Events

03/18/2010 08:30 am  "Tax Tips For Job-seekers"

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT - March 18, 2010 - "Tax Tips For Jobseekers"

QUOTE: "The thing always happens that you really believe in; and the belief in a
thing makes it happen" Frank Lloyd Wright

8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room

8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each
table choosing a Facilitator in Lounge

10:30 am - General WIND Meeting – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church
Library starting at 8:30 am through 10:30 am, following their agenda.
They then join the General WIND Meeting.

11: 15 - 12 noon: PRESENTATION: "Tax Tips for Jobseekers"

Many job seekers panic come April 15, wondering whether they will owe taxes to
the Federal government, and concerned about whether the IRS will accept as
appropriate their tax write-offs, their non-profit donations, their auto and
travel expenses going to and from job search activities, and their deduction for
a home office. Most won't realize that there are other job seeker tax
write-offs, for example, educational expenses, membership in professional
societies, software purchases, etc. Nor will they be aware that they may owe
money for possible withdrawals from 401 retirement accounts and for their
unemployment insurance benefits [yes UI benefits are taxable!].

To boil this down, today's presentation will inform you about 1) how to legally
maximize your deductions and 2) how to minimize your liabilities, so that you
receive the maximum tax return for 2009. If you have already turned your taxes
in, use this as an opportunity to learn about how to handle income tax issues
for tax year 2010.

PRESENTER: Michael Goldberg, is an H&R Block branch manager and instructor with
over 400 hours of Tax Law and Theory training. He has certification in preparing
Military personnel returns and has areas of expertise, which include Investment
Income, Small Business Operations, Charitable Donations, Self-Employed Income,
and Real Estate purchasing and sales. His background includes 21 years as a
Business Analyst and Michael has an MBA from Niagara University. To quote
Michael, "Tax preparation doesn't have to be a dreadful experience. I work with
clients to make taxes a simple and understandable process, and it is important
to me to help them plan to maximize their future returns."
See you at WIND!
Larry Elle, Facilitator
Director, Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
617-325-4521

UPCOMING PRESENTATION: "The One Question Interview (and other Interviewer
secrets)", with Michael Davis, GenTech Inc., Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 6 pm at
Career Source Career Center, 186 Alewife Brook Parkway, 3rd Fl., Cambridge, MA.

This month's speaker will share with you three key pieces of knowledge that will
help you excel at interviewing. The first crucial piece of information concerns
how a recruiter prepares an applicant for an interview with an employer. This
knowledge will help you - the applicant – know what to say and what questions to
ask. The second piece focuses on how Michael prepares hiring managers to
interview applicants to ensure that the company gets the employee who best fits
the position. Learning this employer approach will be like receiving a crib
sheet revealing the questions you may be asked in an interview.

The last nugget of information is called "the one question interview." This
method is being used more and more frequently, and it could be termed a
behavioral interview question on steroids. It is designed to really dig down
into an applicant's special strength in an area vital to a company. Here you
can expect lots of follow-up questions. Learn how to succeed at this technique
as Michael reveals a powerful way to WOW! an employer. This presentation
represents an opportunity to master the latest interview techniques.

To reserve a seat call 617-661-7867, ext. 221. Cost $10.00

03/16/2010 09:15 am  "Time Management For Your Job Search"

WIND WEST MEETING
Tuesday, March 16, 2010

PRESENTATION:
“Time Management For Your Job Search?”
with Maryann Murphy, Professional Organizer & Trainer

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am-Informal networking,
9:45am-10:45am-Good News, New Member Intros, Needs, Leads,
10:45am-11:00am- Networking,
11:05am-12noon- Presentation

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning WIND members

11:05am-12noon, PRESENTATION: "Time Management For Your Job Search"

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
Where did the day go, and why didn't I get more done? Are you having trouble
keeping on schedule during your job search? Maryann Murphy, an expert in
behavior management, will talk about time management and the most effective
strategies for taking control of your time, becoming more effective in your job
search, and making time to fit in everything else that requires your attention!
Maryann’s presentation will include specific solutions for the most common time
management problems, and handouts that will guide you in how to make the most
of every day. Bring your calendar and your "To Do" list, or just bring
yourself, and be prepared to find time and become a lot more effective each day!

PRESENTER:
Maryann Murphy has a Masters degree in Social Work and over 20 years experience
in human services, with a specialty in behavior management. She has worked as
a therapist with adults, children, families & groups, and has managed programs
in business, human services and government. She has been working for the past
2½ years as a Professional Organizer, Speaker and Trainer on Organizing and
Time Management issues. She is Director of Professional Development for NAPO-
NE, the New England chapter of the National Association of Professional
Organizers, and is a Specialist in Chronic Disorganization through the National
Study Group on Chronic Disorganization (NSGCD).

LOCATION:
WIND West meetings take place at St. Luke's Catholic Church Parish Center, One
Ruggles Street (off of West Main Street. West Main is Route 30), Westboro, MA.

Cheers,
Gail Birger
Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

03/11/2010 09:00 am  Getting the Most Out Of Networking Conversations

This week's Granite State WIND meeting will focus on informational networking
meetings and phone cons, which can often be crucial to generating opportunities
and (of course!) more contacts.

These days, when everyone is very busy and bombarded with e-mails and other
demands for our attention, job-seekers must be very focused when they do get the
chance to speak with those who may be able to help.

On Thursday Fred Nothnagel will present on this topic briefly, then lead a
discussion.

Since Granite State has been a small meeting so far, there's been lots of
opportunity for individual attention. Also, the levels of energy and
interaction are as high as those at WIND North.

All of which will make for a lively, productive morning. Come to Londonderry on
Thursday and see for yourself.

Meeting details:

Granite State WIND

Time: 9:00-noon (come later if you can't make it by 9)
2nd and 4th Thursdays

Place: St. Peter's Episcopal Church
3 Peabody Row (corner of Mammoth Rd.) Londonderry, NH (see
www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00-10:00 Open Networking
9:10 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note;
Member Good News; Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
noonish: Adjourn

post-meeting: More time for networking

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Questions about WIND or your job search?
Contact me:


Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

03/11/2010 08:30 am  Time Management For The Job Search

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT - March 11, 2010 - "Time Management for the Job Search"

QUOTE: "Happiness is where we find it, but rarely where we seek it." J. Pedit Senn

8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room

8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each
table choosing a Facilitator in Lounge

10:30 am - General WIND Meeting – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church
Library starting at 8:30 am through 10:30 am, following their agenda.
They then join the General WIND Meeting.

11: 15 - 12 noon: PRESENTATION:"Time Management for the Job Search"

Where did the day go, and why didn't I get more done?
Are you having trouble keeping on schedule during your job search? Maryann
Murphy, an expert in behavior management, will talk about time management and
the most effective strategies for taking control of your time, becoming more
effective in your job search, and making time to fit in everything else that
requires your attention!

Maryann’s presentation will include specific solutions for the most common time
management problems, and handouts that will guide you in how to make the most of
every day. Bring your calendar and your "To Do" list, or just bring yourself,
and be prepared to find time and become a lot more effective each day!

PRESENTER:Maryann Murphy has a Masters degree in Social Work and over 20 years
experience in human services, with a specialty in behavior management. She has
worked as a therapist with adults, children, families & groups, and has managed
programs
in business, human services and government. She has been working for the past 2½
years as a Professional Organizer, Speaker and Trainer on Organizing and Time
Management issues. She is Director of Professional Development for NAPO-NE, the
New England chapter of the National Association of Professional Organizers, and
is a Specialist in Chronic Disorganization through the National Study Group on
Chronic Disorganization (NSGCD)

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle, Facilitator
Director, Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
617-325-4521

UPCOMING PRESENTATION: "The One Question Interview (and other Interviewer
secrets)", with Michael Davis, GenTech Inc., Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 6 pm at
Career Source Career Center, 186 Alewife Brook Parkway, 3rd Fl., Cambridge, MA.

This month's speaker will share with you three key pieces of knowledge that will
help you excel at interviewing. The first crucial piece of information concerns
how a recruiter prepares an applicant for an interview with an employer. This
knowledge will help you - the applicant – know what to say and what questions to
ask. The second piece focuses on how Michael prepares hiring managers to
interview applicants to ensure that the company gets the employee who best fits
the position. Learning this employer approach will be like receiving a crib
sheet revealing the questions you may be asked in an interview.

The last nugget of information is called "the one question interview." This
method is being used more and more frequently, and it could be termed a
behavioral interview question on steroids. It is designed to really dig down
into an applicant's special strength in an area vital to a company. Here you
can expect lots of follow-up questions. Learn how to succeed at this technique
as Michael reveals a powerful way to WOW! an employer. This presentation
represents an opportunity to master the latest interview techniques.

To reserve a seat call 617-661-7867, ext. 221. Cost $10.00

03/10/2010 01:30 pm  "Beating the Age Rap"

Have you gotten the feeling that your age is the unspoken reason you haven't
been hired? Ageism is out there.

The most important question is:

"What can I do to overcome ageism so they'll hire me?"
(for a job in my field, not retail sales!)

The good news is that you can fight ageism, often
neutralize it completely, by understanding
- why it exists (i.e. what are the stereotypes of
mature workers),
- how to read the signals and anticipate the
stereotypes, and
- how to use Pre-emptive Positioning to show that they
don't apply to you
- how to emphasize the skills and knowledge you have that
few young adults have.

This highly interactive workshop will give you that
understanding and those skills, so that you can "beat
the rap" and land the job.

You'll learn:

- the hidden concerns and fears behind the stereotypes
- how to determine which ones they may have of you
even before you talk with them
- the tactics, techniques and behaviors you can use to
undermine and destroy the impression
that you are "one of those old people."

You'll PRACTICE in simulated situations actual
techniques and communications strategies you'll use in your search.

As Executive Director of WIND for 14 years with even
longer experience as a professional Career Consultant
and Coach, Fred Nothnagel has made a study of how to overcome
ageism. The vast majority of his clientele are
middle-aged, mid-career professionals at mid-to-senior
levels. This workshop has received very high marks since it
first ran last year, as well as testimonials at WIND meetings.

The Workshop:

Date/Time: 1:30-4:30 Wednesday, March 10

Location: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt. 62,
Wilmington, MA - home of WIND North (see
www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Cost: $40 if registered by 5:00pm Tuesday, March 9;
$45 if later(walk-ins OK)

Preparation: Simply come with your issues and
questions

To register: e-mail frednothnagel@yahoo.com
***************************************************

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

03/10/2010 11:00 am  Three Powerful Steps to Increase Self-Confidence

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, March 10, 2010

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm - WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.

WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.

COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:45 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:45 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC: Three Powerful Steps to Increase Self-Confidence

Self-confidence can take a beating during the job search and this is why it's so
important to make confidence building a top priority when job hunting. Two
helpful ways of building confidence are using your skills in a volunteer
position or in a part time job; or by growing your skills by taking a course.
Today's speaker, Kathryn McGlynn, will explore another way. She teaches others
"mental self-management" or how to use their conscious mind to help manage the
90% of our mind that is unconscious and that often gets us in trouble.

The method she uses, hypnosis, is a form of creative relaxation which helps you
replace emotions that hijack your confidence and result in unhelpful thoughts,
feelings and actions. Her presentation will build your inner strength and
self-esteem so you can feel more comfortable when jobhunting, or networking, or
when hanging out with friends. You will learn three easy ways to eliminate your
internal confidence-busters and enjoy a group session designed to activate and
empower your inner self-confidence. In the spirit of hypnosis, I suggest that
you consider being present for this opportunity to boost your job search powers.

PRESENTER: Kathryn McGlynn, is a professionally trained Certified Hypnotist,
Success Coach, and Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Development Trainer. She has been
certified through the National Guild of Hypnotists and the American Board of
Hypnotherapy.
Additionally, she received certification as a HypnoBirthing childbirth educator
in 1998. McGlynn uses hypnosis to help people improve their essential experience
of life through self-healing and self-change. Hypnosis helps change attitudes,
which is the key to changing behavior. McGlynn helps people develop a positive
mental attitude, improve self-confidence, regain self-control over unwanted
behavior choices,
and enhance personal skills and assets.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle, Facilitator
Director, Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
617-325-4521

UPCOMING PRESENTATION: "The One Question Interview (and other Interviewer
secrets)", with Michael Davis, GenTech Inc., Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 6 pm at
Career Source Career Center, 186 Alewife Brook Parkway, 3rd Fl., Cambridge, MA.

This month's speaker will share with you three key pieces of knowledge that will
help you excel at interviewing. The first crucial piece of information concerns
how a recruiter prepares an applicant for an interview with an employer. This
knowledge will help you - the applicant – know what to say and what questions to
ask. The second piece focuses on how Michael prepares hiring managers to
interview applicants to ensure that the company gets the employee who best fits
the position. Learning this employer approach will be like receiving a crib
sheet revealing the questions you may be asked in an interview.

The last nugget of information is called "the one question interview." This
method is being used more and more frequently, and it could be termed a
behavioral interview question on steroids. It is designed to really dig down
into an applicant's special strength in an area vital to a company. Here you
can expect lots of follow-up questions. Learn how to succeed at this technique
as Michael reveals a powerful way to WOW! an employer. This presentation
represents an opportunity to master the latest interview techniques.

To reserve a seat call 617-661-7867, ext. 221. Cost $10.00

03/10/2010 09:00 am   "What's In it for Me?" - Evaluating Employment Opportunities

The employment market is slowly improving. We hear that from statisticians and
the Administration in Washington. Even more credibly, we've heard from more and
more WIND members who have "landed" recently.

Now is the time to get clear about your "must-haves," "nice-to-haves" and "must avoids."

There are many factors to consider; to name a few:
- compensation, current and deferred
- benefits
- length of commute
- travel
- workload
- type of challenges
- risk of change in management or ownership
- equity opportunities
- organizational culture

For this session, Fred Nothnagel will present a model for clarifying your
priorities among these and other factors. Then, in small groups, attendees will
work to refine them and brainstorm as to how to perform "due diligence" on these
factors before and during job offer negotiations.

You'll come away with clearer criteria and steps you can take to target
companies most likely to provide what YOU want.
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IF YOU'D LIKE THE WORKSHEETS IN ADVANCE, e-mail frednothnagel@yahoo.com.
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Meeting Details:

WIND North meets each Wednesday morning from 9:00 until noon
at the Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt. 62, Wilmington, MA
(see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 am - Open Networking (just show up and jump in)
9:20 - New Member Orientation
10:00 - General Meeting (Announcements, upcoming events
and business news; Good News (happy landings; Personal Introductions;
Needs and Leads; Program
12:00-12:30 Adjourn
Post-meeting - plenty of time for more networking
**************************************************
Questions about WIND or your search for a great new job?

Contact:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Private Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

03/05/2010 09:15 am  "What HR Recruiters Want You To Know"

WIND EAST MEETING:
Friday, March 5, 2010

PRESENTATION TOPIC:
“What HR Recruiters Want You To Know"
with Gail Birger, Career Consultant

AGENDA:
9:15-9:45am - Informal Networking
9:45-10:45am – New Member Intros, Needs, Leads
10:45-11:15am - Networking
11:15-12noon - PRESENTATION

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!

11:15am-12noon - PRESENTATION: "What HR Recruiters Want You To Know"

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
Does this sound familiar? You’ve applied online for a job. Time passes, there's
no acknowledgement of receiving your resume, no calls, and then, through
networking, you hear about someone who got an interview for that job, met with
the hiring manager, and will soon get an offer. What happened? Was the person
who got called just lucky? What do you need to do to increase your chances of
getting called? I recently attended a career counselors meeting where a panel
of HR recruiters from several well-known companies revealed their views on job
search and job seekers concerns. Some of the issues they addressed included:

* Your resume, what recruiters want to see
* Who recruiters will call in for an interview and why
* One question HR recruiters will never answer
* One question they will always ask
* Cover letters, do they read them?
* How recruiters search for candidates on LinkedIn
* "Conversion Ratios", what’s that? (Hint: think job fairs)

Come to WIND EAST on Friday, March 5, 2010 and get the information you’ll need
to put your job search on the right track.

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger, principal consultant of Birger & Associates, is a career
management consultant with more than a decade of experience. Her extensive
front line corporate experience enables her to deal pragmatically with
professionals' career issues. More specifically, she helps with:
*resume and cover letter writing
*interviewing, salary negotiation
*career change
*work performance
*navigation of workplace politics
Gail facilitates the WIND East and WIND West networking groups and is a
frequent presenter on career management topics. She holds an MBA from Simmons
School of Management. Check her web site: www.birgerandassociaes.com.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets on the first and third Friday of each month at St. John’s
United Methodist Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two
blocks north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking
lot and on the Starbuck’s side of Mt. Auburn Street.

Cheers,
Gail Birger,
Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

03/04/2010 08:30 am  Fear Busters For Troubled Times

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT - March 4, 2010 - Fear Busters For Troubled Times

QUOTE: "Change is much easier than staying the same." - Kathryn McGlynn

8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room

8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each
table choosing a Facilitator in Lounge

10:30 am - General WIND Meeting – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church
Library starting at 8:30 am through 10:30 am, following their agenda.
They then join the General WIND Meeting.

11: 15 - 12 noon: TODAY'S TOPIC: Fear Busters For Troubled Times

To help you change your 'runaway fears' about the job search this presentation
combines innate inner wisdom coupled with simple exercises that you can do to
eliminate any fears you may be wrestling with. You'll learn how to check-in with
your self-talk to break the fear habit once and for all. Enjoy a group hypnosis
session designed to teach you how to relax and stay calm, even under the most
stressful conditions.

PRESENTER: Kathryn McGlynn, is a professionally trained Certified Hypnotist,
Success Coach, and Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Development Trainer. She has been
certified through the National Guild of Hypnotists and the American Board of
Hypnotherapy.
Additionally, she received certification as a HypnoBirthing childbirth educator
in 1998. McGlynn uses hypnosis to help people improve their essential experience
of life through self-healing and self-change. Hypnosis helps change attitudes,
which is the key to changing behavior. McGlynn helps people develop a positive
mental attitude, improve self-confidence, regain self-control over unwanted
behavior choices,
and enhance personal skills and assets.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator

03/03/2010 01:30 pm  "Telling Your Story"

Are you having difficulty finding the right words to
express your value to employers?

Is your resume failing to get you anywhere?

Are interviewers saying nice things about you but not
calling you back?

If you are experiencing any of these difficulties, you
may well need to beef up your story-telling. Memorable
stories about your accomplishments are what convince
employers of your value. Without them you're just one
of dozens with X years experience in your field.

At this highly interactive workshop you'll LEARN AND
PRACTICE how to
- Recognize your accomplishments
- Write and speak powerfully and succinctly about them
- Put the proper "spin" on them to capture the most
attention
- Use them powerfully in interviews and networking
meetings

The Presenter
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Fred Nothnagel, WIND's Executive Director, has coached more than 800
interviewees for more than 14 years in private practice as well as at R.L.
Stevens & Associates.

As WIND's Executive Director, he has presented this workshop more than 20 times,
to professionals of all fields and levels. Attendees have universally
acclaimed it for its high "practice factor."

Workshop Details
----------------
Time: 1:30-4:30pm Wednesday, March 3
Location: Wilmington United Methodist Church,
87 Church St., (Rt. 62) Wilmington, MA

Directions: see www.windnetworking.net

Cost: $40 if pre-registered by 5:00pm Tuesday March 2,
$45 at the door

NOTE: PRE-REGISTRATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, SINCE THERE IS
A PRE-ASSIGNMENT THAT WILL BE E-MAILED IN ADVANCE.

To pre-register or for questions about this workshop,
e-mail frednothnagel@yahoo.com.

************************
Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND and Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

03/03/2010 09:00 am  Using News Media to Gain Competitive Advantage

On March 3, WIND North will welcome Abby Grant of the Boston Business Journal,
who will speak on how to use the Boston Business Journal and other news media as
a tool in a job search. Her perspective is unique as she has a background in
recruiting and completed a recent job search of her own.

All attendees will receive a copy of to the Boston Business Journal, the leading
business publication covering metro-Boston businesses, as well as the option of
subscribing to the BBJ at a significant discount.

Learn how to "read" the paper with the eyes of an informed job seeker. You will
discover how to turn up job leads, company executives, lists of leading
industries, profiles of growing companies and top executives.

About the Presenter:

Abby Grant has close to 20 years working in the communications field including
publishing, advertising and public relations. She currently works in the
Circulation Group at the Boston Business Journal – Boston ’s premier business
publication.

Prior to that, Ms. Grant was with a Boston-based recruiting and staffing firm,
Hollister Associates, conducting Business Development for the creative and
marketing group. She has held business development and account management roles
for several Boston-based public relations and advertising agencies. Abby holds
a B.A. from the University of New Hampshire and a M.A. from Emerson College.

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WIND North meeting details:

Time: 9:00 - noon every Wednesday
(come later if you can't make it by 9)

Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62,
Wilmington, MA (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00-10:00 Open Networking
9:25 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note; Member Good News;
Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
noon-12:30 Adjourn

post-meeting: More time for networking

************************************
Questions about WIND or your job search?
Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

03/02/2010 09:00 am  The Five Pillars To Staying Positive In The Job Search

WIND West Meeting Announcement, Tuesday, March 2, 2010 -

AGENDA:
9:00 - 9:15 am - Informal Networking
9:15-9:45 - Good News, New Member Intros, Announcements, needs and Leads
9:45-11:10 - Networking tables
11:55-noon - Speaker Presentation (see below)

$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!


MEETING TOPIC: The Five Pillars to Staying Positive In The Job Search

Job hunting is an emotional roller coaster – highs one day, lows the next. These
feelings come in predictable stages and can affect your ability to job hunt.
This presentation explores ways to manage these emotions and five practical
steps you can take to maintain your well being. You’ll leave with an Action Plan
that will help you stay balanced and positive. This topic is a must for those
whose energy for the job search is flagging and who want to maintain a positive
enthusiasm as they move towards their next position.

PRESENTER: Larry Elle, MSW, is Director of Career Services at Success Associates
and WIND Facilitator at WIND West and South. Larry has helped hundreds of job
seekers find and land work they love over the past 15 years. Previously Larry
served as a clinician in Outplacement Centers helping job hunters in crisis. His
expertise includes a deep knowledge of the job search process combined with a
sensitivity to the human and motivational aspects of the job search. He is also
the author of Community Connections: Resources for Massachusetts Unemployed and
producer of Power Networking: The Path to Job Search Success.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator

DIRECTIONS to WIND West

WIND/West: (9:00 am -12:00PM, The 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month at St.
Luke’s Catholic Church, Parish Center, 1 Ruggles Street off
West Main St. (Rt. 30) Westboro, MA

From the North:
Take Rt. 495 South to Rt. 9 West (Exit 23B). Turn left onto Lyman St., then
right onto East Main St. (Rt. 30). Proceed west on Rt. 30 about ¾
mile, At the rotary, go straight thru onto West Main St. (Rt. 30). Very shortly,
turn left onto Ruggles Street. The Parish Center and parking lot are on the
right behind the church.

From the South: *Take Rt. 495 North to Rt. 9 West (Exit 23B).
Follow the above directions to the church from there.

From the West (Worcester area): Take Rt. 290 to Shrewsbury St. (Exit 15). Follow
Shrewsbury St. about 1.3 miles to Rt. 9 East. Stay on Rt. 9 East about 6.3 miles
to Milk St. (Rt.135).
Stay on Milk St. a bit less than a mile, and then turn right onto Fisher St. Go
to W. Main St. and turn left onto Ruggles Street.

02/25/2010 09:00 am  What's Your Brand? - Lessons from the Olympics

We're all aware of branding - the concept started with ranchers, to prove
ownership of their herds, then grew to connote quality and value to customers.

Personal branding is not new, either. Much has been written and taught about
it. But in my experience few job-seekers understand how the concept applies to
them, and even fewer consciously build and leverage their personal brands
effectively. We can learn a lot from Olympic athletes as well as the advertisers.

