Getting the Job You Want series

Kim Richmond will present a series of free programs outlining effective techniques for getting the job you want at the Mount Laurel Library on Tuesday evenings, September 10, 24, October 1 and 8  from 6:30-8:00 p.m.   Richmond is a Senior Marketing Executive and Adjunct Professor at the School of Business at Rutgers University in Camden.  No registration is needed.

Developing Your Personal Brand – September 10

* Why it is important to think about yourself as a brand

* The power of personal branding in your job search

* How to build your brand and translate it into a cover letter and resume

10 Places to Look for Your Next Job – September 24

* 10 resources to find job opportunities

* How to uncover the "hidden" job market with tips that will make your networking more effective

* How to truly leverage (not just use) LinkedIn in your job search

10 Steps to Successful Job Interviews – October 1

* How to handle the salary question

* How to set yourself apart with your career portfolio

* Which interview questions you should ask

* How to demonstrate that you are the right person for the job

How to Negotiate and Accept the Right Job Offer  - October 8

* Evaluate the elements of a job offer

* Identify which elements are negotiable

* Prepare for the negotiation

* Review an offer letter

LinkedIn for Job Seekers and Career Changers

Social Media guru Katie DeVito will present a program outlining effective use of LinkedIn for job seeking and career changing at the Mount Laurel Library on Wednesday, February 27 at 6:30 p.m.  No registration is needed.

What is LinkedIn and how can it be used as a tool for job seekers and career changers? Come learn how to navigate the tough economy and promote yourself and your business by using LinkedIn.  

Katie DeVito will offer relevant tips and lead you through a hands-on demo on how Social Media can effectively help you land that dream job, boost your company’s bottom line and more.