building Trust and Connection in Interviews
Monday, June 29, 2026 at 8:30am | Speaker: Nir Megnazi, Megnazi Consulting | Hub Room (2nd floor), Lake Grove Church
Interviews are not only about presenting your experience — they are also an opportunity to build a real connection. In this session, Nir Megnazi will teach practical listening skills that help job seekers stay present, ask better questions, and…
Monday Meeting
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Managing Rejection
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 8:30am | Speaker: Ellen Recko, Job Seekers Mentor | Hub Room (2nd floor), Lake Grove Church
Rejection hurts. It can demoralize us, make us angry, or make us want stop trying and walk away. These are normal reactions.What is also true is that there are other ways to look at rejection -- ways that may help us find something worthwhile in the…
Monday Meeting
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The Science of Serendipity: Maximizing Luck in Your Job Search
Monday, June 22, 2026 at 8:30am | Speaker: Alice Livermore | Hub Room (2nd floor), Lake Grove Church
Boost your job search success with research-backed theories and practical strategies - and a little bit of luck! We will uncover the secrets behind serendipity and create a personalized action plan to cultivate luck and seize opportunities in your…
Monday Meeting
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Networking for Those Who Are Uncomfortable With It - 2.0
Monday, June 15, 2026 at 8:30am | Speaker: Katie Silver, Silver and Co Talent | Hub Room (2nd floor), Lake Grove Church
For many professionals, the word “networking” conjures images of awkward small talk and forced connections—but it doesn’t have to. In this practical and encouraging session, we’ll reframe networking as something more authentic, more human, and…
Monday Meeting