At Granite State WIND on the 25th, Fred Nothnagel, WIND's Executive Director and
a Career Consultant/Coach who has helped more than 800 professionals find
career-buliding work, will present the major points and techniques of personal
branding. Each person will be able to present and receive feedback on his or her
brand statement, as well as discussing the "how-to's" with the group.

Come, join us on the 25th and sharpen up your brand statement!

Meeting details:

Granite State WIND

Time: 9:00-noon (come later if you can't make it by 9)
2nd and 4th Thursdays

Place: St. Peter's Episcopal Church
3 Peabody Row (corner of Mammoth Rd.) Londonderry, NH (see
www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00-10:00 Open Networking
9:10 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note;
Member Good News; Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
noonish: Adjourn

post-meeting: More time for networking

****************************************
Questions about WIND or your job search?
Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

02/25/2010 08:30 am  Ace The Corporate Personality Test

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT - February 25, 2010 - Ace The Corporate Personality Test

8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - General WIND Meeting – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
starting at 8:30 am through 10:30 am, following their agenda. They then join the
General WIND Meeting.

11: 15 - 12 noon: TODAY'S TOPIC: "Ace The Corporate Personality Test"

Your resume is top notch. Your skills are in demand. But how does your
personality measure up -- on paper? Competition in today's business world is
fierce. Each year thousands of applicants vie for a limited number of job
openings. Today, many corporations are relying on personality tests to identify
the candidates they want to hire. Are you prepared for the test that stands
between you and your dream job?

In this presentation you will take an abbreviated personality test and have the
opportunity to score your results. You will learn the eight key dimensions of
personality the tests measure. You will also learn how to improve your
desirability and how to frame your answers to best fit the position you are
seeking. If you want to climb over that last barrier before landing and banish
your pretest jitters, then be sure to attend this WIND meeting.

Presenter: Larry Elle, MSW, is Director of Career Services at Success Associates
and WIND Facilitator at WIND West and South. Larry has helped hundreds of job
seekers find and land work they love over the past 15 years. Previously Larry
served as a clinician in Outplacement Centers helping job hunters in crisis. His
expertise includes a deep knowledge of the job search process combined with a
sensitivity to the human and motivational aspects of the job search. He is also
the author of Community Connections: Resources for Massachusetts Unemployed and
producer of Power Networking: The Path to Job Search Success.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator

UPCOMING PRESENTATION: "Revive That Resume!" Pat Pestana will share ideas about
how to make your resume stand out while helping you avoid mistakes that will
sink your ship. Wednesday, February 24, 2010, 6 pm at Career Source Career
Center, 186 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, MA, in the Fresh Pond Shopping
Center near the Alewife T Station. Call 617-661-7867 ex. 221, to reserve a
place. $10.00 cash only.

02/24/2010 01:30 pm  Using Social Media to Supercharge Your Job Search - a Guest Workshop

LinkedIn?
Twitter??
Facebook?!?
YouTube?!?!

... and these are only a very few of the bewildering array of social media that
has grabbed worldwide headlines, exhorting us to link, post, tweet and friend up.

How can these media help you build your personal brand and get you the attention
you deserve?

On the 24th you can learn how, from a true expert, Judy Parisella, whose energy
and savvy held everyone's rapt attention until 1:00 at last week's WIND North
meeting.

No matter if you're a curious novice or a well-connected tweeter, you won't want
to miss this workshop.

Specifically, you'll learn:

- how to create an on-line presence that compels employers and recruiters to
contact you

- how to multiply the size and power of your network virtually

- how to showcase your expertise and launch your reputation into higher orbits

- how to combine and choreograph the various social media into an integrated
Marketing Program that amplifies the power of ALL your job-search efforts.

About the presenter:

Judy Parisella is a high-energy marketing strategist and partnership development
specialist with 20+ years of success driving revenue growth and achieving
leadership in highly competitive markets. Before establishing her own marketing
consulting firm, JP Marketing, in 2009, she served as North American SME in
Marketing Development and Channel Partner Communications at SAP Americas.

One might describe Ms. Parisella as a marketer with a heart as well as a brain.
Her twin passions are civility, which she actively promotes through another
enterprise, Mojo2Go Community Civility Projects, Inc. and helping non-profits
develop partnerships and raise funds through - guess what - social networking.

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Workshop Details

Time: 1:30 - 4:00 PM Wednesday, Feb. 24
Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, 87 Church St. (Rt. 62), Wilmington, MA
Your cost: $40 with advance registration by 5:00PM Tuesday,
Feb. 23; $45 at the door, payable by cash or check.

To register, e-mail frednothnagel@yahoo.com.
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Questions about WIND or your search?
Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

02/24/2010 11:00 am  The Real Scoop: An HR Pro Explains The Hiring Process

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, February 24, 2010

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm - WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.

WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.

COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:45 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:45 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC: "The Real Scoop: An HR Pro Explains The Hiring Process"
Do you want a verbal picture of a messy reality? Do you want to hear an
exposition on how to survive the major and minor land mines Human Resources will
plant in your way when interviewing? Do you want your information straight up?
No spritzers, no chasers, no on the rocks to soften the news?

If so, you'll gain very valuable inside information from the former Director of
Human Resources at the Samsonite Corporation, John Thomas. John promises not to
mince words, telling it just as he experienced it working the other side of the
interview process. You'll learn how HR departments go about their hiring
decisions and leave sober and educated. You'll be better able to survive the
next interview and maybe even manage to come out on top!

PRESENTER: John Thomas was Director of Human Resources at the Samsonite
Corporation in Rhode Island. He is also a fWIND member and knows what it's like
being on both sides of the hiring process. He has just landed a new position as
Vice President of Human Resources at a company to be announced.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator

UPCOMING PRESENTATION: Revive That Resume!. Pat Pestana will share ideas about
how to make your resume stand out while helping you avoid msitakes that will
sink your ship. Wednesday, February 24, 2010, 6 pm at Career Source Career
Center, 186 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, MA, in the Fresh Pond Shopping
Center near the Alewife T Station. Call 617-661-7867 ex. 221, to reserve a
place. $10.00 cash only.

02/24/2010 09:00 am  What's In It for Me? - Evaluating Employment Opportunities

The employment market is slowly improving. We hear that from statisticians and
the Administration in Washington. Even more credibly, we've heard from more and
more WIND members who have "landed" recently.

Now is the time to get clear about your "must-haves," "nice-to-haves" and "must
avoids."

There are many factors to consider; to name a few:
- compensation, current and deferred
- benefits
- length of commute
- travel
- workload
- type of challenges
- risk of change in management or ownership
- equity opportunities
- organizational culture

On the 24th, Fred Nothnagel will present a model for clarifying your priorities
among these and other factors. Then, in small groups, attendees will work to
refine them and brainstorm as to how to perform "due diligence" on these factors
before and during job offer negotiations.

You'll come away with clearer criteria and steps you can take to target
companies most likely to provide what YOU want.
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Meeting Details:

WIND North meets each Wednesday morning from 9:00 until noon
at the Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt. 62, Wilmington, MA
(see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 am - Open Networking (just show up and jump in)
9:20 - New Member Orientation
10:00 - General Meeting (Announcements, upcoming events
and business news; Good News (happy landings; Personal Introductions;
Needs and Leads; Program
12:00-12:30 Adjourn
Post-meeting - plenty of time for more networking
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Questions about WIND or your search for a great new job?

Contact:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Private Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

02/19/2010 09:15 am  "How To Get What You Want...With A Little Help From Your Friends"

WIND EAST MEETING:
Friday, Feb. 19, 2010

PRESENTATION:
"How To Get What You Want...With A Little Help from Your
Friends" with Kathryn McGlynn, Certified Hypnotist and Success Coach

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am - Sign-In, Informal Networking
9:45am-10:45am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs and Leads
10:45am-11:00am - Networking with members
11:05am-12noon - PRESENTATION

PRESENTATION:
11:05am-12noon, "How to Get What You Want...With A Little Help From Your
Friends"

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
On Friday, Feb. 19, 2010 come to WIND East and join us in a fun, interactive
group exercise that will help you:

* define your dream
* overcome obstacles to achieving your dream
* increase your success potential

After the group exercise, participate in a very enjoyable and short group
hypnosis session that Kathryn McGlynn, certified hypnotist, designed to
enhance your self-esteem. If you want to increase your self- confidence and
reduce stress, don't miss this WIND East meeting on Friday, Feb. 19, 2010!

PRESENTER:
Kathryn McGlynn's therapeutic emphasis combines hypnotism and motivational
coaching to help people bring more peace and joy into their lives.
She offers a wide spectrum of wellness and healing benefits including
habit control (weight, smoking, nail biting, etc.), cluttering issues,
transforming life challenges, stress relief, pre-and post- surgical
hypnosis, self-esteem and empowerment, pain management, and more.
With her soothing voice, she has produced a series of hypnosis CDs that
comfort and support anyone who may be suffering with life challenges
and is interested in self-healing and self- transformation.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets the first and third Friday of each month at St. John's
United Methodist Church, 80 Mount Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is
two blocks north from Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church
lot as well as on the Starbuck's side of Mt. Auburn Street.

Cheers,
Gail Birger, Career Coach
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

02/17/2010 09:00 am  Demystifying Social Networking and Leveraging It In Your Job Search

Social Networking has been and will be an increasingly hot topic in the worlds
of employment as well as marketing. Though research has shown that well over
60% of marketing professionals realize its potential and more and more employers
trawl LinkedIn and other sites for "passive" candidates, most professionals
still aren't sure how best to use the power that such marketing channels provide.

On Feb. 17th, WIND North will feature Judy Parisella, a bona fide expert on
using all forms of social networking, including LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and
YouTube, to create powerful brands, develop a following of target customers and
compel them to want to know much more about the brand.

I had the great privilege of attending a 3-hr. presentation Ms. Parisella gave
on the subject last month and truly couldn't wait to sign her up to speak at
WIND North. She'll also be offering a workshop at WIND the following Wednesday
afternoon, Feb. 24.

In her presentation, Ms. Parisella will touch on several topics vital to any
professional's job search, including choosing and using the best social
networking channels to

- Build YOUR brand and project it powerfully where it counts
- Multiply your networking effectiveness
- Drive employers and recruiters to you instead of remaining in the "resume mountain"
in their in-boxes.

About the Presenter:

Ms. Parisella is a high-energy marketing strategist and partnership development
specialist with 20+ years of success driving revenue growth and achieving
leadership in highly competitive markets. Before establishing her own marketing
consulting firm, JP Marketing, in 2009, she served as North American SME in
Marketing Development and Channel Partner Communications at SAP Americas.

One might describe Ms. Parisella as a marketer with a heart as well as a brain.
Her twin passions are civility, which she actively promotes through another
enterprise, Mojo2Go Community Civility Projects, Inc. and helping non-profits
develop partnerships and raise funds through - guess what - social networking.

No matter whether you're pretty savvy at social networking or a skeptical
newbie, you'll learn a great deal this Wednesday at WIND North. Don't miss it!

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WIND North meeting details:

Time: 9:00 - noon every Wednesday
(come later if you can't make it by 9)

Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62,
Wilmington, MA (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00-10:00 Open Networking
9:25 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note; Member Good News;
Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
noon-12:30 Adjourn

post-meeting: More time for networking

************************************
Questions about WIND or your job search?
Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

02/16/2010 09:15 am  NO WIND WEST MEETING TUES., FEB. 16, 2010

WINDers,
NO WIND WEST MEETING tomorrow (Feb. 16)due to the impending snow storm and poor
driving conditions.
The next WIND West meetings will be on Tuesday, March 2 and Tuesday, March 16.
Be well.
Cheers,
Gail
Gail Birger, WIND Facilitator/Career Coach

02/16/2010 09:15 am  "Likeability: Can It Help Your Job Search?"

WIND WEST MEETING:
Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010

PRESENTATION TOPIC:
“Likeability: Can It Help Your Job Search?”
with Gail Birger, Career Coach and WIND Facilitator

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am - Informal Networking
9:45am-10:45am – New Member Intros, Needs, Leads
10:45am-11:10am - Networking
11:15am-12noon - PRESENTATION

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members.
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!

PRESENTATION,
11:15am-12noon: “Likeability: Can It Help Your Job Search?”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
Do people like you? Research has shown that if you are not “likeable” in the
work place, you will be judged as incompetent no matter how skilled and
experienced you are. If your networking and social skills are poor, and you go
on an informational interview, there too you will be perceived as “less than”
the person who has less experience than you, but comes across as genuinely
friendly and adaptable. In his book, “The Likeability Factor” author Tim
Sanders points out that if you become a person that others like, you will more
likely succeed in your career and in your personal life. This is not just feel
good stuff; Sanders spent several years doing social science research in this
area, as well as documenting the results of his own seminar attendees. He found
that your likeability needs to be believable so that others trust you. Of
course, likeability is not the only factor in landing a good job and keeping
it, however it is an important factor. Fortunately you can learn how to be more
likeable by addressing four critical personality qualities: friendliness,
relevance, empathy, and realness. Come to WIND WEST on Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2010
and learn how to job search more effectively by increasing your “L factor”.

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career consultant who works with professionals who are job
hunting and need help with resume and cover letter writing, interviewing
skills, networking, and salary negotiation. Her extensive high tech corporate
experience enables her to work pragmatically not only with unemployed
professionals,but also with employed professionals who need help with job
performance, managing the boss, and navigating work place politics. Gail is a
facilitator for the WIND networking organization and teaches career related
courses at Brookline, Newton, Arlington, and Lexington adult education centers.
She holds an MBA from Simmons School of Management.

LOCATION:
WIND West meetings take place at St. Luke's Catholic Church Parish Center, One
Ruggles Street, Westboro, MA (Ruggles Street is off of West Main Street. West
Main is Route 30.

I’m looking forward to seeing everyone!
Cheers,
Gail Birger, Career Coach
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

02/11/2010 09:00 am  "Roadblock Removal"

"Damn the torpedoes! Full speed ahead!"
Adm. David Farragut, Battle of Mobile Bay, 1864

In life, each of us periodically runs into roadblocks, as anyone who has tried
to negotiate rush-hour traffic on Rt. 93, 95 or 128 can attest. Job-hunters
often run into more than one en route to reaching their destinations.

This coming Thursday at Granite State WIND we'll focus on helping participants
blast some of their roadblocks into insignificance. We'll utilize brainstorming,
role-playing, the WIND Resource List and any other legal and moral means to
provide the dynamite and fuses.

In so doing, there will be plenty of opportunity for all to learn tactics and
techniques and most of all, to practice thinking boldly about what explosives can be used.

There's even a no-risk guarantee: if anyone at the meeting does not come away with
at least one useful tactic/technique, resource and/or contact to approach,
Fred Nothnagel will spend 5 minutes with him/her after the meeting and provide one.

Those who wish to be the subjects of our attention need bring a list of 2-3
roadblocks you're experiencing and the ways you've tried so far to blast them away.

Get ready for some serious demolition in the Granite State this Thursday!
Hard hats will be provided.

Meeting details:
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Granite State WIND

Time: 9:00-noon (come later if you can't make it by 9)
2nd and 4th Thursdays

Place: St. Peter's Episcopal Church
3 Peabody Row, Londonderry, NH (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Cost: $20 for new WIND members, $10 for returning members

Agenda:
9:00-10:00 Open Networking
9:10 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note;
Member Good News; Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
noonish: Adjourn

post-meeting: More time for networking

****************************************
Questions about WIND or your job search?
Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

02/11/2010 08:30 am  The Five Pillars To Staying Positive In The Job Search

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - 2/11/2010

QUOTE: "You don't get to choose how you're going to die. Or when. You can only
decide how you're going to live. Now." Joan Baez

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - General WIND Meeting – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
starting at 8:30 am, following their agenda until 10:30 am, at which time they
join the General WIND Meeting.

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: The Five Pillars to Staying Positive In The Job
Search

Job hunting is an emotional roller coaster – highs one day, lows the next. These
feelings come in predictable stages and can affect your ability to job hunt.
This presentation explores ways to manage these emotions and five practical
steps you can take to maintain your well being. You’ll leave with an Action Plan
that will help you stay balanced and positive. This topic is a must for those
whose energy for the job search is flagging and who want to maintain a positive
enthusiasm as they move towards their next position.

PRESENTER: Larry Elle, is Director of Success Associates Career Services and a
WIND Facilitator. Larry's prior work as a therapist and fifteen years doing
career counseling have provided him with a unique insight into the emotional
challenges of the job search and how to maintain a positive mental framework for
this task.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle, Facilitator
Director, Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
617-325-4521

UPCOMING PRESENTATION: Revive That Resume!. Pat Pestana will share ideas about
how to make your resume stand out while helping you avoid msitakes that will
sink your ship. Wednesday, February 24, 2010, 6 pm at Career Source Career
Center, 186 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, MA, in the Fresh Pond Shopping
Center near the Alewife T Station. Call 617-661-7867 ex. 221, to reserve a
place. $10.00 cash only.

Directions to WIND SOUTH Networking located at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill
River Road, Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.
General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

02/10/2010 01:30 pm  "Beating the Age Rap"

The topic of ageism in hiring and layoffs has always generated discussion at
WIND meetings and on our listserv.

In view of this ongoing interest, I'm offering again my "Beating the Age Rap"
workshop on Wednesday, Feb. 10.
The most recent iterations received VERY positive reviews and glowing testimonials
at WIND North meetings.

To me, the most important question is:

"What can I do to overcome ageism so they'll hire me?"
(for a job in my field, not retail sales!)

The good news is that you can fight ageism, often
neutralize it completely, by understanding
- why it exists (i.e. what are the stereotypes of mature workers),
- how to read the signals and anticipate the stereotypes, and
- how to use Pre-emptive Positioning to show that they don't apply to you.

This highly interactive workshop will give you that understanding
and those skills, so that you can "beat the rap" and land the job.

You'll learn:

- the hidden concerns and fears behind the stereotypes
- how to determine which ones they may have of you
even before you talk with them
- the tactics, techniques and behaviors you can use to
undermine and destroy the impression that you are "one of those old people."

You'll PRACTICE in simulated situations actual
techniques and communications you'll use in your search.

About the Presenter

As Executive Director of WIND for 14 years with even
longer experience as a professional Career Consultant
and Coach, Fred Nothnagel has made a study of how to overcome ageism.
The vast majority of his clientele are middle-aged, mid-career professionals
at mid-to-senior levels.

The Workshop:

Date/Time: 1:30-4:30 Wednesday, Feb. 10

Location: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt. 62,
Wilmington, MA - home of WIND North (see
www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Cost: $40 if registered by 5:00pm Tuesday, Feb. 9;
$45 if later(walk-ins OK)

Preparation: Simply come with your issues and
questions

To register: e-mail fnothnagel@yahoo.com
***************************************************
Questions?
Contact me:


Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

02/10/2010 11:00 am  Building Relationships: Key To Interview Success

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, February 10, 2010

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm - WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.

WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.

COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:45 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:45 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC: BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS: THE KEY TO SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEWING -
Joanne Dustin, M. S., Certified Career Coach, Certified Coach of Leaders

Often there are dozens, if not hundreds, of applicants for every job posting
today. Recruiters relentlessly sort through stacks of resumes, selecting only
those that seem to perfectly fit the job’s requirements. If you are one of the
lucky ones whose resume makes it through the sorting process, you will probably
be contacted first for a screening call and, if you pass the screening, you will
be scheduled for an interview. Then … the anxiety sets in and the pressure
mounts. What will it take to be successful in the interview?

What is a successful interview, anyway? The customary definition of a successful
interview is one from which you receive a job offer. So … what should you do to
assure that your next interview will be successful?

An interview is not only the conversation between the interviewer and the
interviewee. It actually has three critical steps:

Planning - Researching and identifying opportunities that fit well with your
skills and experience

Preparation - Understanding the company, its culture and its people, and
practicing for the screening call and the interview

Performance – Learning what to do (and what not to do) to build relationships
with your interviewers that will lead to your next job. Relationships are the
key to interview success, not only in your performance during the interview, but
also in planning and preparation.

Note: Those attending the presentation will receive a copy of Joanne Dustin’s
“Guide to Building Relationships: The Key to Successful Interviewing”.

PRESENTER: Joanne Dustin, M. S., Certified Career Coach, Certified Coach of Leaders

Through her 20+ years’ experience focused on career development and change,
Joanne has gained a deep understanding of what it takes for people and
organizations to be successful, what can get in the way as they strive to
achieve their goals, and what can be done to help them move forward. As a
consultant and coach, she has enabled them to surmount their obstacles and
challenges to achieve success.
She is founder and principal of Career Lost and Found, a coaching practice for
those in transition, Change Collaborators, a change consulting and coaching
practice, and Synergy Consulting Collaborative, an association of independent
consultants.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle, Facilitator
Director, Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
617-325-4521

UPCOMING PRESENTATION: Revive That Resume!. Pat Pestana will share ideas about
how to make your resume stand out while helping you avoid msitakes that will
sink your ship. Wednesday, February 24, 2010, 6 pm at Career Source Career
Center, 186 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, MA, in the Fresh Pond Shopping
Center near the Alewife T Station. Call 617-661-7867 ex. 221, to reserve a
place. $10.00 cash only.

02/10/2010 09:00 am  Creating and Maintaining Self-Confidence In Your Search

If you're like most people in career transition, you've experienced an emotional
roller-coaster ride in which the troughs can seem harder and harder to climb out of.

This program will show you several ways to increase your self-confidence,
motivation and energy level to face and succeed in this tough job market.

Some may seem obvious, having to do with health, planning, and people you love.

Others may well be new to you and have more to do with your thought patterns.
People who consistently reach their personal and professional goals know that
our habits of thought determine our emotional states, including our basic
self-confidence, and thus will either accelerate or inhibit our success.

No matter where you are in your search or on your own personal roller-coaster,
you'll come away with techniques that will help you get going every morning,
maintain your energy and momentum and greatly increase your self-confidence.

Check it out! You can't lose!

************************
WIND North meeting details:

Time: 9:00 - noon every Wednesday (come later if you can't make it by 9)

Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62,
Wilmington, MA (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Cost: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00

Agenda:
9:00-10:00 Open Networking
9:25 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note; Member Good News;
Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
noon-12:30 Adjourn

post-meeting: More time for networking

************************************
Questions about WIND or your job search?
Contact:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

02/05/2010 09:15 am  "Time Management For Your Job Search"

WIND EAST MEETING
Friday, Feb. 5, 2010
 
PRESENTATION:
“Time Management For Your Job Search?”
 with Maryann Murphy, Professional Organizer & Trainer
 
AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am-Informal networking,
9:45am-10:45am-Good News, New Member Intros, Needs, Leads,
10:45am-11:00am- Networking,
11:00am-12noon-Presentation 
 
COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning WIND members
 
11:00am-12noon, PRESENTATION: "Time Management For Your Job Search"
 
PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
Where did the day go, and why didn't I get more done? Are you having trouble
keeping on schedule during your job search? Maryann Murphy, an expert in
behavior management, will talk about time management and the most effective
strategies for taking control of your time, becoming more effective in your job
search, and making time to fit in everything else that requires your attention!
Maryann’s presentation will include specific solutions for the most common time
management problems, and handouts that will guide you in how to make the most
of every day. Bring your calendar and your "To Do" list, or just bring
yourself, and be prepared to find time and become a lot more effective each day!

PRESENTER:
Maryann Murphy has a Masters degree in Social Work and over 20 years experience
in human services, with a specialty in behavior management. She has worked as
a therapist with adults, children, families & groups, and has managed programs
in business, human services and government. She has been working for the past
2½ years as a Professional Organizer, Speaker and Trainer on Organizing and
Time Management issues. She is Director of Professional Development for NAPO-
NE, the New England chapter of the National Association of Professional
Organizers, and is a Specialist in Chronic Disorganization through the National
Study Group on Chronic Disorganization (NSGCD).
 
LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets on the first and third Friday of each month at St. John's
United Methodist Church,80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two
blocks north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking
lot and on the Starbuck's side of Mt. Auburn Street.
 
Cheers,
Gail Birger
Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

02/04/2010 08:30 am  Interviewing: How to become A Finalist!

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - 2/4/2010

QUOTE: "You were born an original, don't die a copy." John Mason

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - General WIND Meeting – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
starting at 8:30 am, following their agenda until 10:30 am, at which time they
join the General WIND Meeting.

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: Interviewing: How to Become A Finalist

Getting interviews is tough. Becoming a finalist is even tougher. Bill
Varnell, a former CEO with a large health insurance company, will provide
secrets from “the other side of the table” to help you become a finalist in the
interview process. Bill has been an employer, responsible for hundreds of hiring
decisions, and he will help you get into the “hiring manager's head” so you can
differentiate yourself from other applicants.

Today’s presentation will make a big difference to you because it is the
employer’s concerns an applicant has to consider. You’ll learn how you can meet
the needs of the employer and in the process, make yourself a finalist. The
secrets to doing this successfully will be revealed in a comprehensive fashion
from an expert in the field and one of Boston’s most talented and humorous
presenters.

Key Benefits Gained from Today’s Presentation:

· How hiring managers look at the hiring and interview process

· How to address employer hopes, fears and concerns

· How to differentiate yourself from other job seekers

· How to use interview follow up questions to advance your cause

PRESENTER: Bill Varnell is a broadly experienced executive and consultant. He
has been a CEO of a health maintenance organization (HMO), a national healthcare
organization, and a medical liability systems and healthcare quality improvement
company. He now has a private practice in consulting with individuals on career
matters and job performance improvement. He also works with organizations over
a spectrum of issues including strategic planning, general management, marketing
and operational improvement. He can be reached at bill@varnellconsulting.com.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle, Facilitator
Director, Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
617-325-4521


Directions to WIND SOUTH Networking located at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill
Abby Grant River Road, Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.
General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

02/10/2010 01:30 pm  Beating the Age Rap

The topic of ageism in hiring and layoffs has always generated discussion at
WIND meetings and on our listserv.

In view of this ongoing interest, I'm offering again my "Beating the Age Rap" workshop
this coming Wednesday, Feb. 3.
The most recent iterations received VERY positive reviews and glowing testimonials
at WIND North meetings.

To me, the most important question is:

"What can I do to overcome ageism so they'll hire me?"
(for a job in my field, not retail sales!)

The good news is that you can fight ageism, often
neutralize it completely, by understanding
- why it exists (i.e. what are the stereotypes of
mature workers),
- how to read the signals and anticipate the
stereotypes, and
- how to use Pre-emptive Positioning to show that they
don't apply to you.

This highly interactive workshop will give you that understanding
and those skills, so that you can "beat the rap" and land the job.

You'll learn:

- the hidden concerns and fears behind the stereotypes
- how to determine which ones they may have of you
even before you talk with them
- the tactics, techniques and behaviors you can use to
undermine and destroy the impression that you are "one of those old people."

You'll PRACTICE in simulated situations actual
techniques and communications you'll use in your search.

About the Presenter

As Executive Director of WIND for 14 years with even
longer experience as a professional Career Consultant
and Coach, Fred Nothnagel has made a study of how to overcome ageism.
The vast majority of his clientele are middle-aged, mid-career professionals
at mid-to-senior levels.

The Workshop:

Date/Time: 1:30-4:30 Wednesday, Feb. 10

Location: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt. 62,
Wilmington, MA - home of WIND North (see
www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Cost: $40 if registered by 5:00pm Tuesday, Feb. 9;
$45 if later(walk-ins OK)

Preparation: Simply come with your issues and
questions

To register: e-mail fnothnagel@yahoo.com
***************************************************
Questions?
Contact me:


Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

02/03/2010 09:00 am  Sharpen Up Your Interviewing Skills

In the current highly competitive job market, needless to say, it's essential to
interview as well as possible to come out on top.

This Wednesday at WIND North we'll welcome an expert from the company side of
the desk. John Konselman's broad industry experience, along with his current
training role, make him a great resource for WIND members looking to get the
interviewing edge.

Mr. Konselman is the Training Manager for AECOM Environment, a global
environmental consulting company employing 2500 people in North America and
another 1000 globally. As a member of the corporate Human Resources Department,
he has created and delivered interviewing skills programs to help managers find
employees that will best fit the needs of the business. Prior to joining AECOM
in 2004 after attending WIND meetings, John has had a 25 year career as a
business consultant, data entry manager, restaurateur, bartender, and school
teacher.

In his presentation, Mr. Konselman will focus on knowing what to look for and
communicate during an interview, which is essential to success. Using group
activities as well as presentation and discussion, he will draw upon his
experience interviewing hundreds of candidates and teaching
interviewing techniques to both hiring supervisors and candidates applying for
open positions.

Come join us on Feb. 3 for a highly informative and lively program!
******************************************
WIND North meeting details:

Time: 9:00-noon (come later if you can't make it by 9)every Wednesday

Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62, Wilmington, MA (see
www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00-10:00 Open Networking
9:25 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note;
Member Good
News; Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
noon-12:30 Adjourn

post-meeting: More time for networking

************************************
Questions about WIND or your job search?
Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854

02/02/2010 09:00 am  Creating Powerful Messages to Employers

WIND West Meeting Announcement, Tuesday, February 2, 2010 -

AGENDA:
9:00 - 9:15 am - Informal Networking
9:15-9:45 - Good News, New Member Intros, Announcements, needs and Leads
9:45-11:10 - Networking tables
11:55-noon - Speaker Presentation (see below)

$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!


MEETING TOPIC: Creating Powerful Messages for Employers

With the new year many of you have made resolutions to work harder at your job
search. Most WIND members are sensing that the job market is likely to improve
over the next quarter. The question then is how best to get your message across
to prospective employers. How can you differentiate yourself to an employer so
that he or she understands who you are and what you can do?

Your resume is part of that process as are your cover letters, phone messages,
emails and your "elevator speech." Improve these kinds of communications and you
will improve your chances of getting interviews.

This week at WIND West we are fortunate to have as a presenter Irene Senteff, an
outplacement specialist, recruiter and long time HR professional and
professional career counselor. Irene is very experienced in getting her
candidates noticed, a skill necessary to successful recruiters. She will explain
how you can improve what you communicate and how you communicate. If you are
interested in making an impact on prospective employers you will be interested
in learning from Irene the ways and means of creating a powerful message.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator

DIRECTIONS to WIND West

WIND/West: (9:00 am -12:00PM, The 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month at St.
Luke’s Catholic Church, Parish Center, 1 Ruggles Street off
West Main St. (Rt. 30) Westboro, MA

From the North:
Take Rt. 495 South to Rt. 9 West (Exit 23B). Turn left onto Lyman St., then
right onto East Main St. (Rt. 30). Proceed west on Rt. 30 about ¾
mile, At the rotary, go straight thru onto West Main St. (Rt. 30). Very shortly,
turn left onto Ruggles Street. The Parish Center and parking lot are on the
right behind the church.

From the South: *Take Rt. 495 North to Rt. 9 West (Exit 23B).
Follow the above directions to the church from there.

From the West (Worcester area): Take Rt. 290 to Shrewsbury St. (Exit 15). Follow
Shrewsbury St. about 1.3 miles to Rt. 9 East. Stay on Rt. 9 East about 6.3 miles
to Milk St. (Rt.135).
Stay on Milk St. a bit less than a mile, and then turn right onto Fisher St. Go
to W. Main St. and turn left onto Ruggles Street.

01/28/2010 09:00 am  *NEW* WIND Meeting - Granite State WIND Opens in Londonderry, NH

On Thursday, January 28, WIND will inaugurate its 6th branch to serve
professionals in Southern New Hampshire. Meetings will take place every 2nd
and 4th Thursday of the month, facilitated by WIND's Executive Director, Fred
Nothnagel.

Granite State WIND will provide all the services offered at every WIND meeting:

�¡ Small group networking
�¡ Job search resources
�¡ Employment listings
�¡ Announcements & upcoming events
�¡ Good News (Members Employed)
�¡ New member introductions
�¡ Guest speaker presentations and mini-workshops
�¡ Job search needs & leads exchange

Other standard WIND services will be available:

�¡ WIND members can attend low-cost, content-rich small group workshops and take
advantage of individual career consulting services offered by WIND's
facilitators.
�¡ WIND's 2000+ member e-mail listservice also provides a great pool of highly
skilled, easily accessible talent to employers and recruiters, at no charge to
either the employer/recruiter or the candidate.


Meeting Details:

*************************************************
Granite State WIND

Time: 9:00-noon 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month

Place: St. Peter's Episcopal Church
3 Peabody Row, Londonderry, NH (see www.windnetworking.net for
directions)

Cost: $20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning WIND members

Agenda:
9:00-10:00 Open Networking
9:10 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note;
Member Good News; Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
noonish: Adjourn

This week's program: "Leverage WIND's Resources Together with Others You
Have"

post-meeting: More time for networking

****************************************
Questions about WIND or your job search?

Contact:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

01/28/2010 08:30 am  Building Relationships: The Key to Interview Success

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - 1/28/2010

QUOTE: "A ship in a safe harbor is safe, but that is not what a ship is built
for." William Shedd

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - General WIND Meeting – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
starting at 8:30 am, following their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS: THE KEY TO SUCCESSFUL
INTERVIEWING - Joanne Dustin, M. S., Certified Career Coach, Certified Coach of
Leaders

Often there are dozens, if not hundreds, of applicants for every job posting
today. Recruiters relentlessly sort through stacks of resumes, selecting only
those that seem to perfectly fit the job’s requirements. If you are one of the
lucky ones whose resume makes it through the sorting process, you will probably
be contacted first for a screening call and, if you pass the screening, you will
be scheduled for an interview. Then … the anxiety sets in and the pressure
mounts. What will it take to be successful in the interview?

What is a successful interview, anyway? The customary definition of a successful
interview is one from which you receive a job offer. So … what should you do to
assure that your next interview will be successful?

An interview is not only the conversation between the interviewer and the
interviewee. It actually has three critical steps:

Planning - Researching and identifying opportunities that fit well with your
skills and experience

Preparation - Understanding the company, its culture and its people, and
practicing for the screening call and the interview

Performance – Learning what to do (and what not to do) to build relationships
with your interviewers that will lead to your next job. Relationships are the
key to interview success, not only in your performance during the interview, but
also in planning and preparation.

Note: Those attending the presentation will receive a copy of Joanne Dustin’s
“Guide to Building Relationships: The Key to Successful Interviewing”.

PRESENTER: Joanne Dustin, M. S., Certified Career Coach, Certified Coach of Leaders

Through her 20+ years’ experience focused on career development and change,
Joanne has gained a deep understanding of what it takes for people and
organizations to be successful, what can get in the way as they strive to
achieve their goals, and what can be done to help them move forward. As a
consultant and coach, she has enabled them to surmount their obstacles and
challenges to achieve success.
She is founder and principal of Career Lost and Found, a coaching practice for
those in transition, Change Collaborators, a change consulting and coaching
practice, and Synergy Consulting Collaborative, an association of independent
consultants.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle, Facilitator
Director, Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
617-325-4521

Upcoming Evening Networking Event - Wednesday, January 27, 2010, 6 - 8 pm,
networking plus a one
hour presentation by Fred Nothnagel, on "Breaking Into The Unpublished Job
Market", at Career Source
Career Center, 186 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, MA (in the Fresh Pond
Shopping Center). Cost: $10.00.
Space is limited. To reserve a seat call: 617-661-7867, ex. 221.

Directions to WIND SOUTH Networking located at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill
River Road, Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.
General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

01/27/2010 11:00 am  Creating Powerful Messages for Employers

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, January 28, 2010

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm - WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.

WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.

COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:45 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:45 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC: Creating Powerful Messages for Employers

With the new year many of you have made resolutions to work harder at your job
search. Most WIND members are sensing that the job market is likely to improve
over the next quarter. The question then is how best to get your message across
to prospective employers. How can you differentiate yourself to an employer so
that he or she understands who you are and what you can do?

Your resume is part of that process as are your cover letters, phone messages,
emails and your "elevator speech." Improve these kinds of communications and you
will improve your chances of getting interviews.

This week at WIND Boston we are fortunate to have as a presenter Irene S1nteff,
an outplacement specialist, recruiter and long time HR professional and
professional career counselor. Irene is very experienced in getting her
candidates noticed, a skill necessary to successful recruiters. She will explain
how you can improve what you communicate and how you communicate. If you are
interested in making an impact on prospective employers you will be interested
in learning from Irene the ways and means of creating a powerful message.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator

01/27/2010 09:00 am  The "FIT" Factor

"Fit" - a small word of enormous importance.

"Fit" is the most important factor that determines who gets the job,
after an employer narrows the field to those who pass the "skills,
knowledge and 'OK human being'" tests.

"Fit" is obviously very important to candidates as well, as they make critical
decisions, such as
- "Should I stay in my former field or change to X, Y or Z?"
- "How strongly should I target Company X?"
- "How much effort should I put into post-interview followup?"
- "Will I accept their offer even if I can negotiate more $$ or perks?"

On January 27 at WIND North, Fred Nothnagel will examine FIT from both sides:

- what companies, management, peers look for and how they check you for fit.
- what's important to you as a prospective employee: what signs to look for,
what questions to ask to check them out.

A few short, fun! exercises will be used to bring into sharp focus this critical
factor.

******************************************************
Meeting Details:

WIND North meets each Wednesday morning from 9:00 until noon
at the Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt. 62, Wilmington, MA
(see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 am - Open Networking (just show up and jump in)
9:20 - New Member Orientation
10:00 - General Meeting (Announcements, upcoming events
and business news; Good News (happy landings; Personal Introductions;
Needs and Leads; Program
12:00-12:30 Adjourn
Post-meeting - plenty of time for more networking
**************************************************
Questions about WIND or your search for a great new job?

Contact:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Private Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

01/22/2010 09:15 am  "Does your Elevator Pitch Work?"

WINDERS PLEASE NOTE:
Due to some urgent family matters, I’ve had to reschedule our WIND East
meeting. We WILL MEET on FRIDAY, JAN. 22, 2010 and Friday, Jan. 29, 2010.
Looking forward to seeing you at both meetings. Below is the agenda for the
upcoming meeting on Jan. 22, 2010.
Cheers,
Gail

WIND EAST MEETING:
Friday, Jan. 22, 2010

PRESENTATION:
“Does Your Elevator Pitch Work?”
with Gail Birger, Career Consultant

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am-Informal networking,
9:45am-10:45am-Good News, New Member Intros, Needs, Leads,
10:45am-11:15am- Networking,
11:15am-12noon-Presentation

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning WIND members

11:15am-12noon, PRESENTATION: "Does Your Elevator Pitch Work?"

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
It’s the New Year, time to look at one of the basics of the job search process,
your elevator pitch. Some career authors call it a “self- marketing sound bite”.
I think that’s a good description. Is your elevator pitch a good marketing tool
for you? Is it effective or do you become unfocused and ramble? In this
interactive presentation we’ll discuss and answer the following questions:

**What are the components of an effective elevator pitch?
**Does it have to be 30 seconds?
**Where and when do you use it?

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career management consultant with more than a decade of
experience helping executives and professionals with resume writing,
interviewing, salary negotiation, and networking. She also works with
professionals who are currently employed and want to consult on issues
regarding work performance and navigation of work place politics. Gail's
background is in high tech business development and marketing research. She is
a sought after presenter and workshop leader who speaks on career topics
including: managing your boss, assertive communication and small talk. She
holds an MBA from Simmons School of Management.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets on the first and third Friday of each month at St. John's
United Methodist Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two
blocks north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking
lot and on the Starbuck's side of Mt. Auburn Street.

Cheers,
Gail Birger
Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerand associates.com

01/21/2010 08:30 am  The Two Q's of Job Hunting and The Job Hunt Express

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - 1/21/2010

QUOTE: "You can make more friends in a month by being interested in them that in
ten years by trying to get them interested in you." - Charles L. Allen, from
Roads to Radiant Living

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - General WIND Meeting – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
starting at 8:30 am, following their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: The Two Q’s of Job Hunting and The Job Hunt Express

There are strong parallels between job hunting and the solution selling
methodology as practiced today by sales professionals around the world. In
fact, a compelling case can be made that a job candidate is, in reality, a very
expensive solution to a hiring manager’s “pain.” This presentation will offer
an overview of what solution selling involves, how it fits into the job hunt,
and how the “Two Q’s” of solution selling are a way for a job candidate to
differentiate himself/herself from the hordes of job seekers that are right now
competing for the best jobs in this tight marketplace.

This will lead into a brief demonstration of the Job Hunt Express software
system and how it is an effective and efficient tool that helps job seekers to
utilize solution selling techniques to get the job that they desire.

PRESENTER:

JR Rodrigues has been a very successful Vice President of Sales & Marketing in
the software, hardware, and networking industry for over 25 years. A co-founder
of several high tech companies, he has been involved in all aspects of business
management and organizational growth dynamics. He has been on the Board of
Directors of three software companies and currently serves or has served on the
Board of Advisors of two start-up technology companies. He is a past editor of
the Simulation Software Catalog and a past contributing editor for the
Industrial Marketing Practitioner newsletter. Some of the companies that he has
been involved with include The MathWorks, Viking Systems, W.A. Wilde, Atllantic
Media, CMX Systems, Network Integrity, and others.

Due to the entrepreneurial nature of his career, which has been based in small,
fast growth companies offering complex technology solutions to the marketplace,
he has been either a hiring manager or a job candidate, himself, on a continual
basis throughout this time period. This deep experience on both sides of the
hiring desk has provided him with unique insight into job hunting and its
parallels with solution selling, which has formed the basis of his and his sales
teams’ success over the years.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle, Facilitator
Director, Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
617-325-4521

Upcoming Evening Networking Event - Wednesday, January 27, 2010, 6 - 8 pm,
networking plus a one
hour presentation by Fred Nothnagel, on "Breaking Into The Unpublished Job
Market", at Career Source
Career Center, 186 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge, MA (in the Fresh Pond
Shopping Center). Cost: $10.00.
Space is limited. To reserve a seat call: 617-661-7867, ex. 221.

Directions to WIND SOUTH Networking located at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill
River Road, Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.
General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

01/19/2010 09:15 am  "HR's Favorite Interview Questions"

WIND WEST MEETING:
Jan. 19, 2010

PRESENTATION:
“HR’s Favorite Interview Questions”
with Gail Birger, Career Consultant and WIND Facilitator.

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am - Informal Networking
9:45am-10:50am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs and Leads,
10:50am-11:15am – Networking with members,
11:15-12noon - PRESENTATION

$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members Coffee and refreshments.
Everyone's welcome!

PRESENTATION AT 11:15am: “HR’s Favorite Interview Questions”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
What happens to you when the HR interviewer throws you a curve ball and asks
you a “structured interview” question like this: “You’re in a team meeting with
the boss. Seemingly out of the blue she begins criticizing your work on a
project she recently gave you. What do you do?” Or, “You have two very
important projects that must be completed. Because of the deadline, it will be
impossible to finish both. How do you manage this?” Preparation and practice
are the keys to answering the kinds of questions where the interviewer’s goal
is to gather positive and negative information about you, and to get to know
you. In this interactive presentation I’ll review some of HR’s more popular
interview questions, explain why they are being asked, and ask you to answer
them. It’ll be fun. Hope to see all of you.
Takeaways:
** How to answer popular behavioral questions
** A method for discussing accomplishments
** The most effective ways to talk about salary requirements
** What questions to ask the interviewer
** How to immediately demonstrate a positive attitude

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career consultant who works with professionals who are in
career transition and need help with resume and cover letter writing
interviewing skills, networking, and salary negotiation. Her extensive high
tech corporate business experience enables her to work pragmatically with
unemployed professionals as well as with employed professionals who need help
with job performance, managing the boss, and navigating work place politics.
Gail is a facilitator for the WIND networking organization, teaches career
related courses at Brookline, Newton, and Arlington adult education centers,
and delivers presentations on career management to corporations and
universities. She holds an MBA from Simmons School of Management. Check out
her web site: www.birgerandassociates.com

LOCATION:
WIND West meetings take place at St. Luke's Catholic Church Parish Center, One
Ruggles Street, Westboro, MA. Ruggles Street is off of West Main Street. West
Main is Route 30.

Cheers,
Gail Birger,
Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www. birgerandassociates.com

01/14/2010 08:30 am  Advance Your Job Search Using Personal Branding

WIND South Meeting Announcement Thursday, January 14, 2010, 8:30 am - 12 noon
"Advance Your Job Search Using Personal Branding" with Randi Bussin, MBA

QUOTE: "What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us, what we have done
for others and the world remains and is immortal.” Albert Pike

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT -
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

1115 - 12 noon: TODAY'S TOPIC:"Advance Your Job Search Using Personal Branding"
with Randi Bussin, MBA

The world of work has changed FOREVER. In this difficult economy, layoffs are
rampant and competition for jobs is intense. How are you dealing with the
realities of this new world of work? Have you thought about these questions?

* What is unique and compelling about YOU?

* What is the VALUE you can offer your employer or customers?

* Are you in control of your career?

* Are you getting paid what you are worth?

If you are currently out of work or running your own business, the key to
success and to achieving your goals is to differentiate yourself, through a
strong personal brand. This special one-hour presentation will cover three main
topics:

* What is Branding-to get everyone on the same page about what branding is
and what it is not, and to distill some myths about branding.
* An introduction to Personal Branding-what it is, why it came about and why
everyone needs to think about themselves as a Personal Brand.
* The Three-step Reach Personal Branding program:
o Extract your brand, through numerous exercises which help you gain
clarity on what is important to you and how others perceive you
o Express your brand on and off-line, with a focus on maximizing your
exposure to your target audience.
o Exude or align your brand with everything you do.

This presentation is targeted at multiple audiences:

* Job seekers looking to differentiate themselves in today's competitive
hiring landscape.
* Career changers seeking clarity on what makes them unique, compelling and
relevant.
* "Solopreneurs", consultants and small business owners seeking to increase
their revenues and customer base through targeted marketing and personal branding.

PRESENTER: Randi Bussin is a career reinvention visionary, who thrives on
collaborating with individuals seeking purpose with passion, helping them
achieve clarity, a renewed sense of direction, and an actionable career
reinvention and personal branding plan.

Randi’s story is one of enterprising reinvention and renewal. With a graduate
degree in Romance Languages, Randi ventured into high technology marketing. She
then set off to Paris, earning an MBA from one of the world’s top business
schools, INSEAD in France.
After 15 years in the technology industry, Randi launched her first company—an
international strategy consulting firm, Trilogie Consultants. Ten years into
this pursuit, Randi embarked on a journey of self-discovery, learning that she
was gifted in inspiring others to change their lives. After spending four years
as an MBA career counselor in higher education, she launched her coaching practice.

Randi now is a highly trained career coach with an expertise in career
assessments and personal branding. She trained with Coach University (CEP
Graduate) and the Career Coach Academy (Certified Career Management Coach) and
enrolled in an extensive Personal Branding program, earning the 360Reach
Certification, Reach Certified Personal Branding Strategist and Online ID
Strategist designations. Randi also is a frequent speaker and adjunct faculty at
various local Boston business colleges.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to WIND SOUTH at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.

>From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

01/13/2010 11:00 am  Tune Up Your Job Search With a Job Search Performance Review - Jan. 13, 11 am

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, January 13, 2010

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm - WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.

WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.

COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:50 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:50 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC: Tune Up Your Job Search With A Job Search Performance Review

The new year is upon us and we all want to do our best in the coming year. To
perform at your best we can all benefit from a tune-up. Cars need them,
computers need them and job seekers especially need tune-ups.

The reason for this is that job hunting is very much a solitary activity. Most
of us don't ask for, or get feedback from others, about how we are doing at our
job hunt. Also, job hunters are impacted by what they don't know as well as by
falling short of doing what they do know. Getting feedback about about our job
search can ensure that we perform at our best.

For today's session each member will receive a specially devised Job Search
Performance Review. This copyrighted assessment form, valued at $10.00, will be
provided free to WIND members. When completed you will know what you do well in
the job search and what areas you need to improve. You will also learn about
several job search tasks and pieces of knowledge that you weren't aware of. This
information will allow you to fill in those blank spaces of your knowledge to
better prepare yourself for an improved job search for 2010.

Because of the cost of this form I can only offer this assessment once a year to
my WIND sites and now is the perfect time to profit from this opportunity.

See you at WIND!
PS: In case of a SNOW Storm check your email to confirm that we are meeting.

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

01/07/2010 08:30 am  Creating Powerful Messages for Employers

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Special Program Today - See Below!
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
following their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: Creating Powerful Messages for Employers

Presentation description will be added soon.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle, Facilitator

Directions to WIND SOUTH Networking located at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue
Hill River Road, Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

01/06/2010 01:30 pm  WIND Workshop - "Beating the Age Rap"

Unfortunately, ageism is real.

The good news is that you can fight it, often neutralize it completely,
by understanding
- why it exists (i.e. what are the stereotypes of older workers),
- how to read the signals and anticipate the stereotypes
- how to use Pre-Emptive Positioning (PEP)to show that they don't apply to you.

The most important question is:

"What can I do to overcome ageism so they'll hire me?"
(for a job in my field, not retail sales!)

This highly interactive workshop, which has consistently received glowing
reviews, will give you the knowledge and skills you need to "beat
the rap" and land the job.

You'll learn:

- the hidden concerns and fears behind the stereotypes
- how to determine which ones they may have of you
even before you talk with them
- the tactics, techniques and behaviors you can use to
undermine and destroy the impression that you are "one of those old people."

You'll PRACTICE in simulated situations actual techniques and communications
you'll use in your search.

The Presenter:

Fred Nothnagel has served as Executive Director of WIND for 14 years and has
even longer experience as a professional Career Consultant and Coach. He has
presented to the Boston Chapter of the Career Resources Management Association,
a group of college Career Resources professionals, on how they can help
alumni(ae) deal with ageism. The vast majority of his clientele are
middle-aged, mid-career professionals at mid-to-senior levels.

The Workshop:

Date/Time: 1:30-4:30 Wednesday, January 6

Location: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt. 62,
Wilmington, MA - home of WIND North (see
www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Cost: $40 if registered by 5:00pm Tuesday, Jan. 5;
$45 if later(walk-ins OK)

Preparation: Simply come with your issues and questions

To register: e-mail fnothnagel@windnetworking.net
***************************************************

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

01/06/2010 09:00 am  Check-Ins and Resolutions - Are You Ready for the '10 "Hunting Season" ?

We are now on the cusp of the annual peak "treasure hunting" season. Are you
prepared to locate and claim your job-search treasure? Not sure?

This Wednesday's WIND North meeting will focus on two critical topics to help
you get ready:

1. Taking stock of your search efforts in a highly objective way to determine
where you might need to shift emphasis

2. Setting concrete plans (the kind of resolutions that you'll stick to!)
to find and snag the treasure of a great new job.

You'll receive a checklist to guide you through the stock-taking and analysis
part, then meet with a small group to share ideas and support for your plan.

There are signs and signals that the employment market is easing. The stock
market is up and companies mostly feel the recession may be over. Smart hiring
managers will want to fill budgeted openings quickly. Come to WIND North
Wednesday to get the jump on the competition and grab the treasure!

************************
WIND North meeting details:

Time: 9:00-noon (come later if you can't make it by 9) every Wednesday

Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62,
Wilmington, MA (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00-10:00 Open Networking
9:25 New Members' Orientation
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note; Member Good News;
Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
noon-12:30 Adjourn

post-meeting: More time for networking

************************************
Questions about WIND or your job search?
Contact:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

01/05/2010 09:15 am  "Does Your Elevator Pitch Work?"

WIND WEST MEETING:
Jan 5, 2010

PRESENTATION:
“Does Your Elevator Pitch Work?”
with Gail Birger, Career Consultant

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am - Informal Networking
9:45am-10:50am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs and Leads
10:50am-11:15am – Networking with members
11:15-12noon - PRESENTATION

$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!

PRESENTATION AT 11:15am: “Does Your Elevator Pitch Work?”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
It’s the New Year, time to look at one of the basics of the job search process,
your elevator pitch. Some career authors call it a “self- marketing sound bite”.
I think that’s a good description. Is your elevator pitch a good marketing tool
for you? Is it effective or do you become unfocused and ramble? In this
interactive presentation we’ll discuss and answer the following questions:

**What are the components of an effective elevator pitch?
**Does it have to be 30 seconds?
**Where and when do you use it?

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger, principal consultant for Birger & Associates, is a career
consultant who works with professionals who are in career transition and need
help with resume and cover letter writing, interviewing skills, networking, and
salary negotiation. Her extensive high tech experience enables her to work
pragmatically with unemployed professionals as well as with employed
professionals who need guidance on job performance, managing the boss, and
navigating work place politics. Gail is a facilitator for the WIND networking
organization, teaches career related courses at Brookline, Newton, and
Arlington adult education centers, and delivers presentations on career
management to corporations and universities. She holds an MBA from Simmons
School of Management. Check out her web site: www.birgerandassociates.com.

LOCATION:
WIND West meets at St. Luke’s Catholic Church Parish Center, One
Ruggles Street, Westboro, MA. Ruggles Street is off of West Main
Street. West Main is Route 30.

Don’t miss this presentation. I’m looking forward to seeing everyone!
Cheers,
Gail Birger,
Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

12/18/2009 09:15 am  "Stump The Career Coach"

WIND EAST MEETING:
Friday, Dec. 18, 2009

PRESENTATION:
“Stump The Career Coach”
with Gail Birger, WIND Facilitator and Career Consultant.

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am-Informal networking,
9:45am-10:45am-Good News, New Member Intros, Needs, Leads,
10:45am-11:15am- Networking,
11:15am-12noon-Presentation

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning WIND members

11:15am-12noon, PRESENTATION: "Stump The Career Coach"

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
Bring it on! For the first half hour of the presentation, you may go ahead and
ask me any career related questions you’ve been reluctant to put out there.
I’ll share my insights and then ask you to talk about what has and has not
worked for you, what will you continue to do, and what will you never do again
when you think about topics like: resumes, cover letters, salary negotiation,
headhunters, networking, telling your stories, feeling stuck, confidence, and
focus. For the final half hour, let’s celebrate the upcoming holidays by
schmoozing, eating, and enjoying connecting with each other. If you like,
please bring some holiday refreshments to share such as cider, eggnog, cookies
etc. I’m looking forward to seeing everyone!

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career management consultant with more than a decade of
experience helping executives and professionals with resume writing,
interviewing, salary negotiation, and networking. She also works with
professionals who are currently employed and want to consult on issues
regarding work performance and navigation of work place politics. Gail's
background is in high tech business development and marketing research. She is
a sought after presenter and workshop leader who speaks on career topics
including: managing your boss, assertive communication and small talk. She
holds an MBA from Simmons School of Management.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets on the first and third Friday of each month at St. John’s
United Methodist Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two
blocks north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking
lot and on the Starbuck’s side of Mt. Auburn Street.

Cheers,
Gail Birger
Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net

12/17/2009 08:30 am  Connecting and Sharing Holiday Networking

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - 12/17/09

QUOTE: "All you have to do is know where you're going. The answers will come to
you of their own accord." — Earl Nightingale

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Special Program Today - See Below!
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
following their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: Connecting and Sharing Holiday Networking

Most cultures have special "holiday" times when the normal routines of life are
suspended. In America, the "holiday period" has become a time when work slows
down, days are declared holidays, and we put an emphasis on connecting with
family, friends and those otherwise forgotten. For many this period has a
religious significance, a time to renew spiritually. For others its that special
time of year when we celebrate the sparkle of life during a period of ever
shorter days and colder nights. We realize that it will take more than wool
socks and sweaters to get us through the tough times ahead. We reconnect because
of the pleasure of connecting and because we seek the support and love of our
family, friends and community.
WIND South members always take our last meeting of the year (Dec. 17, 2009) to
celebrate the support we have provided each other throughout the year. We make
an effort during this last meeting to be festive but without an emphasis on expense.

This year we will continue our tradition of sharing by asking each person to
bring in some small tasty delight. It could be cookies, pastry, cider, eggnog,
sodas, fruit, nuts, cheeses, crackers, deviled eggs; doughnuts, etc.; whatever
delights the pallet. Don't bring a lot because together we will have an
abundance. Our two groups will also do our usual structured networking until
10:30 am.

This Thursday, however, we will skip our usual general meeting from 10:30 -
11:15am, and instead, schmooze and feast, using this time to connect with old
friends and make new ones.

At 11:15 am I would like to ask each person to share with others some positive
experience you have had while job hunting, or to talk about one job search
resource, organization, or person that would be helpful to others in their job
search.

This strikes me as a great way to send us off into the holidays and the new
year. I expect many of you will soon fine new employment but I also urge you to
stay connected. We will all need each other's help to make it in today's rapidly
changing and atomizing world.

Happy holidays to all.
Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
WIND: "Together, Moving Forward"

IMPORTANT NOTE:
There will be NO WIND South meetings on Thursday, December 24 and Thursday,
December 31, 2009.

Directions to WIND SOUTH Networking located at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue
Hill River Road, Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

12/15/2009 09:15 am  "Stump The Career Coach"

Hi Everyone,
I’m still under the weather with a bad cold, so Fred Nothnagel, Executive
Director of WIND has graciously agreed to facilitate the meeting in my absence.
I’m sure you’ll want to attend this meeting because the topic is: “Stump The
Career Coach”. Go ahead, ask Fred any career related question, and see how he
does.

Below is the meeting agenda. Sorry I can’t be with you, but you will all be in
my thoughts, and I’m looking forward to seeing everyone in the New Year. I’ll
be facilitating WIND WEST on two Tuesdays, January 5, 2009 (Larry will be on
vacation) and January 19, 2009. Happy holidays! Stay Healthy!
Cheers,
Gail Birger
Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net


WIND WEST MEETING:
Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2009

PRESENTATION:
“Stump The Career Coach”
with Fred Nothnagel, Executive Director of WIND

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:30am-Informal networking
9:30am-10:45am-Good News, New Member Intros, Needs, Leads
10:45am-11:15am- Networking
11:15am-12noon-Presentation

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning WIND members

11:15am-12noon, PRESENTATION: "Stump The Career Coach"

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
You may ask Fred any career related questions you have been reluctant to ask.
He’ll share his insights and then he’ll ask you to talk about what has and has
not worked for you, what will you continue to do, and what will you never do
again when you think about topics like resumes, cover letters, salary
negotiation, headhunters, networking, telling your stories, feeling stuck,
confidence, and focus. Go ahead and try to stump Fred. He enjoys a challenge!

LOCATION:
WIND WEST meets at St. Luke’s Catholic Church Parish Center, One Ruggles
Street, Westboro, MA. Ruggles is off of West Main Street. West Main Street is
Route 30.

12/10/2009 08:30 am  Smart Reader For Job Seekers

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - 12/10/09

QUOTE: "The difference between try and triumph is a little umph." — Unknown Author

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
following their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: Smart Reader for Job Seekers

Abby Grant of the Boston Business Journal will speak on how to use the Boston
Business Journal as a tool in a job search. Her perspective is unique as she
has a background in recruiting and just completed her own job search. All
attendees will receive a 4 Week Free Trial Subscription to the BBJ. The Boston
Business Journal is the leading business publication covering metro-Boston
businesses. Learn how to "read" the paper with the eyes of an informed job
seeker. You will discover how to turn up job leads, company executives, lists
of leading industries, profiles of growing companies and top executives. Each
attendee will also leave with a copy of the Journal to help them uncover its
possibilities for their job search.

PRESENTER: Abby Grant has close to 20 years working in the communications field
including publishing, advertising and public relations. Abby currently works in
the Circulation Group at the Boston Business Journal – Boston’s premier business
publication. Prior to that, she was with Hollister, a Boston-based recruiting
and staffing firm, conducting Business Development for the creative and
marketing group. She has held business development and account management roles
for several Boston-based public relations and advertising agencies. Abby holds
a B.A. from the University of New Hampshire and a M.A. from Emerson College.

UPCOMING PRESENTATION

Wed. December 9, 6 pm: "What the Sexes Can Learn from Each Other About the Job
Search" with Irene Sinteff at Career Source Career Center, 186 Alewife Brook
Parkway, (in the Fresh Pond Shopping Center, 3rd Floor), Cambridge, MA. Free Parking
To Reserve a place call 617- 661- 7867, extension 221. Cost $10.00.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
There will be NO WIND South meetings on Thursday, December 24 and Thursday,
December 31, 2009.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle, Facilitator

Directions to WIND SOUTH Networking located at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue
Hill River Road, Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

12/09/2009 11:00 am  Tis the Season to Be Merry - But What If You Are Unemployed?

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, December 9, 2009

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm - WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.

WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.

COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:50 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:50 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC: “Tis the Season to Be Merry”… but What if You’re Unemployed?
Find Hidden Advantages from Your Negative Issues

In “Tis the Season…” we will discuss what all of you know: that being unemployed
is difficult at any time and even more so during the holiday period. In this
workshop, we will discuss the challenging issues you experience and your
feelings about them in a way that brings you to a new and empowered perspective
to help you through this period.

Any and all issues will be ripe for discussion: networking, contacts,
interviews, etc. In this interactive workshop, you will be encouraged to raise
your issues and hear from others how they have dealt with similar issues. Watch
your negative issues turn positive through perspective, collegiality and expression.

PRESENTER: Carl Schneider began his work as a career counselor in 1978. He
helps job hunters and career changers find employment, change careers and become
more comfortable with their new jobs. Earlier in his career, Carl was start up
director of a commercial career counseling firm. He now runs his own private
career counseling service, Changes Career Services.

Carl was honored that Tom & Ellen Jackson recognized one of his resumes as
exemplary and selected it for inclusion in their groundbreaking 1998 book
Perfect Resume Strategies. Carl also provides psychotherapy through private
practice, Collaborative Psychotherapy. Carl pioneered group counseling for job
hunters and authored a paper about the benefits of the approach that was
published by the group division of the American Counseling Association.

Important Notice: There will be no WIND Boston meeting on December 23, 2009.
Have a wonderful holiday season! Our next meeting will be January 13, 2010.


See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521

12/09/2009 09:00 am  Successful Holiday Job-Hunting

The festive time between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day has been traditionally
regarded as the doldrums for job-seekers. The prevailing wisdom is that it's
futile to expect much activity, so why not simply relax and enjoy the round of
parties, family fun and forget about your search until next year?

While there really is a slowdown in interview activity generally, other seasonal
factors provide opportunities for job search productivity:

- Hiring managers with unfilled jobs often rush to hire someone, lest they lose
the slot entirely.
- In anticipation of budgeted positions that might be approved in January,
proactive managers try to "line up some ducks" in December
- Many professional and trade groups host holiday networking events
- Managers and other professionals who travel a lot try to cut down to be home
with their families during December
- As people get into the generous holiday spirit, they're often more receptive
to networking overtures.

How can you take advantage of these factors to advance your search? Come to
WIND North on December 9 to find out!

-------------------------
Meeting details:

Time: 9:00 - ~12:30 every Wednesday (come later if you
can't make it by 9)

Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62,
Wilmington, MA (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 Open Networking
9:20 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements-Events-
Biz/People News of Note; Member Good News; Personal
Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
12:00-12:30 Adjourn
post-meeting: Plenty of time for more networking
----------------------------------------------------

Questions about this meeting or about WIND in general?
Contact:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

12/04/2009 09:15 am  No WIND East Meeting this Friday, December 4, 2009

Hi Everyone,
There’s no WIND East meeting this Friday, Dec. 4th. I’ve come down with a bad
cold and cough. According to my doctor it’s a virus, not the flu, and I need to
stay home. Also, I certainly do not want any of you to get it. Our next WIND
East meeting will be on Friday, December 18th. Hope to see everyone. Stay
healthy!
Cheers,
Gail Birger,
WIND Facilitator and Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
www.birgerandassociates.com

12/04/2009 09:00 am  How To Succeed In Your Job Search: A Workshop To Massively Build Your Capability As A Job Seeker

How to Succeed In Your Job Search: A Workshop To Massively Build Your Capability
As a Job Seeker

Location: Dedham Holiday Inn Hotel and Conference Center

Presenter: Carl Harvey

When: Friday, December 4, 2009, 9 am – 1 pm

Where: Holiday Inn Hotel, Dedham, MA


Searching for the job we want is a difficult challenge even in the best of
times. But in a
down economy, with fewer opportunities and more competition, job searching
becomes a truly daunting challenge.

To succeed in this new, stark environment, we need more than good interviewing
skills,attention-grabbing resumes and networking skills. We need to develop the
one quality upon which all risk-taking, skill execution and behavior change
depend: an expanded capacity to deal with risk, challenge and uncertainty. It is
this quality that determines who we call, what questions we ask, what risks we
take, how effectively we do the uncomfortable tasks, and how long we will keep
acting and risking in the face of no’s, negatives and disappointment.

In this powerful workshop, Carl Harvey, sales development expert and author of
the book, “What’s Stopping You?” will show you how to grow this competency to
overcome the fear of failure and the fear of rejection, allowing you to job
search effectively. He will outline the practices required to develop the
strength and skills to handle tough phone calls, make challenging networking
connections, master difficult interviews, and help you distinguish yourself from
the competition. He will also show you how to develop the stamina to keep
risking and acting in the face of no’s and negatives.

What stops most of us, especially in tough times, is not that we don’t know what
to do, but we have difficulty in doing what we do know. This workshop closes
that gap, so you can compete and win your next job.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

• The one core competency upon which all risk taking and success depends.
• The three practices you must exercise to grow this competency and to achieve
success.
• The Molehill Formula: How to find the confidence to act when you lack the
confidence.
• Mind Management: the practice of identifying, challenging and changing
negative self-talk and self-limiting behaviors.
• A simple exercise that increases your self-awareness and self-confidence, so
you know what to do and have the confidence to do it.
• The Quiet Mind: How to achieve a state of staying in the moment, so you are
free of fear, self-doubt and self-limiting beliefs allowing you to act as your
best self and in your best interest.
• The Practice of Small Steps is the most powerful of change agents that will
help you overcome any fear and grow any competency.
• The Behavioral Change Journal: a tool to help you measure, monitor and grow
risk-taking behavior.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Carl Harvey, is an accomplished and dynamic seminar leader and an award-winning
sales professional with more than 20 years experience helping people succeed at
work or in the job search. His company, Success & Self-Esteem, is a sales
development company that helps sales professionals develop the psychological
competencies required for lasting selling success. For the past several years,
he has spoken to hundreds of people in career transition helping them develop
the same level of confidence, strength , stamina and know-how to compete and win
their next job.

His book, What’s Stopping You? Building The Confidence You Need To Succeed, is
the first book to integrate the science of psychology and the art of selling to
help those who sell or who job search, overcome the greatest obstacle to their
success: their self-doubt and fear of failure.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS TO PARTICIPANTS

Each workshop participant will receive the following benefits designed to
maximize their job search success:
• A copy of Super Networking by Michael Salmon on how to sharpen your networking
skills and land more interviews
• A copy of the new DVD, Power Networking: The Path To Job Search Success
PLUS ADDED BONUS: Carl's workshop will massively build your capabilities as a job seeker. You'll leave with powerful new ideas, knowledge about how best to job search, practice time building key skills and added confidence to do the challenging tasks of an effective job search. BUT some participants will benefit from a free follow-up session where they join with other participants to follow through on Carl's strategy. Larry Elle will facilitate this meeting sharing the materials and methods needed to help you implement Carl’s winning strategy.
DIRECTIONS
The Holiday Inn Hotel and Conference Center, 55 Ariadne Rd., Dedham, MA, is at
the intersection of US 1A and Route 128/95, near American Joe’s Restaurant. Free
Parking. Driving Directions: I-95 (Route 128) to exit 15A, make a U-TURN at the
signal and take the first right turn at the intersection.

“Carl Harvey is amazing. It was my good fortune to attend one of his
presentations. His talk had an immediate effect. It increased my effectiveness
on the first call I made the following morning! Carl delivered.” — Marcus W.
Muirhead

REGISTRATION

Space is limited. To reserve a place mail a check for $129.00 to Success Associates
Career Services, 232 Manthorne Road, West Roxbury, MA 02132. Early Bird
registration only $99.00 through November 27, 2009. Confirmation will be sent
upon receipt of payment. For further information call Larry Elle at 617-325-4521
or email: lelle@ix.netcom.com.

Refund requests must be made by email seven days before the event for full
return. Please include your name, phone number, and email address. Refreshments
provided. Registration begins at 8:30 am.


NAME PHONE NUMBER EMAIL ADDRESS

________________________________________________________________________
“Carl’s workshops are “a blue-print to actually change your behavior.” Celia A.
Couture, President CC Consulting

12/03/2009 08:30 am  Sales Skills for Job Seekers

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - 12/3/09

QUOTE: Real success is finding your lifework in the work that you love.
David McCullough

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
following their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: Sales Skills for Job Seekers

In this presentation, Paul Hutchinson, a management consultant in business
development, will touch on some of the basic concepts of selling
and relate them to the task of the job search. In essence the sales process is
very similar to the job search process, and it is subject to the same
pitfalls, i.e., our ego gets in the way when we encounter rejection or employer
disinterest.

Professionals in sales spend their time talking to people and building
relationships. This is the same task job seekers are confronted with but
we call it networking. Sales professionals know that not everyone is a prospect
and that there will be many nos along the way to a yes. This is
something that job seekers soon learn but it is but a small part of what job
seekers can learn from "road warriors." Paul will concentrate especially
on how to stay focused and how to measure your progress in the job search over
time. He will also explore the key question of how you can
improve your job search results and reduce the hurts that accompany the job search.

You will leave with the following key take-aways:

An understanding of what a sales process is and how it
relates to a job search
An understanding of many of the tools that are used by
salespeople each day to control and measure progress
A way to develop your own process and understanding for
tracking and measuring progress

PRESENTER: Paul Hutchinson is a management consultant specializing in areas of
business development , sales process and sales technology improvement.
For the past five years Paul has been teaching classes and giving workshops on
Sales, and Sales related subjects to small business owners and
people that are thinking of starting a business. His primary area of focus
includes assisting business owners and senior business teams to clarify
their business development and sales thinking, and align their sales processes
against their objectives.

Prior to starting his management consulting practice five years ago, Paul worked
as a manager and senior analyst in several Fortune 500
companies, and was co-owner of a private consulting firm. He has over 25 years
of corporate and private experience with business process
improvement and technology. Paul is currently serving on the Board of Directors
of the Middlesex West Chamber of Commerce in Massachusetts.
His services include: Speaking and training on sales, and sales technology;
coaching on developing effective sales skills and tools;
facilitation of meetings focusing on business development and sales training;
assessing current sales environments; and consulting on
sales technology selection and deployment.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle, Facilitator

UPCOMING WORKSHOP

Friday, December 4, 2009, 9 am - 1 pm, "How to Succeed In Your Job Search: A
Workshop to Massively Build
Your Capability As A Job Seeker", with Carl Harvey. Registration: $99.00 if you
register before Nov. 27, 2009, $129.00 after November 27, 2009.

This workshop is being held at the Dedham Holiday Inn, at the intersection of
Route 1 and 128. To reserve a seat send a check to
Larry Elle,
232 Manthorne Road,
West Roxbury, MA 02132.

NOTE: Last minute registrants call 617-325-4521 to reserve a place, then pay at
the door.

Directions to the WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill
River Road,
Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

12/02/2009 01:30 pm  "Pro Networking With Practice"

As the recession continues, it has become obvious that skilled and diligent
networking is essential for job-seeking professionals.

The first three weeks of December, when many professionals curtail business
travel in order to focus on budgets, end-of-year results and planning for the
new year, are great times to focus on networking. In addition, many
professional organizations host holiday parties and programs, where the mood is
happy and generous, in keeping with the season.

However, most people have not been trained in the fine points, may be rusty as
well, and thus not able to get the most from holiday networking.

This Wednesday, the 2nd, WIND is again offering Pro Networking With Practice,
which has been refined several times over the years to meet the needs of such
people. It will boost your networking power many-fold.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP:

CONTENT

- standard tactics and strategies for successful networking
(both one-on-one informational meetings and at "schmoozing" at events.

- Using LinkedIn as a great tool to augment and accelerate (NEVER to
replace!) your person-to-person and events-based networking.

- A shorter section on using Twitter (sparingly!)

Woven into these presentations and discussions will be brief practice
sessions, in which we'll do role-playing and analyze "what-if?"
scenarios to cover tough situations the group brings up, such as

-- Seeing someone's profile on LinkedIn but having no first or 2nd-level
connections to the person
-- Leveraging your LinkedIn contacts
-- Timing your "tweets" for maximum exposure; coordinating them with Linked-In
and traditional networking
-- Telephoning or e-mailing someone you don’t know to set up an informational
meeting
-- Dealing with a tough, protective gatekeeper
-- Asking for information or contacts without putting the other person on the spot
-- Asking for referrals and dealing with someone who can't think of anyone or
who puts you off
-- Meeting someone at an event, then being interrupted
-- Approaching someone you saw at a previous event but didn't get a chance even
to exchange business cards.

You'll also come away with many networking tips and tactics,including
-- How to follow up and enrich your network
--Organizing the ever-increasing amount of information/contacts you'll get as
you network
-- How to use networking to bypass HR completely!
-- How to "work" a professional event most productively

If your networking is not producing results, this workshop is for you.
This is the PERFECT time to increase your networking power.

*******************************************
DETAILS:

When: 1:30-4:30pm Wednesday, Dec. 2

Where: Room 1-5, Wilmington United Methodist Church,

Rt.62 (midway between Rt.38 and Wilmington H.S.)

Cost: $40 if pre-registered by 5:00pm Tuesday Dec. 1; $45 otherwise

To Pre-register: e-mail fnothnagel@windnetworking.net
************************************************************

Questions about the workshop? Contact:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

11/26/2009 01:00 am  Thanksgiving Day -

Have a great time sharing with friends and family. No WIND South meeting today!

11/25/2009 11:00 am  Mastering The Networking Phone Call

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, November 25, 2009

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm - WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.

WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.

COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:50 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:50 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC: "Mastering the Networking Phone Call"

There is one crucial tool of the job search that everyone loves to hate: The
Networking Phone Call. Job searchers constantly pose this question: "Why is it
so hard to pick up the phone?", " Who should I be talking to?", "What will I say
when I talk to them?", "What do I do if they don't respond to my call?", "Isn't
this asking for help from strangers and why would they want to help me?" And,
"What if they want to interview me on the spot?"

If you are asking some of these questions and having difficulty making
networking calls, this presentation will give you some sound ideas to help you
overcome this roadblock to success. In my talk I will explore the reasons people
talk to you; reasons for you to call them; scripts for your call; plus related
information and advice you can use to overcome barriers and optimize your
success. If knowledge is power, you will leave the WIND meeting feeling
empowered and ready to pick up the phone!

PRESENTER: Larry Elle, MSW, Nationally Certified Career and Job Transition
Counselor, author and WIND Facilitator for over 10 years. Larry has helped
hundreds of job seekers struggle with using the phone in networking and you will
find his advise very helpful and the practice time together very empowering.

UPCOMING WORKSHOP
Friday, December 4, 9 am - 1 pm, "How to Succeed In Your Job Search: A Workshop
to Massively Build Your Capability As A Job Seeker", with Carl Harvey. Early
Bird registration: $99.00, after Nov. 27, 2009, $129.00. Workshop is being held
at the Dedham Holiday Inn, at the intersection of Route 1 and 128. To Register,
send a check to Larry Elle, 232 Manthorne Road, West Roxbury, MA 02132.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

11/25/2009 09:00 am  Saying 'Thanks' Before You Ask

Thanksgiving comes far more humbly than most holidays,
yet brings families and guests together with only the agenda of a great meal and a spirit of gratitude
(oh, yes...there are the football games!)

Our program for this coming Wednesday at WIND North will focus on expressing
gratitude IN ADVANCE to individuals whom we hope will help us find the treasure
box containing our next great job.

As you'll see at the meeting, this is not about words alone. There are
several more meaningful things you can do and give to those who might help you.

We'll explore all of these and how they can set you up for instant rapport and
terrific "mind connections" that yield new contacts and clues to the treasure box.

-----------------------------------
WIND North Meeting details:

Time: 9:00 - ~12:30 every Wednesday (come later if you
can't make it by 9)

Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62,
Wilmington, MA (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 Open Networking
9:20 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements-Events-
Biz/People News of Note; Member Good News; Personal
Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
~12:30 Adjourn
post-meeting: Plenty of time for more networking
----------------------------------------------------

Questions about this meeting or about WIND in general?
Contact:
Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

11/20/2009 09:15 am  Insights From The Book, "Never Eat Alone"

WIND EAST MEETING:
Friday, Nov. 20, 2009

PRESENTATION:
Insights From The Book, “Never Eat Alone”
with Gail Birger Career Consultant

QUOTE:
"The deepest principle in human nature is the craving to be appreciated.”
William James

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am - Sign-In, Informal Networking
9:45am-10:45am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs, Leads
10:45am-11:15am - Networking with members
11:15am-12noon - PRESENTATION

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members Coffee and refreshments.
Everyone's welcome!

PRESENTATION:
11:15am-12noon, Insights From The Book, “Never Eat Alone”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
In his national bestseller, “Never Eat Alone”, author, Keith Ferrazzi says, “in
hard times experience will not save you, nor will hard work or talent, if you
need a job, money, advice, help, hope, or a means to make a sale, there’s one
surefire, fail-safe place to find them - - within your extended circle of
friends and associates.” You’ve heard the statistics, almost 80% of all jobs
are found through networking. Ferrazzi, a country kid from Pennsylvania who
made good, sees connecting and networking with people as a way of life, not
just a one-shot endeavor. As he puts it, connecting is “a constant process of
giving and receiving, of asking for and offering help. By putting people in
contact with one another, by giving your time and expertise and sharing them
freely, the pie gets bigger for everyone.” In this presentation, I’ll review
some of Ferrazzi’s strategies for warming up cold calls, managing gatekeepers,
making small talk, handling rejections, and staying in touch with contacts.
I’ll also talk about some of his more counterintuitive suggestions, such as the
value of showing vulnerability. We’ll analyze Ferrazzi’s suggestions, discuss
some of your networking experiences, and then decide on the steps you can take
immediately to become a connector, make your networking efforts more
productive, and gain a competitive edge. As Ferrazzi points out, “many of the
most powerful people are not the very smartest, but the very connected.”

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career management consultant who helps professionals with
resume writing, interviewing, salary negotiation, and networking. She also
works with professionals who are currently employed and want to consult on
issues regarding work performance and navigation of work place politics. Gail's
experience is in high tech business development and marketing research. She is
a sought after presenter and workshop leader who speaks on career topics
including: assertive communication, managing your boss, and networking for
success. Gail currently teaches at Brookline, Newton, and Arlington adult
education centers. She holds an MBA from Simmons School of Management. Check
her web site: www.birgerandassociates.com

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets the first and third Friday of each month at St. John’s United
Methodist Church, 80 Mount Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two blocks
north from Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church lot as well as
on the Starbuck’s side of Mt. Auburn Street.

Cheers,
Gail Birger,
Career Consultant,
Birger & Associates,
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

11/19/2009 08:30 am  Laugh, Seriously

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - 11/19/09

QUOTE: "Laughter gives us distance. It allows us to step back from an event,
deal with it and then move on."

Bob Newhart
US comedian & television actor (1929 - )


WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
following their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: Laugh, Seriously
"Laugh, Seriously" is a presentation designed to help people let go of their
stress and hit the re-set buttons on their lives. Presented by writer/comedian
Dave Rattigan, the program features monologue bits and audience participation
exercises designed for individuals in transition who need an opportunity to take
a breath, step back from their lives, and see things in a new way. You'll laugh
your way into a fresh perspective on the whole job search process, and that's no
laughing matter.

PRESENTER: Dave Rattigan is a Boston-based standup comedian who plays top clubs
and theaters around New England, and the owner of a small business (Scamps
Comedy Productions) that produces comedy shows and fundraisers for non-profit
organizations. His CD has received extensive play on XM Satellite Radio and
other stations, and he has performed with a diverse group of acts that includes
The Beach Boys and comedians Jeff Dunham, Bob Marley, Stephen Wright, Nick
DiPaolo, Juston McKinney, Jimmy Tingle, and Jimmy "J.J." Walker. In 2009, he
acted in a well-received television commercial for Olympia Sports that also
featured Red Sox field reporter Heidi Watney and fellow comedian Jimmy Dunn. In
addition to standup, he's written humorous columns for magazines, for The Boston
Globe, and Christian Science Monitor.


UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

This Friday, November 20, 9 am - 1 pm, "How to Succeed In Your Job Search: A
Workshop to Massively Build Your Capability As A Job Seeker", with Carl Harvey.
Registration: $129.00. Workshop is being held at the Dedham Holiday Inn, at the
intersection of Route 1 and 128. To Register, reserve a seat by sending a check
to Larry Elle, 232 Manthorne Road, West Roxbury, MA 02132.
NOTE: Last minute registrants call 617-325-4521 to reserve a place, then pay at
the door.

Directions to the WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill
River Road, Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

11/18/2009 01:30 pm  "Telling Your Story" - a WIND Workshop

Are you having difficulty finding the right words to
express your value to employers?

Is your resume failing to get you anywhere?

Are interviewers saying nice things about you but not
calling you back?

If you are experiencing any of these difficulties, you
may well need to beef up your story-telling. Memorable
stories about your accomplishments are what convince
employers of your value. Without them you're just one
of dozens with X years experience in your field.

At this highly interactive workshop you'll LEARN AND
PRACTICE how to
- Recognize your accomplishments
- Write powerfully and succinctly about them
- Put the proper "spin" on them to capture the most
attention
- Use them powerfully in interviews and networking
meetings

The Presenter
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Fred Nothnagel, WIND's Executive Director, has turned more than 800 people's
resumes from "ho-hum" to "Must Read!" and has coached interviewees for more than
13 years in private practice as well as at R.L. Stevens & Associates.

As WIND's Executive Director, he has presented this workshop more than 20 times,
to professionals of all fields and levels. Attendees have universally
acclaimed it for its high "practice factor."

Workshop Details
----------------
Time: 1:30-4:30pm Wednesday, November 18
Location: Wilmington United Methodist Church,
87 Church St., (Rt. 62) Wilmington, MA

Directions: see www.windnetworking.net

Cost: $40 if pre-registered by 5:00pm Tuesday November 17,
$45 at the door

NOTE: PRE-REGISTRATION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, SINCE THERE IS
A PRE-ASSIGNMENT THAT WILL BE E-MAILED IN ADVANCE.

To pre-register or for questions about this workshop,
e-mail frednothnagel@yahoo.com.

************************
Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND and Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

11/18/2009 09:00 am  "Be Bold, Flex and Win!"

"Whatever you can do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius,
power and magic in it."
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Tough times demand energetic, focused efforts, to be sure. Beyond that, though,
bold, flexible approaches can turn misfortune into opportunity, stalled careers
into promising ones.

The November 18th WIND North meeting will focus on the key habits of boldness
and flexibility.

Using a few examples of how varied professionals have turned their searches
around by "reading" the situation, adjusting and acting boldly, Fred Nothnagel
will present the essential steps you must take to break free of the pack and out
of the unemployment line.

You'll also identify your own Flex Zones and Boldness Action Steps

Finally, a few in the group, chosen at random, will have the opportunity to
"step onto the field" and challenge themselves, with our help, to BE BOLD!

Don't miss this energizing, thought- and action-provoking program. You'll come
away ready to face the toughest market and succeed.

-----------------------------------
WIND North Meeting details:

Time: 9:00 - ~12:30 every Wednesday (come later if you
can't make it by 9)

Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62,
Wilmington, MA (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 Open Networking
9:20 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements-Events-
Biz/People News of Note; Member Good News; Personal
Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
~12:30 Adjourn
post-meeting: Plenty of time for more networking
----------------------------------------------------

Questions about this meeting or about WIND in general?
Contact:
Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

11/17/2009 09:15 am  "What You Need To Know About Company Culture, Environment, Values"

WIND WEST MEETING:
Tuesday, November 17, 2009

PRESENTATION:
“What You Need To Know About Company Culture, Environment, Values” with Gail
Birger, Career Consultant and WIND Facilitator

QUOTE: “There are two great disappointments in life - - not getting what you
want and getting what you want.” HL Mencken, journalist

Meeting Agenda:
9:15am-9:30am - Informal Networking,
9:30am-10:45am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs and Leads
10:45am-11:15am – Networking with members
11:15-12noon - PRESENTATION

$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!

PRESENTATION TIME: 11:15am-12noon,
“What You Need To Know About Company Culture, Environment, Values”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
You’ve landed an interview with one of your target companies. How much do you
know about that company’s culture, the job environment, what the company values
e.g. does the company value teamwork, lean management etc. Knowledge is power.
The more you learn about a company and how they operate, the more prepared you
will be to evaluate the company and make an informed decision about whether it
is the right place for you. For example, becoming informed about the company
culture will help you determine if the company is a place that will be
conducive to your doing your best work, whether it is a place where you can
thrive and succeed, and whether it is a place that values initiative.

Come to WIND WEST on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 and find out:

**the best ways to get information about a company’s culture
**how to “read” the company environment during your interview
**which questions to ask to help you determine if you’ll fit in

Keep in mind that what you don’t know may come back to bite you, so don’t leave
your next interview asking yourself, “Why didn’t I find out about. . . ?” I’m
looking forward to seeing everyone at the WIND WEST meeting on Tuesday,
November 17, 2009.

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career consultant with more than a decade of experience
helping professionals with their career search and transition and also working
with professionals who are currently employed and need guidance with work
performance and work place politics. She has concurrent experience in high tech
business development and marketing research and holds an MBA from Simmons
School of Management. Gail is a frequent presenter and workshop leader who
speaks on career management topics including: assertive communication, acing
the interview, fitting into the organization, networking, and managing your
boss. Check out her web site: www.birgerandassociates.com.

LOCATION:
St. Luke’s Catholic Church Parish Center, One Ruggles Street (off of West Main
Street. West Main is Route 30), Westboro, MA.

Cheers,
Gail Birger
WIND Facilitator and Career Consultant
Birger & Associates
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

11/12/2009 08:30 am  What's Stopping You? with Carl Harvey

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - 11/12/09

QUOTE: "Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see."
Mark Twain

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
following their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: What's Stopping You? with Carl Harvey

To succeed at finding the job of our choice, we need more than good interviewing
techniques, attention-grabbing resumes or networking skills. We need to develop
the one quality upon which all skill and technique depend –an expanded capacity
to deal with risk, challenge and uncertainty. For it is this capacity that will
determine the risks we will take, who we will call, the questions we will ask,
and how long we will keep acting and risking in the face of disappointment,
negatives and self-doubt.

In this path-breaking talk, Carl Harvey, sales development expert and author of
“What’s Stopping You” will identify the nature if this core competence: what it
is, and how it relates to our performance and success. More importantly, he
will outline some of the practices and perspectives to develop this competency
so we can overcome call reluctance, gain confidence to call the decision maker,
to ask the tough questions – and find the confidence to act when we lack the
confidence. What stops most of us is the gap between knowing what to do and
doing it. This talk will help close that gap.

PRESENTER: CARL HARVEY, the founder of Success & Self-Esteem, is a dynamic
seminar leader and an award winning sales professional with over 20 years of
successful selling. In his path breaking talks to WIND audiences on “What’s
Stopping You?",Carl Harvey, identifies the core competency upon which all of our
job searching success depends: an expanded capacity to deal with risk,
challenge and uncertainty. Carl helps salespeople [and job seekers] develop the
selling skills and psychological competencies required for lasting career success.

TODAY'S TALK WILL GIVE WIND MEMBERS A TASTE OF THE UPCOMING WORKSHOP: HOW TO
SUCCEED IN YOUR JOB SEARCH [SEE BELOW].


UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Friday, November 20, 9 am - 1 pm, "How to Succeed In Your Job Search: A Workshop
to Massively Build Your Capability As A Job Seeker", with Carl Harvey. Early
Bird registration: $99.00, after Nov. 13, 2009, $129.00. Workshop is being held
at the Dedham Holiday Inn, at the intersection of Route 1 and 128. To Register,
reserve a seat by sending a check to Larry Elle, 232 Manthorne Road, West
Roxbury, MA 02132.

Directions to the WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill
River Road, Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

11/11/2009 11:00 am  What's Stopping You In Your Job Search?

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, November 11, 2009 -

Spend the Veterans' Day holiday with WIND Boston and enjoy a late autumn
afternoon in downtown Boston.

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm - WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.

WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.

COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:50 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:50 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC: What's Stopping You? with Carl Harvey

To succeed at finding the job of our choice, we need more than good interviewing
techniques, attention-grabbing resumes or networking skills. We need to develop
the one quality upon which all skill and technique depend –an expanded capacity
to deal with risk, challenge and uncertainty. For it is this capacity that will
determine the risks we will take, who we will call, the questions we will ask,
and how long we will keep acting and risking in the face of disappointment,
negatives and self-doubt.

In this path-breaking talk, Carl Harvey, sales development expert and author of
“What’s Stopping You” will identify the nature if this core competence: what it
is, and how it relates to our performance and success. More importantly, he
will outline some of the practices and perspectives to develop this competency
so we can overcome call reluctance, gain confidence to call the decision maker,
to ask the tough questions – and find the confidence to act when we lack the
confidence. What stops most of us is the gap between knowing what to do and
doing it. This talk will help close that gap.

PRESENTER: CARL HARVEY, the founder of Success & Self-Esteem, is a dynamic
seminar leader and an award winning sales professional with over 20 years of
successful selling. In his path breaking talks to WIND audiences on “What’s
Stopping You?",Carl Harvey, identifies the core competency upon which all of our
job searching success depends: an expanded capacity to deal with risk,
challenge and uncertainty. Carl helps salespeople [and job seekers] develop the
selling skills and psychological competencies required for lasting career success.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

Friday, November 20, 9 am - 1 pm, "How to Succeed In Your Job Search: A Workshop
to Massively Build Your Capability As A Job Seeker", with Carl Harvey. Early
Bird registration: $99.00, after Nov. 10, 2009, $129.00. Workshop is being held
at the Dedham Holiday Inn, at the intersection of Route 1 and 128. To Register,
send a check to Larry Elle, 232 Manthorne Road, West Roxbury, MA 02132.


See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

11/11/2009 09:00 am  "Jobs in a Rebounding Economy"

On Wednesday, November 11 WIND North will welcome Jim
Cote, President of Cote, Pulitzer & Alvarez Inc, a
premier executive search firm, who will provide information
and answer questions on the employment outlook and
processes. Led by recruiting veteran Jim Cote, CPA
Executive Search has placed hundreds of accounting, finance,
sales, and other key employees in corporate positions in the
Boston market since the mid 90’s.

"Jobs in a Rebounding Economy" is a one-hour seminar that
has two focused parts:

- the first section serves to update Human Resource and
Hiring Managers on the current methodologies to attract
great talent;
- the second part is designed to educate and direct those
wanting a job on the best ways of making this happen.

At WIND North, this one hour seminar will be weighted
towards the second part, though each part has proved
immensely valuable in updating hiring managers and
candidates on new ways of hiring and search.

This informational briefing will assist you in formulating
your strategies for developing a successful job search
plan. Our recruiters are sourcing recruiters; meaning
that they do not access the job boards -rather, they conduct
all of their recruiting by phone calls and referrals.

Topics to be covered:

• Best places to advertise/look for jobs
• Mental aspects of the hiring “game,” (from both sides)
• What each party is looking to accomplish
• How to source recruit
• The latest methodologies and what to expect from HR and a 3rd party recruiter


Please join us and learn more that will help you move into
your next great job faster.

**************************************************
Meeting Details:

WIND North meets each Wednesday morning from 9:00 until noon at the Wilmington
United Methodist Church, Rt. 62, Wilmington, MA
(see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 am - Open Networking (just show up and jump in)
9:20 - New Member Orientation
10:00 - General Meeting (Announcements,upcoming events
and business news; Good News (happy landings; Personal Introductions;
Needs and Leads; Program)
12:00-12:30 Adjourn
Post-meeting - plenty of time for more networking
**************************************************
Questions about WIND or your search for a great new job?
Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

11/06/2009 09:15 am  "What You Need To Know About Company Culture, Environment, Values"

WIND EAST MEETING:
November 6, 2009

PRESENTATION:
“What You Need To Know About Company Culture, Environment, Values” with Gail
Birger, Career Consultant and WIND Facilitator

QUOTE: “There are two great disappointments in life - - not getting what you
want and getting what you want.” HL Mencken, journalist

Meeting Agenda:
9:15am-9:30am - Informal Networking,
9:30am-10:45am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs,Leads
10:45am-11:15am – Networking with members
11:15-12noon - PRESENTATION

$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members Coffee and refreshments.
Everyone's welcome!

PRESENTATION TIME: 11:15am-12noon,
“What You Need To Know About Company Culture, Environment, Values”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
You’ve landed an interview with one of your target companies. How much do you
know about that company’s culture, the job environment, what the company values
e.g. does the company value teamwork, lean management etc. Knowledge is power.
The more you learn about a company and how it operates, the more prepared you
will be to evaluate the company and make an informed decision about whether it
is the right place for you. For example, becoming informed about the company
culture will help you determine if the company is a place that enables you to
do your best work, whether it is a place where you can succeed, and whether it
is a place that values initiative.

Come to WIND EAST on Friday, November 6, 2009 and find out:
*the best ways to get information about a company’s culture,
*how to “read” the company environment during your interview,
*which questions to ask to help you determine if you’ll fit in

Keep in mind that what you don’t know may come back to bite you, so don’t leave
your next interview asking yourself, “Why didn’t I find out about...?” I’m
looking forward to seeing everyone at the WIND EAST meeting on Friday, November
6, 2009.

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career consultant with more than a decade of experience
helping professionals with their career search and transition and also working
with professionals who are currently employed and need guidance with work
performance and work place politics. She has concurrent experience in high tech
business development and marketing research and holds an MBA from Simmons
School of Management. Gail is a frequent presenter and workshop leader who
speaks on career management topics including: assertive communication, acing
the interview, fitting into the organization, networking, and managing your
boss. Check out her web site: www.birgerandassociates.com.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets the first and third Friday of every month at St. John’s United
Methodist Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown, MA. St. John’s is two blocks
north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking lot and
on the Starbuck’s side of Mt. Auburn Street.

Cheers,
Gail Birger
WIND Facilitator and Career Consultant
Birger & Associates
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

11/05/2009 01:00 pm  Activate The Powers Of LinkedIn to Advance Your Job Search

Activate The Powers Of LinkedIn to Advance Your Job Search

WHEN: Thursday, November 5, 1 – 4 pm,

WHERE: At WIND South, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill River Road,
Canton, MA. Exit 2B off Route 93/128, south of Boston.


Most WIND members have joined LinkedIn and are developing a profile.
Congratulations, you have completed Step 1 of a process that can help you
establish a presence on the web. Now, find out how to maximize LinkedIn’s
potential to help you network into your next job. This workshop, taught by
Joseph Mullin, one of LinkedIn’s most informed and accomplished users, will
provide you with the keys to unlocking LinkedIn’s powers, and advancing you into
your next career position.

Key Benefits to Participants:
• Review of LinkedIn basics including its lesser known but valuable job search
features
• Ways to improve your Profile to make it stand out
• How to conduct searches for people, companies and groups
• How to network with others using LinkedIn
• How to use groups and the Answers feature to raise your web presence
• How to develop and implement a LinkedIn strategy that will help you find your
next position

Note: Laptops are helpful but not necessary. If you have one, please bring it along.

PRESENTER: Joseph Mullin, MBA, is currently a consultant at the GLC Council.
Prior to this he worked in Customer relations at Pulte Homes of NE, and as a
Senior Test Engineer at both DRS and Fibersense Technology (Northrop Grumman).
He is a graduate of Northeaster University and the University of Phoenix. Joseph
has contributed in many volunteer capacities and enjoys sharing his hard won
knowledge of LinkedIn and other social networking sites with WIND members and
other job seekers.

COST: $45.00 when registered in advance, $50.00 at the door. Space is limited.
Includes light refreshments and workshop handouts.

REGISTRATION: To reserve a place for $45.00 email Larry Elle at
lelle@ix.netcom.com by 7 pm, November 4. Late registrants and, at the door, pay
$50.00. Call 617-325-4521 for more information. Early Bird Discount: Send a
check for $40.00 by October 31, 2009, to Larry Elle, 232 Manthorne Rd., West
Roxbury, MA 02132.

11/05/2009 08:30 am  Power Networking

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - for November 5, 2009,

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
following their agenda

QUOTE: "Everyone knows that on any given day there are energies slumbering in
him which the incitements of that day do not call forth. Compared with what we
ought to be, we are only half awake. It is evident that our organism has
stored-up reserves of energy that are ordinarily not called upon - deeper and
deeper strata of explosible material, ready for use by anyone who probes so
deep. The human individual usually lives far within his limits." William James

MEETING TOPIC: Power Networking: The Path To Job Search Success
On Thursday morning, November 5, 2009, Eric Ross will present a newly EXPANDED
version of "the best networking talk ever given at WIND," His talk will be a
special one hour presentation at 11 am (part of the regular WIND South
networking meeting starting at 8:30 am).

If you haven't heard his presentation do it today! If you have heard Eric speak
this won't be a review lesson. You'll hear new material, new stories and new
ways to make your own networking more effective. WIND members love Eric's talk
not just for its thorough "how to" explanation of networking but for its effect
on them. I have received scores of emails from members who have stated that it
changed and empowered their networking. After hearing Eric many listeners go
from no networking to making it a major part of their job search strategy.
Others become energized by their new knowledge and make the networking
connections that help them land their next job.

Power Networking covers all the essentials of networking: Why to network?; The
Basic Strategies; The Tools You Will Need; Who to Network With and How to
Prioritize; How to Make Contact; The Phone Call; The Meeting; Growing Your
Contacts List; and Follow-up.This presentation provides an overview of "what to
do" and "how to do it." Eric's message can shorten your time in the ranks of the
unemployed. As Eric likes to say, It's either, "Network, or Not Work."

PRESENTER: Eric Ross is an accomplished senior business executive who has
successfully walked-the-walk of job transition through networking. He has held a
number of senior operations and general management positions in manufacturing,
R&D, and service industries. He is a master of business process improvement and
has applied these skills to the process of job search networking. His
presentations on networking have been given at outplacement firms, to
professional associations and throughout WIND, all with rave reviews. Eric Ross
is considered by many as New England's master networker.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle

TWO GREAT UPCOMING WORKSHOPS:

Thursday, November 5, 1 - 4 pm, "Using LinkedIn for Your Job Search", with
Joseph Mullen, following the WIND meeting in Canton, MA. Early Bird Discount:
Send a check for $40.00 made out to Success Associates Career Services and mail
it to Larry Elle, 232 Manthorne Road, West Roxbury, MA 02132. Check must be
received by Wednesday, November 3, 2009.

To reserve a seat in the workshop send an email to Larry Elle at
lelle@ix.netcom.com. Cost $45.00.
To pay at the door - $50.00.


Friday, November 20, 9 am - 1 pm, "How to Succeed In Your Job Search: A Workshop
to Massively Build Your Capability As A
Job Seeker", with Carl Harvey. Early Bird registration: $99.00. Registrations
received after Nov. 10, 2009, $129.00. Workshop is being held at the Dedham
Holiday Inn, at the intersection of Route 1and 128. To reserve a seat send a
check to Larry Elle,
232 Manthorne Road, West Roxbury, MA 02132.

Directions to WIND SOUTH at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill River Road,
Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at exit 2B. The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

>From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

>From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.




Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

11/04/2009 01:30 pm  "Beating the Age Rap"

Ageism in hiring and layoffs has often been a hot topic at networking meetings,
in the press and on the blogosphere.

In view of this ongoing interest, WIND is offering again the "Beating the Age
Rap" workshop this coming Wednesday, November 4. It received VERY positive
reviews from attendees at the most recent presentation and a glowing testimonial
at this past week's WIND North meeting.

The most important question is:

"What can I do to overcome ageism so they'll hire me?"
(for a job in my field, not as a hamburger-flipper!)

The good news is that you can fight ageism, often neutralize it completely, by
understanding
- why it exists (i.e. what are the stereotypes of mature workers),
- how to read the signals and anticipate the stereotypes, and
- how to use Pre-emptive Positioning to show that they don't apply to you.

This highly interactive workshop will give you that understanding and those
skills, so that you can "beat the rap" and land the job.

You'll learn:

- the hidden concerns and fears behind the stereotypes
- how to determine which ones they may have even before you talk with them
- the tactics, techniques and behaviors you can use to undermine and destroy the
impression that you are "one of those old people."

You'll PRACTICE in simulated situations actual techniques and communications
you'll use in your search.

The Presenter:

As Executive Director of WIND for 14 years with even longer experience as a
professional Career Consultant and Coach, Fred Nothnagel has made a study of how
to overcome ageism. The vast majority of his clientele are middle-aged,
mid-career professionals at mid-to-senior levels. He has presented on the topic
to professional Career Counselors as well as to professionals in transition.

The Workshop:

Date/Time: 1:30-4:30 Wednesday, Nov. 4

Location: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt. 62,
Wilmington, MA - home of WIND North (see
www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Cost: $40 if registered by midnight Tuesday, Nov. 3;
$45 if later(walk-ins OK)

Preparation: Simply come with your issues and
questions

To register: e-mail fnothnagel@windnetworking.net
***************************************************
Questions about the workshop or your own transition?

Contact:
Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Consultant and Coach
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

11/04/2009 09:00 am  "Flip Your Perspective"

Most jobseekers at one time or another fall into the counterproductive habit of
viewing situations they face only from their own perspectives. It's easy to get
caught in this trap, and understandable, too, given the frustrating, stressful,
seemingly irrational nature of the search process.

At this week's WIND North meeting, through discussion and role-playing, Fred
Nothnagel will help you understand better the perpectives of the other "players"
in your search, i.e.
- HR recruiters and interviewers
- Agency recruiters
- Hiring managers
- Other Hiring Squad members
- The Superboss (a.k.a. HM+1)

In addition, you'll come away with tactics you can use and questions you should
ask to build rapport very quickly with these players and show them that you are
someone they must have on their teams.

As any B2B salesperson will readily acknowledge, the more you can get inside the
head of those who make or influence the "buy" decision, the better you chance
you have of closing the deal.

Hope to see you Nov. 4 at WIND North!

**************************************************
Meeting Details:

WIND North meets each Wednesday morning from 9:00
until noon at the Wilmington
United Methodist Church, Rt. 62, Wilmington, MA
(see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 am - Open Networking (just show up and jump in)
9:20 - New Member Orientation
10:00 - General Meeting (Announcements,upcoming events
and business news; Good News (happy landings; Personal Introductions;
Needs and Leads; Program)
12:00-12:30 Adjourn
Post-meeting - plenty of time for more networking
**************************************************
Questions about WIND or your search for a great new job?

Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Independent Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

11/03/2009 09:00 am  Mastering The Networking Phone Call

WIND West Meeting Announcement, Tuesday, November 3, 2009 - Mastering The
Networking Phone Call

AGENDA:
9:00 - 9:15 am - Informal Networking
9:15-9:45 - Good News, New Member Intros, Announcements, needs and Leads
9:45-11:10 - Networking tables
11:55-noon - Speaker Presentation (see below)

$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: "Mastering the Networking Phone Call"

There is one crucial tool of the job search that everyone loves to hate: The
Networking Phone Call. Job searchers constantly pose this question: "Why is it
so hard to pick up the phone?", " Who should I be talking to?", "What will I say
when I talk to them?", "What do I do if they don't respond to my call?", "Isn't
this asking for help from strangers and why would they want to help me?" And,
"What if they want to interview me on the spot?"

If you are asking some of these questions and having difficulty making
networking calls, this presentation will give you some sound ideas to help you
overcome this roadblock to success. In my talk I will explore the reasons people
talk to you; reasons for you to call them; scripts for your call; plus related
information and advice you can use to overcome barriers and optimize your
success. If knowledge is power, you will leave the WIND meeting feeling
empowered and ready to pick up the phone!

PRESENTER: Larry Elle, MSW, Nationally Certified Career and Job Transition
Counselor, author and WIND Facilitator for over 10 years. Larry has helped
hundreds of job seekers struggle with using the phone in networking and you will
find his advise very helpful and the practice time together very empowering.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

Thursday, November 5, 1 - 4 pm, "Using LinkedIn for Your Job Search", with
Joseph Mullen, following the WIND meeting in Canton, MA. Cost: $45.00, To
Register, send an email to Larry Elle at lelle@ix.netcom.com.

Friday, November 20, 9 am - 1 pm, "How to Succeed In Your Job Search: A Workshop
to Massively Build Your Capability As A Job Seeker", with Carl Harvey. Early
Bird registration: $99.00, after Nov. 10, 2009, $129.00. Workshop is being held
at the Dedham Holiday Inn, at the intersection of Route 1 and 128. To Register,
send a check to Larry Elle, 232 Manthorne Road, West Roxbury, MA 02132.

DIRECTIONS to WIND West

WIND/West: (9:00 am -12:00PM, The 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month at St.
Luke’s Catholic Church, Parish Center, 1 Ruggles Street off
West Main St. (Rt. 30) Westboro, MA

From the North:
Take Rt. 495 South to Rt. 9 West (Exit 23B). Turn left onto Lyman St., then
right onto East Main St. (Rt. 30). Proceed west on Rt. 30 about ¾
mile, At the rotary, go straight thru onto West Main St. (Rt. 30). Very shortly,
turn left onto Ruggles Street. The Parish Center and parking lot are on the
right behind the church.

From the South: *Take Rt. 495 North to Rt. 9 West (Exit 23B).
Follow the above directions to the church from there.

From the West (Worcester area): Take Rt. 290 to Shrewsbury St. (Exit 15). Follow
Shrewsbury St. about 1.3 miles to Rt. 9 East. Stay on Rt. 9 East about 6.3 miles
to Milk St. (Rt.135).
Stay on Milk St. a bit less than a mile, and then turn right onto Fisher St. Go
to W. Main St. and turn left onto Ruggles Street.

10/29/2009 08:30 am  Gender Differences In The Job Search And What We Can Learn From Each Other

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - 10/29/09

QUOTE: "You are not paid to work hard. In fact, you are not paid for effort at
all. You are paid for results. It's not what you do; it's what you get done." —
Larry Winget - Personal success and business author and speaker

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
following their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: Gender Differences In The Job Search and What We
Can Learn From Each Other - Irene Sinteff

Researchers have identified that gender does influence communication and
interaction styles. But how does gender affect the job search? And can men and
women learn from each other's strengths and weaknesses? Today's speaker, Irene
Sinteff, will explore this topic drawing on the latest research and offering
ideas about how both genders can benefit from learning about the strengths and
weaknesses of each gender's job search styles.

Here are some of the generalizations researchers have come up with about the
genders: Men tend to have a hierarchical, goal-oriented style which is often
viewed as authoritative, decisive and efficient. Women focus on process and
engage others in reaching goals and making decisions. Which (if any) is the
more effective job search style?

Women focus on inclusion and support from others (solidarity). Men tend to focus
on levels of dominance and control (power) in social interactions. Does this
make women better networkers? And does men’s one-down position in the job search
undermine their effectiveness?

We also know from research that women do not do as well as men when negotiating
salaries. They ask for fewer raises, favors and recognition. These behaviors can
be changed as can men's difficulty asking for help and not picking up on the
nuances of social interactions. These examples are only a few of those to be
discussed. But the discussion will not be framed in terms of which gender is
more often right, but in terms of how we can all build on the strengths, and
avoid the pitfalls of both genders.

PRESENTER: Irene Sinteff is a certified human resources professional who has
managed the human resources function for several organizations, delivered
leadership, customer service and quality training to companies across several
industries, and delivered career coaching to people in transition. She now
manages a portfolio career that spans HR consulting, workforce development
training, career transition coaching and recruiting. A training assignment a
few years ago introduced Irene to the studies researchers have done regarding
the differences in interaction styles between men and women. Her work has
provided many opportunities to observe the interaction style differences in the
genders and the impact they have on work and job search.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

Thursday, November 5, 1 - 4 pm, "Using LinkedIn for Your Job Search", with
Joseph Mullen, following the WIND meeting in Canton, MA. Cost: $45.00, To
Register, send an email to Larry Elle at lelle@ix.netcom.com.

Friday, November 20, 9 am - 1 pm, "How to Succeed In Your Job Search: A Workshop
to Massively Build Your Capability As A Job Seeker", with Carl Harvey. Early
Bird registration: $99.00, after Nov. 10, 2009, $129.00. Workshop is being held
at the Dedham Holiday Inn, at the intersection of Route 1 and 128. To Register,
reserve a seat by sending a check to Larry Elle, 232 Manthorne Road, West
Roxbury, MA 02132.

Directions to the WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill
River Road, Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

10/28/2009 11:00 am  Smart Reader for Job Seekers

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, October 28, 2009

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm - WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.

WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.

COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:50 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:50 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC: Smart Reader for Job Seekers

Abby Grant of the Boston Business Journal will speak on how to use the Boston
Business Journal as a tool in a job search. Her perspective is unique as she
has a background in recruiting and just completed her own job search. All
attendees will receive a 4 Week Free Trial Subscription to the BBJ. The Boston
Business Journal is the leading business publication covering metro-Boston
businesses. Learn how to "read" the paper with the eyes of an informed job
seeker. You will discover how to turn up job leads, company executives, lists
of leading industries, profiles of growing companies and top executives. Each
attendee will also leave with a copy of the Journal to help them uncover its
possibilities for their job search.

PRESENTER: Abby Grant has close to 20 years working in the communications field
including publishing, advertising and public relations. Abby currently works in
the Circulation Group at the Boston Business Journal – Boston’s premier business
publication. Prior to that, she was with Hollister, a Boston-based recruiting
and staffing firm, conducting Business Development for the creative and
marketing group. She has held business development and account management roles
for several Boston-based public relations and advertising agencies. Abby holds
a B.A. from the University of New Hampshire and a M.A. from Emerson College.

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS

Thursday, November 5, 1 - 4 pm, "Using LinkedIn for Your Job Search", with
Joseph Mullen, following the WIND South meeting in Canton, MA. Cost: $45.00, To
Register, send an email to Larry Elle at lelle@ix.netcom.com.

Friday, November 20, 9 am - 1 pm, "How to Succeed In Your Job Search: A Workshop
to Massively Build Your Capability As A Job Seeker", with Carl Harvey. Early
Bird registration: $99.00, after Nov. 10, 2009, $129.00. Workshop is being held
at the Dedham Holiday Inn, at the intersection of Route 1 and 128. To Register,
send a check to Larry Elle, 232 Manthorne Road, West Roxbury, MA 02132.


See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

10/28/2009 09:00 am  "Flip Your Pespective"

Most jobseekers at one time or another fall into the counterproductive habit of
viewing situations they face only from their own perspectives. It's easy to
get caught in this trap, and understandable, too, given the frustrating,
stressful, seemingly irrational nature of the search process.

At this week's WIND North meeting, through discussion and role-playing, Fred
Nothnagel will help you understand better the perpectives of the
other "players" in your search, i.e.
- HR recruiters and interviewers
- Agency recruiters
- Hiring managers
- Other Hiring Squad members
- The Superboss (a.k.a. HM+1)

In addition, you'll come away with tactics you can use and questions you should
ask to build rapport very quickly with these players and show them that you are
someone they must have on their teams.

As any B2B salesperson will readily acknowledge, the more you can get inside
the head of those who make or influence the "buy" decision, the better you
chance you have of closing the deal.

Hope to see you on the 28th at WIND North!

**************************************************
Meeting Details:

WIND North meets each Wednesday morning from 9:00
until noon at the Wilmington
United Methodist Church, Rt. 62, Wilmington, MA
(see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 am - Open Networking (just show up and jump in)
9:20 - New Member Orientation
10:00 - General Meeting (Announcements,upcoming events
and business news; Good News (happy landings; Personal Introductions;
Needs and Leads; Program)
12:00-12:30 Adjourn
Post-meeting - plenty of time for more networking
**************************************************
Questions about WIND or your search for a great new job?

Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Private Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

10/22/2009 08:30 am  Mastering The Networking Phone Call

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - 10/22/09

QUOTE: "In the long run you hit only what you aim at. Therefore, though you
might fail immediately, you had better aim at something high." Henry David
Thoreau

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
following their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: MEETING TOPIC: "Mastering the Networking Phone Call"

There is one crucial tool of the job search that everyone loves to hate: The
Networking Phone Call. Job searchers constantly pose this question: "Why is it
so hard to pick up the phone?", " Who should I be talking to?", "What will I
say when I talk to them?", "What do I do if they don't respond to my
call?", "Isn't this asking for help from strangers and why would they want to
help me?" And, "What if they want to interview me on the spot?"

If you are asking some of these questions and having difficulty making
networking calls, this presentation will give you some sound ideas to help you
overcome this roadblock to success. In my talk I will explore the reasons
people talk to you; reasons for you to call them; scripts for your call; plus
related information and advice you can use to overcome barriers and optimize
your success. If knowledge is power, you will leave the WIND meeting feeling
empowered and ready to pick up the phone!

PRESENTER: Larry Elle, MSW, Nationally Certified Career and Job Transition
Counselor, author and WIND Facilitator for over 10 years. Larry has helped
hundreds of job seekers struggle with using the phone in networking and you
will find his advise very helpful and the practice time together very
empowering.

Directions to the new WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue
Hill River Road, Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

10/20/2009 09:15 am  "How To Really Use LinkedIn For Your Job Search"

WIND WEST MEETING:
Tuesday, October 20, 2009

PRESENTATION TOPIC:
“How To Really Use LinkedIn For Your Job Search” with Jonathan Spencer,
President, CyberArtisans Web Developers

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am - Informal Networking,
9:45am-10:45am – New Member Intros, Needs, Leads,
10:45am-11:00am – Networking with members,
11:00am-12noon - PRESENTATION

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members.
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!
 
PRESENTATION, 11:00am-12noon:
“How To Really Use LinkedIn For Your Job Search”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
You've joined LinkedIn, filled in your profile, added your work and education
histories, and set up some contacts. But nobody has picked up on it, and you
still need a job. Now what? Now you are ready to really start using LinkedIn.
And a passive presence on LinkedIn won't do the trick in the current economy.
Jonathan Spencer is a web designer and social media consultant with extensive
experience in social media, including LinkedIn. At Tuesday's WIND West meeting
he will discuss:

*Some of the lesser-known LinkedIn features that you can use in your job search

*How to develop and implement a LinkedIn strategy that will enable you to
effectively find appropriate job openings
 
PRESENTER:
Jonathan Spencer is the owner of CyberArtisans Web Developers, a Brighton, MA
firm that builds, maintains, and repairs websites for small and medium-sized
businesses. He also consults on web commerce, search engine optimization, and
social media. He started building websites for Digital Equipment Corporation in
1997, when the only browser was Netscape and the only text color was black. As
the web becomes more capable, Jonathan’s skills develop with it, assuring
clients a web professional who is constantly upgrading his knowledge and
willing to talk with his clients about options and best practices.
CyberArtisans serves clients from Boston to Beijing.

LOCATION:
WIND West meetings take place at St. Luke's Catholic Church Parish Center, One
Ruggles Street (off of West Main Street. West Main is Route 30), Westboro, MA.

Don’t miss this timely and terrific presentation on using LinkedIn for your job
search. Looking forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at WIND
West!
Cheers,
Gail Birger,
WIND Facilitator and Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

10/16/2009 09:15 am  "How To Really Use LinkedIn For Your Job Search"

WIND EAST MEETING:
Friday, October 16, 2009

PRESENTATION TOPIC:
“How To Really Use LinkedIn For Your Job Search”
with Jonathan Spencer, President, CyberArtisans Web Developers

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am - Informal Networking
9:45am-10:45am – New Member Intros, Needs, Leads
10:45am-11:00am – Networking with members
11:00am-12noon - PRESENTATION

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members.
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!
 
PRESENTATION, 11:00am-12noon:
“How To Really Use LinkedIn For Your Job Search”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
You've joined LinkedIn, filled in your profile, added your work and education
histories, and set up some contacts. But nobody has picked up on it, and you
still need a job. Now what? Now you are ready to really start using LinkedIn.
And a passive presence on LinkedIn won't do the trick in the current economy.
Jonathan Spencer is a web designer and social media consultant with extensive
experience in social media, including LinkedIn. At Friday’s WIND East meeting
he will discuss:

*some of the lesser-known LinkedIn features that you can use in your job
search

*how to develop and implement a LinkedIn strategy that will enable you to
effectively find appropriate job openings
 
PRESENTER:
Jonathan Spencer is the owner of CyberArtisans Web Developers, a Brighton, MA
firm that builds, maintains, and repairs websites for small and medium-sized
businesses. He also consults on web commerce, search engine optimization, and
social media. He started building websites for Digital Equipment Corporation in
1997, when the only browser was Netscape and the only text color was black. As
the web becomes more capable, Jonathan’s skills develop with it, assuring
clients a web professional who is constantly upgrading his knowledge and
willing to talk with his clients about options and best practices.
CyberArtisans serves clients from Boston to Beijing.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets on the first and third Friday of each month at St. John’s
United Methodist Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two
blocks north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking
lot and on the Starbuck’s side of Mt. Auburn Street.

Don’t miss this timely and terrific presentation on using LinkedIn for your job
search. Looking forward to seeing everyone on Friday, October 16, 2009 at WIND
East!
Cheers,
Gail Birger,
WIND Facilitator and Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

10/15/2009 01:00 am  What Do You Say After Saying Hello?

WIND South Meeting Announcement Thursday, October 15, 2009, 8:30 am - 12 noon
"Planning a Networking Meeting: What Do You Do After Saying Hello" with Larry Elle

QUOTE: "Your work is to discover your work, and then with all of your heart, to
give yourself to it." Buddha

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT -
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

1115 - 12 noon: TODAY'S TOPIC: "Planning a Networking Meeting: What to Say After
Saying Hello"

The day arrives. You're driving to your networking meeting with a potential
hiring manager at a firm you would love to work for. You have read that it isn't
good to just come right out and say, "I'm great at what I do. Hire me!", but
what do you say? You've set up the meeting and you're expected to create the agenda.

You also realize it would be phony to pretend to be someone who just happens to
be interested in this company and is not looking for work. So one thing you'll
say is "I'm in career transition and..." ah, but what comes next? Why are you
there? What questions will you ask? What company research have you done? How
could this person help you and do you have any way you could help him or her?
You start to get a little nervous and then you remember the WIND session you
attended on October 15, 2009, where Larry Elle presented "What Do You Say After
You Say Hello."

In this presentation Larry presented six strategies you could use during a
networking meeting to create an agenda for that meeting. Each strategy is a
clear, understandable way of developing talking points for a networking meeting.
The six strategies are based on your needs and where you are in the job search
process. The strategies are: 1. Career Advise, 2. Industry Trends and
Happenings, 3. Job Hunting Strategy, 4. Informational Meeting, 5. Key Contacts
or Who Do You Know, 6. the Laundry List. Often a networking meeting will
incorporate more than one strategy but woe is the person who goes in unprepared!

PRESENTER: Larry Elle, a nationally certified career and job transition coach,
and a WIND Facilitator for over 10 years, has helped hundreds of people move their
career forward, helping clients find a direction and landing work that suits
their special strengths, skills and interests.

NOTE: A special five session career direction workshop - "Identify Your Ideal
Career " begins on Monday, October 19, 2009, at a career center in
Cambridge, MA.. If you are not sure of your career direction and not clear on
what are your key career strengths, skills and interests, this session will
help you resolve these issues and move forward. To learn more email Larry Elle
for the course description, or call Larry at 617-325-4521.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to WIND SOUTH at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.

>From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

10/14/2009 11:00 am  Advance Your Job Search Using Personal Branding

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, October 14, 2009 (Directions below)

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm - WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.

WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.

COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:50 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:50 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC: "Advance Your Job Search Using Personal Branding"

The world of work has changed FOREVER. In this difficult economy, layoffs are
rampant and competition for jobs is intense. How are you dealing with the
realities of this new world of work? Have you thought about these questions?

* What is unique and compelling about YOU?

* What is the VALUE you can offer your employer or customers?

* Are you in control of your career?

* Are you getting paid what you are worth?

If you are currently out of work or running your own business, the key to
success and to achieving your goals is to differentiate yourself, through a
strong personal brand. This special one-hour presentation will cover three main
topics:

* What is Branding-to get everyone on the same page about what branding is
and what it is not, and to distill some myths about branding.
* An introduction to Personal Branding-what it is, why it came about and why
everyone needs to think about themselves as a Personal Brand.
* The Three-step Reach Personal Branding program:
o Extract your brand, through numerous exercises which help you gain
clarity on what is important to you and how others perceive you
o Express your brand on and off-line, with a focus on maximizing your
exposure to your target audience.
o Exude or align your brand with everything you do.

This presentation is targeted at multiple audiences:

* Job seekers looking to differentiate themselves in today's competitive
hiring landscape.
* Career changers seeking clarity on what makes them unique, compelling and
relevant.
* "Solopreneurs", consultants and small business owners seeking to increase
their revenues and customer base through targeted marketing and personal branding.

PRESENTER: Randi Bussin is a career reinvention visionary, who thrives on
collaborating with individuals seeking purpose with passion, helping them
achieve clarity, a renewed sense of direction, and an actionable career
reinvention and personal branding plan.

Randi’s story is one of enterprising reinvention and renewal. With a graduate
degree in Romance Languages, Randi ventured into high technology marketing. She
then set off to Paris, earning an MBA from one of the world’s top business
schools, INSEAD in France.
After 15 years in the technology industry, Randi launched her first company—an
international strategy consulting firm, Trilogie Consultants. Ten years into
this pursuit, Randi embarked on a journey of self-discovery, learning that she
was gifted in inspiring others to change their lives. After spending four years
as an MBA career counselor in higher education, she launched her coaching practice.

Randi now is a highly trained career coach with an expertise in career
assessments and personal branding. She trained with Coach University (CEP
Graduate) and the Career Coach Academy (Certified Career Management Coach) and
enrolled in an extensive Personal Branding program, earning the 360Reach
Certification, Reach Certified Personal Branding Strategist and Online ID
Strategist designations. Randi also is a frequent speaker and adjunct faculty at
various local Boston business colleges.

NOTE: A special five session career direction workshop - "Identify Your Ideal
Career " begins on Monday, October 19, 2009, at a career center in Cambridge,
MA.. If you are not sure of your career direction and not clear on what are your
key career strengths, skills and interests, this session will help you resolve
these issues and move forward. To learn more, email Larry Elle for the course
description, or call Larry at 617-325-4521, or see attachment..

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

10/08/2009 08:30 am  Interview Skills With A Twist

WIND South Meeting Announcement
Thursday, October 8, 2009, 8:30 am - 12 noon
"Interviewing Skills With A Twist" with Don Saracen

QUOTE: "We change the world not by what we say or do, but as a consequence of
what we have become." - David R. Hawkins, Psychiatrist

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT -
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: Interviewing Skills With A Twist

Today's presentation addresses the verbal and non-verbal Interviewing skills
necessary to succeed in today's tough interview formats. Some of the key points
will be illustrated using a roll playing scenario, bringing interviewing skills
them from the realm of theory into practical reality. This is perhaps the best
way to learn as it combines the visual and aural modes of perception.

But relax, our speaker, Don Saracen, won't ask you to role play in front of the
group. He will play out the most common interview mistakes that most candidates
make. The audience is asked to watch, observer and take notes. Then we do the
same interview this time correctly. WIND members can then speak up and ask
questions, identify problems, issues and or opportunities in real time during
the second roll play. The end result is you will have a clearer knowledge about
how to make the best impression.

PRESENTER: Don Saracen, CTM, is President and founder of SARACEN Sales &
Marketing, a consulting firm specializing in business development, market
planning and the art of communications. He holds Rotary Internationals highest
award as a Paul Harris Fellow and is a co-producer of the New England Emmy award
nominated PBS-TV documentary, Mai: A Lesson in Courage, Passion & Hope. He is
completing his Advanced designation for Toastmasters International and has
competed at Club, Area, Division and Twice at the District level speaking
competitions. He brings special expertise in networking and interviewing skills
derived from his business experience.

NOTE: A special five session career direction workshop - "Identify Your Ideal
Career " begins on Monday, October 19, 2009, at a career center in
Cambridge, MA.. If you are not sure of your career direction and not clear on
what are your key career strengths, skills and interests, this session will
help you resolve these issues and move forward. To learn more email Larry Elle
for the course description, or call Larry at 617-325-4521.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to WIND SOUTH at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.

>From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

10/07/2009 01:30 pm  WORKSHOP: "Knock 'Em Dead Interviewing"

Judging from the large number of questions about interviewing last week's WIND
North guest speaker fielded, the topic is again of great interest to our
members. So I'm pleased to offer once again my 3-hr. workshop that will give you
the tools to prepare for and execute job-winning interviews.

In addition to taking you through the strategies, tips and techniques you need
to prepare for and conduct a top-flight, "must-hire!" interview, this workshop
will give you the chance to analyze and practice dealing with tough interview
situations you and the class bring up.

Specifically, you'll learn:

- How to size up the situation (what they're REALLY looking for and how they
select candidates) BEFORE you go there, and how to practice answering the likely
related questions the proper way

- What research to do on the company and the "hiring squad" - and where to find it

- How to choose which Success Stories to be sure to tell

- How to get even more information about their hot buttons early in the interview

- How to "blow them away gently" by using your research most effectively

- How to avoid being grilled or going "off message"

- How to hint that you could be dangerous if you worked for a competitor!

- How to close the interview, leaving a great, memorable impression of your value.

BTW:
Interviewing is the presenter's favorite career management topic. He has taught
and demonstrated interviewing skills to more than 1000 people in seminars and
speaking engagements, and coached nearly as many one-on-one on specific interviews.

*********************
Details:

Time: 1:30-4:30pm Wednesday, October 7
Location: Room 1-5, Wilmington United Methodist Church,
Rt.62 (midway between Rt.38 and Wilmington H.S.)

There is a brief pre-workshop assignment.
Cost: the usual $40 for pre-registrants, $45 for walk-ins
To pre-register: e-mail frednothnagel@yahoo.com by 5:00pm
Tuesday, October 6.
**********************************************

Questions about this workshop, your own search or about WIND in general?

E-mail me!

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND and Private Career Coach/Consultant 978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

10/07/2009 09:00 am  "The FIT Factor"

"Fit" - a small word of enormous importance.

"Fit" is the most important factor that determines who gets the job,
after an employer narrows the field to those who pass the "skills,
knowledge and 'OK human being'" tests.

"Fit" is obviously very important to candidates as well, as they make critical
decisions, such as
- "Should I stay in my former field or change to X, Y or Z?"
- "How strongly should I target Company X?"
- "How much effort should I put into post-interview followup?"
- "Will I accept their offer even if I can negotiate more $$ or perks?"

On Oct. 7 at WIND North, Fred Nothnagel will examine FIT from both sides:

- what companies, management, peers look for and how they check you for fit.
- what's important to you as a prospective employee: what signs to look for,
what questions to ask to check them out.

A few short, fun! exercises will be used to bring into sharp focus this critical
factor.


******************************************************
Meeting Details:

WIND North meets each Wednesday morning from 9:00 until noon
at the Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt. 62, Wilmington, MA
(see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 am - Open Networking (just show up and jump in)
9:20 - New Member Orientation
10:00 - General Meeting (Announcements, upcoming events
and business news; Good News (happy landings; Personal Introductions;
Needs and Leads; Program
12:00-12:30 Adjourn
Post-meeting - plenty of time for more networking
**************************************************
Questions about WIND or your search for a great new job?

Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND
Private Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

10/06/2009 09:00 am  Improving Interview Performance Using Organizational Message Techniques

WIND West Meeting Announcement, Tuesday, October 6, 2009

AGENDA:
9:00 - 9:15 am - Informal Networking
9:15-9:45 - Good News, New Member Intros, Announcements, needs and Leads
9:45-11:10 - Networking tables
11:55-noon - Speaker Presentation (see below)

$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!

11:15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: Improving Interview Performance Using
Organizational Message Techniques

There's not much "new under the sun" in the career field. There are certain
tried and true principles that help most job seekers land a job when they are
utilized.
Among them are: Know your value and be able to articulate it.;Talk about meeting
an employer's needs; Network into the hidden job market; Prepare outstanding
marketing documents, e.g., resumes, profile sheets accomplishment stories;
Research companies; Target your job search and interview well.

However, every once in a while something new does come along that opens minds
and when executed, helps job seekers improve on their job getting abilities.
Today, you will learn about one such break through - the Organizational Method
Interview Technique.

This new approach was developed by Jay Block, a prominent career consultant.
When I first became acquainted with it, I realized immediately that this method
would help people dramatically improve on their interview performance because it
helps job seekers in three key ways. It helps you prioritize, organize and prepare
for an interview unlike any other system I have ever seen.

This technique begins by requiring that a job seeker identify that one thing
that makes you an ideal candidate for a particular job.
Then it helps you organize and communicate your message to an employer in a very
powerful way. This organizational message technique is new and its challenging,
but it's challenges will result in you delivering a more powerful interview
presentation and receiving more frequent offers of positions. If you want to
improve your
interviewing technique, you will definitely want to attend today's session.

PRESENTER: Larry Elle, a nationally certified career and job transition coach,
and a WIND Facilitator for over 1o years, has helped hundreds
of people move their career forward, finding a direction and landing work that
suits their special strengths, abilities and interests.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle

NOTE: A special five session career direction workshop - "Identify Your Ideal
Career " begins on Monday, October 19, 2009, at a career center in Cambridge,
MA.. If you are not sure
of your career direction and not clear on what are your key career strengths,
skills and interests, this session will help you resolve these issues and move
forward.
To learn more email Larry Elle for the course description, or call Larry at
617-325-4521.

DIRECTIONS to WIND West

WIND/West: (9:00 am -12:00PM, The 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month
at St. Luke’s Catholic Church, Parish Center, 1 Ruggles Street off
West Main St. (Rt. 30) Westboro, MA

From the North:
Take Rt. 495 South to Rt. 9 West (Exit 23B). Turn left onto Lyman St.,
then right onto East Main St. (Rt. 30). Proceed west on Rt. 30 about ¾
mile, At the rotary, go straight thru onto West Main St. (Rt. 30). Very shortly,
turn left onto Ruggles Street. The Parish
Center and parking lot are on the right behind the church.

From the South: *Take Rt. 495 North to Rt. 9 West (Exit 23B).
Follow the above directions to the church from there.

From the West (Worcester area): Take Rt.

290 to Shrewsbury St. (Exit 15). Follow Shrewsbury St. about 1.3 miles
to Rt. 9 East. Stay on Rt. 9 East about 6.3 miles to Milk St. (Rt.135).
Stay on Milk St. a bit less than a mile, and then turn right onto Fisher St. Go
to W. Main St. and turn left onto Ruggles Street.



Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

10/02/2009 09:15 am  "What HR Recruiters Want You To Know"

WIND EAST MEETING:
Friday, Oct. 2, 2009

PRESENTATION TOPIC:
“What HR Recruiters Want You To Know" with Gail Birger, Career Consultant

AGENDA:
9:15-9:45am - Informal Networking
9:45-10:45am – New Member Intros, Needs, Leads
10:45-11:15am – Networking
11:15-12noon - PRESENTATION

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members.
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!

11:15am-12noon - PRESENTATION: "What HR Recruiters Want You To Know"

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
Does this sound familiar? You’ve applied online for a job. Time passes, no
acknowledgement of receiving your resume, no calls, and then, through
networking, you hear about someone who got an interview for that job,
ultimately met with the hiring manager, and will soon get an offer. What
happened? Was the person who got called just lucky? What do you need to do to
increase your chances of getting the HR recruiter to call you? I attended a
career counselors meeting where a panel of HR recruiters from several large and
well-known companies revealed their perspectives on job search and job seekers
concerns. Following are some of the issues they addressed and we will discuss:

* Your resume, what recruiters want to see

* Who recruiters will call in for an interview and why

* One question HR recruiters will never answer

* One question they will always ask

* Cover letters, do they read them?

* Recommendations for mature workers

* Which job boards and social networks recruiters use to
look for candidates

* Job fairs, are they worth your time?

Hit the ground running and arm yourself with the information you'll need to
know to put your job search on the right track. Hope to see everyone at WIND
EAST on Friday, Oct. 2, 2009!

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career management consultant with Birger & Associates. She has
more than a decade of experience helping professionals who are in career
transition and need help with resume writing, interviewing, salary negotiation
and networking. She also advises professionals who are currently employed and
have issues with work performance and navigation of workplace politics. Gail
facilitates the WIND East and WIND West networking groups for professionals and
is a frequent presenter and workshop leader who speaks on career management
topics including: assertive communication, acing the interview, managing your
boss, and small talk. She holds an MBA from Simmons School of Management and an
MEd from Northeastern University. Check her new web site:
www.birgerandassociates.com.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets on the first and third Friday of each month at St. John’s
United Methodist Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two
blocks north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking
lot and on the Starbuck’s side of Mt. Auburn Street.

Cheers,
Gail Birger,
Career Consultant and WIND Facilitator
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

10/01/2009 08:30 am  Improving Interview Performance Using Organizational Message Techniques

WIND SOUTH Meeting Announcement - Thursday, October 1, 2009, 8:30 am - 12 noon
Presentation: "Improving Interview Performance Using Organizational Message
Techniques"

QUOTE: "The successful man will profit from his mistakes and try again in a
different way." Dale Carnegie

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT

8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in Room 103 following their agenda

11: 15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: Improving Interview Performance Using
Organizational Message Techniques

There's not much "new under the sun" in the career field. There are certain
tried and true principles that help most job seekers land a job when they are
utilized. Among them are: Know your value and be able to articulate it.;Talk
about meeting an employer's needs; Network into the hidden job market; Prepare
outstanding marketing documents, e.g., resumes, profile sheets accomplishment
stories; Research companies; Target your job search and interview well.

However, every once in a while something new does come along that opens minds
and when executed, helps job seekers improve on their job getting abilities.
Today, you will learn about one such break through - the Organizational Method
Interview Technique.

This new approach was developed by Jay Block, a prominent career consultant.
When I first became acquainted with it, I realized immediately that this method
would help people dramatically improve on their interview performance because it
helps job seekers in three key ways. It helps you prioritize, organize and
prepare for an interview unlike any other system I have ever seen.

This technique begins by requiring that a job seeker identify that one thing
that makes you an ideal candidate for a particular job.
Then it helps you organize and communicate your message to an employer in a very
powerful way. This organizational message technique is new and its challenging.
But it's challenges will result in you delivering a more powerful interview
presentation and receiving more frequent offers of positions. If you want to
improve your interviewing technique, you will definitely want to attend today's
session.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services -
For Career Services call 617-325-4521 or go to: www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to the new WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

09/25/2009 09:15 am  "Will You Be A Good Fit For The Organization?"

WIND EAST MEETING:
Friday, September 25, 2009

PRESENTATION:
“Will You Be A Good Fit For The Organization?
with Gail Birger, Career Consultant and WIND Facilitator.

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am - Informal Networking
9:45am-10:50am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs and Leads
10:50am-11:15am – Networking with members
11:15-12noon - PRESENTATION

$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members Coffee and refreshments.
Everyone's welcome!

PRESENTATION AT 11:15am: “Will You Be A Good Fit For The Organization?”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
You get hired for 3 reasons: You have the right skills for the job, you show
that you have the desire to do the job, and you “fit” into the organization.
The concept of fit is one of the most subjective of the variables that
determine whether or not you will be hired. By the time you’re called in for an
interview, the interviewer already has a good idea from your cover letter and
resume that you have the necessary skills and desire to do the work. However,
the face to face interview will help the interviewer decide if you fit in. If
you want the job, what can you do to convey that you are a good fit?
Presentation Takeaways:
** Find out which hiring factors you have some control over
** Learn what you can do immediately to improve your image
** Learn appropriate answers to stress questions
** Find out the hidden meaning behind the interviewer’s questions
** Develop a list of practical things you can do to increase your
chances of getting hired

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger, principal consultant for Birger & Associates, is a career
management consultant who works with professionals who need help with resume
and cover letter writing, interviewing skills, networking, and salary
negotiation. She also works with employed professionals who want help with on-
the-job issues and work place politics. Gail is a facilitator for the WIND
networking organization, teaches career related courses at Brookline, Newton,
and Arlington adult education centers, and delivers presentations on career
management to corporations and universities. She holds an MBA from Simmons
School of Management. Check out her new web site: www.birgerandassociates.com.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets on the first and third Friday of each month at St. John’s
United Methodist Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two
blocks north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking
lot and on the Starbuck’s side of Mt. Auburn Street.

I’m looking forward to seeing everyone!
Cheers,
Gail Birger,
Career Consultant,
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

09/23/2009 01:30 pm  Workshop: "Pro Networking With Practice"

Skilled and diligent networking is essential for job-seeking professionals in
this economy. Fall is a great time to focus on networking, since people are more
focused on business and professional issues such as recruiting and staffing.

However, most people have not been trained in the fine points and may be rusty
as well.

This workshop is meant for such job-seekers. It has been refined several times
over the years to meet the needs of such people and will boost your networking
power many-fold.


ABOUT THE WORKSHOP:

CONTENT

- standard tactics and strategies for successful networking
(both one-on-one informational meetings and at "schmoozing" at events.

- Using LinkedIn as a great tool to augment and accelerate (NEVER to
replace!) your person-to-person and events-based networking.

Woven into these presentations and discussions will be brief practice
sessions, in which we'll do role-playing and analyze "what-if?"
scenarios to cover tough situations the group brings up, such as

-- Seeing someone's profile on LinkedIn but having no first or 2nd-level
connections to the person
-- Leveraging your LinkedIn contacts
-- Telephoning or e-mailing someone you don’t know to set up an informational
meeting
-- Dealing with a tough, protective gatekeeper
-- Asking for information or contacts without putting the other person on the spot
-- Asking for referrals and dealing with someone who can't think of anyone or
who puts you off
-- Meeting someone at an event, then being interrupted
-- Approaching someone you saw at a previous event but didn't get a chance even
to exchange business cards.

You'll also come away with many networking tips and tactics,including
-- How to follow up and enrich your network
--Organizing the ever-increasing amount of information/contacts you'll get as
you network
-- How to use networking to bypass HR completely!
-- How to "work" a professional event most productively

If your networking is not producing results, this workshop is for you.
This is the PERFECT time to increase your networking power.

The Presenter:

Fred Nothnagel, Executive Director of WIND and a Career Consultant with 14 years
experience helping more than 800 professionals reach their career goals. He
developed the original version of this workshop in 1996 and has delivered
upgraded and refined versions more than 20 times since then.

Mr. Nothnagel's broad background as an Engineering Manager for 12 years,
following stints in production supervision and non-profit work, informs his
practice and allows him to provide effective strategies and tactics to
professionals in a wide variety of fields. Mr. Nothnagel holds a B.A. in
Physics from Brown University and an MBA in Information Systems from Babson College.

******************************************
DETAILS:

When: 1:30-4:30pm Wednesday, Sept. 23

Where: Room 1-5, Wilmington United Methodist Church,

Rt.62 (midway between Rt.38 and Wilmington H.S.)

Cost: $40 if pre-registered by 5:00pm Tuesday Sept. 22; $45 otherwise

To Pre-register: e-mail frednothnagel@yahoo.com

*******************************************

Questions about this workshop, about WIND or your own search?
Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND and Private Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel at yahoo.com

09/23/2009 09:00 am  Obtaining Your Next Job: A View from Both Sides of the Desk

At WIND North on Sept. 23, we'll welcome Ric Feldt, a longtime friend and former
colleague of mine, who will share his insights on the job search from "both
sides of the desk." I've always found him to be a results-oriented, keenly
analytical straight shooter with a heart.

He, like all of us at WIND, has gone through career transitions. As an
Executive Recruiter with a long background in industry, he brings a unique
perspective on the search process and the job market.

****************
The Program:

Mr. Feldt's presentation will cover four areas that come up frequently at WIND
meetings:

· How to work with recruiters

· What factors are used to assess candidates?

· Job Search Dos and Don’ts

· Crucial information sources

There will be ample time for Q&A.

The Presenter:

Ric Feldt is an Executive Recruiter for JEFF SMITH & ASSOCIATES, INC., an
Executive Search and Technical Recruiting firm recruiting at all levels of
management, sales and technical professions for companies spanning the
Filtration, Separations, Water & Wastewater Treatment; and Biologic,
Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences industries across North America.

With a BS in Chemical Engineering and MS in Engineering Management, Ric spent
the majority of his career as an engineering/operations/project manager
supporting the development and manufacturing of filtration products, water
systems, biologic and pharmaceutical products. At Millipore, he led the transfer
of membrane devices and water systems into manufacturing. When Millipore’s Water
Division was sold and became Ionpure Technologies, Ric led Ionpure’s
manufacturing startup. He then worked at several companies including Astrazeneca
and Millennium Pharmaceuticals gaining experience in drug discovery/development,
filling/packaging and contract manufacturing. Most recently he specialized in
process improvement and programs for Operational Excellence in R&D and
Manufacturing.

Don't miss Mr. Feldt's unique and highly informative perspective on your search
for a great career position!

***************************************************
WIND North Meeting details:

Time: 9:00 - noonish (come later if you can't make it by 9)
every Wednesday morning

Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62,
Wilmington, MA (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 Pre-meeting Open Networking
9:25 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note;
Member Good News; Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads;
Program
12:00-12:30 Adjourn

post-meeting: more time for networking

Your investment: $20 for first-time attendees; $10 for returning active members.
*******************************************************
Questions about WIND or about your career?

Contact:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND and Private Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

09/23/2009 08:30 am  Developing a Web Presence Using LinkedIn with Joseph Mullin

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT -
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: "Developing a Web Presence Using LinkedIn" with
Joseph Mullin

Everybody has heard of LInkledIn, most WIND members have already joined it, and
it holds great potential for job hunters who want to network into their next
prospective
company. But when it comes to actually using LinkedIn, and knowing how to
maximize it's usefulness to job seekers, most WIND members
have a long way to go. The fact of the matter is that LinkedIn has several
"bells and whistles" that can truly help job hunters move their job search forward.
These additional tools require some tutoring to draw out their practical
application to the job search. Joseph Mullin has spent hours and hours mastering
LinkedIn's tools
so that you will be able to spare yourself endless hours in front of your
monitor. Come join us this Thursday as he explains how to maximize LinkedIn's
effectiveness for you,
Mr and Ms Job Seeker.

PRESENTER: Joseph Mullin, MBA, is currently a consultant at the GLC Council.
Prior to this he worked in Customer relations at
Pulte Homes of NE, and as a Senior Test Engineer at both DRS and Fibersense
Technology (Northrop Grumman). He is a graduate
of Northeaster University and the University of Phoenix. Joseph has contributed
in many volunteer capacities and enjoys sharing
his hard won knowledge with other WIND members.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to the new WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.

>From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

09/17/2009 08:30 am  Accessing Federal Employment Opportunities

WIND South Meeting Announcement
Thursday, September 17, 2009, 8:30 am - 12 noon
"Accessing Federal Employment Opportunities" with Frederic S Myerson


QUOTE: "Everything in your life is there as a vehicle for your transformation.
Use it!" — Ram Dass, Spiritual teacher and author

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT -
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: Accessing Federal Employment Opportunities"

Throughout 2009, governmental employment, especially on the federal level, has
been consistently growing while most other labor market
sectors have lost positions. Many WIND members have sought out federal
employment and many have benefited from the additional stimulus money that
was made available to career centers for training. But applying for federal
positions is no walk in the park. There is a fairly complicated process
to applying for jobs, a process not easily mastered by the uninitiated. It is
also important to note that federal positions can range from hands on work like
drivers and census takers to high level operations positions, policy analysts,
engineers and financial analysts, etc. There are literally 1000s of positions
and growing.

Today's presentation will deal with this process of applying for federal job
opportunities. The main focus will be on understanding the
challenging application process as a whole, clearing away the aura of mystery
surrounding Federal Job Openings, as well as,
"how to" information about creating a Federal Online Profile and Resume posting.

The presentation will run for an hour ending at 12: 15 pm. The presenter has
agreed to spend an additional half hour going over material
for those especially interested in applying for a federal position.

PRESENTER: Frederic S. Myerson, is a career staff member at the Quincy Career
Center and the Department of Workforce Development.
he has become an expert on this subject and presented this workshop to hundreds
of Massachusetts career seekers.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to the new WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.

>From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

09/15/2009 09:15 am  Book Review: "What Does Somebody Have To Do To Get A Job Around Here?"

WIND WEST MEETING:
Tuesday, September 15, 2009

PRESENTATION:
Book Review: "What Does Somebody Have To Do To Get A Job Around Here?"
with Gail Birger, Career Consultant and WIND Facilitator
 
MEETING AGENDA:
9:00am-9:30am - Informal Networking,
9:30am-10:30am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs and Leads,
10:30am-11:15am - Networking,
11:15am-12noon - Presentation

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members; Coffee and refreshments
provided

PRESENTATION, 11:15am:
Book Review: “What Does Somebody Have To Do To Get A Job Around Here?"

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
*Can you lie on your resume?
*What is the “boss” really thinking during your interview?
*Should you admit that you’ve been fired?
*Is there a “type” that always gets the job offer?
In her book, “What Does Somebody Have To Do To Get A Job Around Here?” Cynthia
Shapiro, a former human resources executive, offers insider answers to the
questions above and many others regarding the entire job search process. In an
insightful, edgy, and provocative style she reveals employers' best kept
secrets and explains what is really behind the questions they ask. Come to WIND
West on Tuesday, September 15, 2009 and gain a competitive edge by finding out
what many employers don’t want you to know.
 
PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career consultant with more than a decade of experience
helping professionals with their career search and transition, work strategies,
and work performance. Her experience in high tech business development, account
management, and marketing enables her to offer practical and proven approaches
to the challenges of career search and on the job performance. She is a
frequent presenter who speaks on career management topics including: assertive
communication, networking for success, fitting into the organization, and
managing your boss. Gail holds an MBA from Simmons School of Management. Check her new web site:
www.birgerandassociates.com.

LOCATION:
St. Luke’s Catholic Church Parish Center, One Ruggles Street (off of West Main
Street. West Main is Route 30), Westboro, MA.
 
As always, I'm looking forward to seeing everyone!
Cheers,
Gail Birger,
WIND Facilitator and Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

09/11/2009 09:15 am  Book Review: "What Does Somebody Have To Do To Get A Job Around Here?"

WIND EAST MEETING:
Friday, September 11, 2009

PRESENTATION:
Book Review: "What Does Somebody Have to Do To Get A Job Around Here?"
with Gail Birger, Career Consultant and WIND Facilitator

MEETING AGENDA:
9:00am-9:30am - Informal Networking,
9:30am-10:30am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs and Leads,
10:30am-11:15am - Networking,
11:15am-12noon - Presentation

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members;
Coffee and refreshments provided

PRESENTATION, 11:15am:
Book Review: “What Does Somebody Have To Do To Get A Job Around Here?"

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
*Can you lie on your resume?
*What is the “boss” really thinking during your interview?
*Should you admit that you’ve been fired?
*Is there a “type” that always gets the job offer?
In her book, “What Does Somebody Have To Do To Get A Job Around Here?” Cynthia
Shapiro, a former human resources executive, offers insider answers to the
questions above and many others regarding the entire job search process. In an
insightful, edgy, and provocative style she reveals employers' best kept
secrets and explains what is really behind the questions they ask. Come to WIND
East on Friday, September 11, 2009 and gain a competitive edge by finding out
what many employers don’t want you to know.

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career consultant with more than a decade of experience
helping professionals with their career search and transition, work strategies,
and work performance. Her experience in high tech business development, account
management, and marketing enables her to offer practical and proven approaches
to the challenges of career search and on-the-job performance. She is a
frequent presenter who speaks on career management topics including: assertive
communication, networking for success, fitting into the organization, and
managing your boss. Gail holds an MBA from Simmons School of Management. Check
her new web site:www.birgerandassociates.com.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets on the first and third Friday of each month at St. John's
United Methodist Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two
blocks north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking
lot and on the Starbuck's side of Mt. Auburn Street.

As always, I'm looking forward to seeing everyone!
Cheers,
Gail Birger,
WIND Facilitator and Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web; www.birgerandassociates.com

09/9/2009 11:00 am  "Target Questions to Flush Out Vital Employer Information"

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, September 10, 2009 (Directions below)

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm - WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.

WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.

COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:50 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:50 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC: "Target Questions to Ask Employers"

Interviewing isn't just about answering questions it is also about asking
questions. Employers expect you to ask questions (and they think there's
something wrong if you don't). Asking the right questions to company
interviewers can help you flush out vital information about their company's
needs and problems. With this information you can better position yourself as a
candidate because you will be able to draw upon those skills and experiences you
have that best fit the company's needs. In this presentation Larry Elle will
discuss five specific strategies to guide your questioning: "The Perfect
Candidate Strategy", "The Performance Improvement Strategy". "The Strategic
Objectives Technique", "The Key Problems and Challenges Strategy", and "The
Closing Strategy", including a new Target Question drawn from the sales trainer
Carl Harvey which will let you know where you stand with prospective employers.

If you master these sets of questions you will be able to dramatically improve
your standing in any interview. Interview coming up? Ask target questions and
you will discover the key to advancing yourself into the top tier of candidates.

PRESENTER: Larry Elle, MSW, Nationally Certified Career and Job Transition
Counselor, author and WIND Facilitator for over 10 years. Larry has helped
hundreds of job seekers improve their phone,networking and interviewing skills
leading to renewed employment.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

09/10/2009 08:30 am  Interview Practice With Professional Feedback

WIND South Meeting Announcement - Thursday, September 10, 2009, 8:30 am - 12
noon "Interview Practice with Professional Feedback"

QUOTE: "You are the only person who can use your abilities." anonymous

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT -
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: Interview Practice With Professional Feedback

Description: Wind members have requested that I schedule a morning session where
we practice answering tough interview questions
in small groups with our professional colleagues providing respectful feedback.
We will do this is small groups rather
than in twos because this allows one or two people to focus completely on the
interviewee's answers. Each listener will
have a feedback sheet to write down their suggestions and ideas for improvement
as well as to mention the interviewer's strengths.

The Process: Each interviewee will answer three or four questions: one general
question and two or three more challenging questions including
at least one behavioral question. Questions will be taken from a list of common
interview questions and be provided to each interviewer.
Each member of the group of four will take turns playing each role [interviewee,
interviewer, and evaluators]. Evaluators will listen for the
quality of content and make suggestions where necessary, and also taking note
of body language and how things are said.
Each listener will write down and provide verbal feedback and pass this along to
the interviewee so they know where they need to improve.

Take Aways:

* Practice time answering tough interview questions to improve your
performance during an actual interview
* Helpful feedback regarding your interview strengths and areas to improve
* Experience handling general, behavioral and where relevant, managerial
interview questions
* Knowledge about where you need to improve your interview skills

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to the new WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

09/03/2009 08:30 am  "From Pessimism to Empowerment: Practical Steps to Build Job Search Success and Raise Hope"

WIND South Meeting Announcement - Thursday, September 3, 2009, 8:30 am - 12 noon
"From Pessimism to Empowerment: Practical Steps to Build Job Search Success and
Raise Hope"

QUOTE: "You are not here merely to make a living. You are here in order to
enable the world to live more amply, with greater vision, with a finer spirit of
hope and achievement. You are here to enrich the world, and you impoverish yourself if you forget the errand." - Woodrow Wilson

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT -
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: "From Pessimism to Empowerment: Practical Steps
to Build Job Search Success and Raise Hope"

The job search is challenging not just because it is very difficult to find work
but also because it poses a major life question many people want to avoid: How
will you proceed with your career, and in a larger sense, how will you lead the
rest of your life? Choices must be made that you haven't thought about or
perhaps prepared yourself to decide.

In addition to this more existential question there is the challenge of deciding
upon what practical job search steps to pursue that will take you from
joblessness to employment

Today's presentation will begin by discussing this larger life question and then
move to an outline of the key practical steps every job seeker must take in
today's very tough job search. I will cover the "usual" steps such as creating
powerful resumes and beginning to network, along with new steps designed to
prepare you for a 21st Century job search. As Joyce Lain Kennedy said: "You
can't count on getting today's jobs with yesterday's search techniques." Along
the way I'll include a brief discussion of the building blocks for "hope" and
present six reasons why hope for success in landing a job is justified even in
this most brutal of job markets.

This will be an unusual presentation, starting with the existential and
proceeding to practical concrete steps you need to take if you want to land. But
it is one which will give you a path to follow and an expanded hope for success.

PRESENTER: Larry Elle, a nationally certified career and job transition coach, and a WIND Facilitator for over 10 years, has helped hundreds of people move their career forward, helping clients find a direction and landing work that suits their special strengths, skills and interests. See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to the new WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.

>From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

09/02/2009 09:00 am  "Are You Ready for the Fall (Job) Hunting Season?"

Labor Day's almost here and with it the start of the 2nd strongest corporate
hiring season of the year. Everyone will be back from vacation, interviewing
accelerates and many hiring managers want to fill out their staffs before they
need to rejustify their requisitions at budget time.

How prepared are you to take advantage of this season?

Find out at this week's WIND North meeting and get many pointers that will help
you get key advantages over your competition.

We'll overview lots of ground -

* Identifying the most marketable configurations of your Value Proposition
* Understanding your market
* Sharpening your marketing communications (resume, letters, success stories,
interviewing skills and more)
* Using the 4 basic marketing channels efficiently and effectively
* Organizing your search "database"
* Planning and scheduling your search activities

Naturally, time prohibits extensive coverage of any of the above areas, but
you'll come away with ways of assessing your own readiness to do a balanced,
effective search that will leave competitors in the dust.
**********************
WIND North Meeting details:

Time: 9:00 - noonish (come later if you can't make it by 9)
every Wednesday morning
Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62,
Wilmington, MA (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00 Pre-meeting Open Networking
9:20 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of
Note; Member Good News; Personal Introductions; Needs
and Leads; Program
noon -12:30 Adjourn

post-meeting: More time for networking
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Questions about WIND or your search for a career-enhancing job?
Contact:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND and Private Career Consultant/Coach
frednothnagel@yahoo.com
978-501-4854

09/01/2009 09:00 am  Using a Job Search Strategy: Gaining Results in the Tough Job Search

Using a Job Search Strategy: Gaining Results in the Tough Job Search

Successful business ventures nearly always have planning as a key contributor to
their successes. This holds for start-ups (which must present business plans to
gain funding), companies changing their businesses directions, and successful
mature firms as they continue to grow and prosper.

The same thinking can, and should, be applied to the job search. Indeed, most
career coaches and outplacement firms have their clients develop a simple
marketing plan. When in a job search, especially a tough one, an
executive/professional-level job seeker can benefit greatly be applying key
business tools such as business or strategic planning.

This presentation will cover a simple, and straight-forward, seven-step process
for developing and deploying a job search strategic plan. The resulting plan
will be based on the specific needs, opportunities, capabilities, and challenges
of the individual-in-transition. Although the planning process and the
resulting plan will focus on what needs to be done to gain more, highly
promising interviews (usually the most challenging part of a job search), the
process itself will also help prepare you for better interview performance. The
presentation includes an overview of a real job search strategy developed using
this process.

Presenter: Eric Ross is often acknowledged as New England’s master networker.
An industrial executive who has held several Vice President and C-level
positions, he has successfully applied networking as a major element of his job
search strategy and outreach. A former Air Force officer, Eric’s strategic
planning approach led to a commitment of over $1 billion to the USAF
Computer-Aided Logistics Support program. Similarly, his strategic changes to
the USAF Industrial Base Program led to major improvements in this high-leverage
investment program and the creation of a Department of Defense-wide industrial
modernization incentives initiative. His balanced approach to achieving
short-term gains while planning and deploying long-term strategic improvement
has enabled major performance gains (profitability and growth) for his various
post-military service employers.
See you at WIND!
Larry Elle

08/27/2009 08:30 am  Plan B: Job Alternatives to Generate Income While Job Hunting

WIND South Meeting Announcement - Thursday, August 27, 2009, 8:30 am - 12 noon
"Plan B: Job Alternatives to Generate Income While Job Hunting"

QUOTE: "Prosperity belongs to those who learn new things the fastest." — Paul
Zane Pilzer Economist, entrepreneur, and author



WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT -
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: Plan B - Job Alternatives to Generate Income in
a Slow Economy"

Lets face it, it takes some time to find work today and for many people it is a
full time job. But some folks, perhaps yourself, work better when you have more
structure in your life and when financial anxieties are being addressed. If you
fall into this category you will benefit immensely from todays discussion of
available work opportunities that are generally part time and that are seen as
"bridge jobs" not career possibilities, save for those job seekers considering
consulting or starting home based businesses.

The advantage of bridge jobs are that they provide important benefits which will
be outlined, and the benefits often far outweigh the downside of having less
immediate time to job hunt. Mark Swetland, a WIND South member and Sales and
Realty Executive, will outline several job opportunities WIND members are
currently working in while continuing their job search. He will provide
information on how to apply, the income opportunities and the costs involved.
Below are some of the job opportunities

Consulting
Work From Home
Teaching
Real Estate
Government Jobs

Audience members are encouraged to ask lots of questions and to share their own
part-time work experiences while job hunting.

PRESENTER: Mark Swetland, is a Senior Executive who has worked in sales and in
real estate. He has experience as a part-time employee and job seeker and has
talked to other WIND members about their shared experience working and job hunting.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to the new WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

08/20/2009 08:30 am  The Real Scoop: An HR Pro Explains The Hiring Process

WIND South Meeting Announcement - Thursday, August 20, 2009, "The Real Scoop: An
HR Pro Explains The Hiring Process" -8:30 am - 12 noon

8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

11: 15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: "The Real Scoop: An HR Pro Explains The Hiring
Process"
Do you want a verbal picture of a messy reality? Do you want to hear an
exposition on how to survive the major and minor land mines Human Resources will
plant in your way when interviewing? Do you want your information straight up?
No spritzers, no chasers, no on the rocks to soften the news?

If so, you'll gain very valuable inside information from the former director of
Human Resources at Samsonite, John Thomas. John promises not to mince words,
telling it just as he experienced it working the other side of the interview
process. You'll learn how HR departments go about their hiring decisions and
leave sober and educated. You'll be better able to survive the next interview
and maybe even manage to come out on top!

PRESENTER: John Thomas was Director of Human Resources at the Samsonite
Corporation in Rhode Island. He is also a fWIND member and knows what it's like
being on both sides of the hiring process. He has just landed a new position as
Vice President of Human Resources at a company to be announced.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521,

Directions to the new WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.
From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

08/13/2009 08:30 am  Recession Proof Your Resume: How To Create An Extraordinary Resume For Extraordinary Times

WIND South Meeting Announcement - Thursday, August 13, 2009, 8:30 am - 12 noon
"Recession Proof Your Resume: How To Create An Extraordinary Resume For
Extraordinary Times"

QUOTE: "People don't succeed by migrating to a "hot" industry or by adopting a
particular career-guiding mantra. They thrive by focusing on the question of who
they really are, and connecting that to the work they truly love. The
choice isn't about a career search so much as an identity quest."
Po Bronson, What Should I Do With My Life

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT -
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: Recession-Proof Your Resume: How to Create An
Extraordinary Resume for Extraordinary Times

When you last updated your resume, come on, tell the truth: did you start by
digging up the old one you had and paste in the latest job, and leave it at
that? Today, that won't work. It won't land you interviews.

Why do your resume the same old way? This session focuses on resumes that work
TODAY, in this stressed economy. Private career coach Joanne Meehl will describe
how employers measure your true value to them as they review your resume. She
will compare samples of resumes that don't hit the mark with some that DO.
Topics We'll be covering are:

- What makes a good resume in this economy? How can you be more competitive?

- How do you distinguish your resume from the piles of others in company databases?

- How do you show your value in your resume?

You'll leave this session with new knowledge:

- How to take your resume from "ordinary" to "extraordinary"

- How to be truly competitive

- How to make your resume come alive and be "YOU on paper"

- How to avoid the same old thing so that YOU are excited about using your resume

PRESENTER: Joanne Meehl, will lead this highly interactive session. Nicknamed
"The Resume Queen" and "The Job Search Queen", Joanne is a career choice and job
search coach who works with mid-level and senior-level professionals. For years
she had her career coaching business in Westborough, then moved to Minneapolis
in 2008, where she works with clients there and thanks to technology still works
with clients in Massachusetts. She's back for a rare appearance. She'll be
bringing her books about career search which will be available for a reduced
price of $10 each. Don't miss this special session -- you'll laugh, you'll
learn, and you'll be energized.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to the new WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

08/12/2009 11:00 am  How Interviewers Are Trained and How You Can Benefit From Their Training

WIND Boston Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, August 12, 2009 (Directions below)

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm. WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.
WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.
COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

QUOTE: "Networking is not part of your job search - networking IS your job
search." Ford Myers
MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:50 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:50 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

MEETING TOPIC:

Today's Topic: Interviewer Secrets: How Interviewers Are Trained And How You Can
Benefit From Their Training

What if you knew the topics and possible questions you would be asked on an
interview? Do you think this would help you?

You bet it would. That's why I developed a special Interview Template which
outlines the topics, questions and interviewer goals that you will encounter on
an interview. This template was developed from a reading of "The Unofficial
Guide To Hiring and Firing", and "Hiring The Best" by Martin Yate (of the Knock
'em Dead series), where he trains interviewers in how to conduct an interview
that will produce a great candidate. His information is combined with
information about Behavioral Interviewing and other interview methodologies in
order to inform you - before the interview - of what to expect and how to prepare.

As an added bonus, also included is a special section on questions most often
asked of prospective managers. Managerial positions are clearly different from
individual contributor positions and many WIND members will benefit from
learning the key questions they can expect in a well designed interview keyed to
managers.

You will treasure the information you gain from this presentation because it
will prepare you to be at your best when it counts the most, when an important
interview is on the line.

PRESENTER: Larry Elle, a nationally certified career and job transition coach,
and a WIND Facilitator for over 10 years, has helped hundreds of people move
their career forward, helping clients find a direction and landing work that
suits their special strengths, skills and interests.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle

DIRECTIONS

WIND/Boston meets in the very heart of Boston at The Paulist Center, 5 Park
Street, just a few steps from the Park Street T Station. It meets on the 2nd and
4th Wednesdays of every month from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm. Cost is $10.00 per
meeting. Coffee, Tea, cookies, etc. provided.

Take the Red or Green Lines to Park Street Station, or the Blue or Orange Lines
to Downtown Crossing T Station and connect to Red line or walk up Winter Street
to Park St. Parking is available at meters for $.25 for 15 minutes (bring lots
of quarters) and $22.00 in the Boston Common Underground garage parking.

08/11/2009 09:15 am  "Helping Job Hunters Navigate Their Health Insurance Options"

WIND WEST MEETING:
Tuesday, August 11, 2009

PRESENTATION TOPIC:
“Helping Job Hunters Navigate Their Health Insurance Options", with David
Pomeranz, Health Insurance Advisor

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am - Informal Networking
9:45am-10:45am – New Member Intros, Needs, Leads
10:45am- 11:10am – Networking with members
11:15am-12noon - PRESENTATION

COST:
$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members.
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!
 
PRESENTATION, 11:15am-12noon:
“Helping Job Hunters Navigate Their Health Insurance Options”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
All of us should have health insurance; in fact, the state requires it. Some of
us cannot afford health insurance. Some of us have subsidized health insurance
and the subsidies are about to run out. But all of us need to know what our
options are.
Presentation Takeaways:
* Most of us know that the federal COBRA program allows for continuity in
your former employer’s health insurance benefits; what are the exceptions?
* What federal and state COBRA subsidies are available?
* What is the Massachusetts Health Connector and what are the differences
between Commonwealth Choice and Commonwealth Care?
* State programs have income eligibility requirements; what are they? Many
also require a “Medical Benefit Request”; what is it?
* What are the appropriate websites and telephone numbers in order to get
more information?

PRESENTER:
David Pomeranz, Health Insurance Advisor, has made presentations on
individuals’ health insurance options to over 500 people and appeared on the
cable television show, “Your Health Care: Choice or Chance?” Most recently he
spoke, along with U.S. Congressmen Barney Frank and Mike Capuano, on the impact
of the 2006 Massachusetts Health Reform Law on individuals’ health insurance.
David can be reached at masshealthins@aol.com

LOCATION:
WIND West meetings take place at St. Luke's Catholic Church Parish Center, One
Ruggles Street, Westboro, MA. Ruggles Street is off of West Main Street. West
Main is Route 30.

CHEERS,
Gail Birger,
WIND Facilitator and Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com

08/07/2009 09:15 am  "STUCK?"

WIND EAST MEETING:
August 7, 2009

PRESENTATION:
“STUCK?”
with Gail Birger, Career Consultant and WIND Facilitator.

AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am - Informal Networking
9:45am-10:50am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs and Leads
10:50am-11:15am – Networking with members
11:15-12noon - PRESENTATION

$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!

PRESENTATION AT 11:15am: “STUCK?”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
When you think about your job search, previous jobs, and your career, do you,
at times, doubt yourself, feel uncertain, frustrated about not having more
prospects? Maybe you’re stuck. In his book, “Getting Unstuck: How Dead Ends
Become New Paths”, Dr. Tim Butler, Director of Career Development Programs at
the Harvard Business School, says it’s OK to feel stuck, to have doubts, to
ask, “what’s going on?”, to be at an impasse. According to Butler, impasse is
a “difficult dark time” that gives you an important message - - Wake Up, Make
Changes, Move On. Once you realize change is necessary, you have to get
past “two watchdogs that guard the gates of opportunity - - self-doubt and well-
meaning naysayers”. One way to get past those obstacles is to become keenly
aware of: what you know, your skills, what you have to offer, what is missing,
and what new information you need. So, get energized, keep an open mind, and
come to WIND EAST on Friday, August 7, 2009. Through discussion we’ll generate
some out-of-the box thinking, recognize new opportunities, and decide on a
couple of next steps.


PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career consultant who works with professionals who are in
career transition and need help with resume and cover letter writing,
interviewing skills, networking, and salary negotiation. Her extensive high
tech corporate business experience enables her to work pragmatically not only
with unemployed professionals, but also with employed professionals who need
help with job performance, managing the boss, and navigating work place
politics. Gail is a facilitator for the WIND networking organization, teaches
career related courses at Brookline, Newton, and Arlington adult education
centers, and delivers presentations on career management to corporations and
universities. In 2006 she was prominently featured in the Boston Sunday Globe
article, "Find the Right Job in '06" and in February 2009 Gail and the WIND
East career networking group were featured in the Watertown TAB. Gail holds an
MBA from Simmons School of Management and an MEd from Northeastern University.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets on the first and third Friday of each month at St. John’s
United Methodist Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two
blocks north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking
lot and on the Starbuck’s side of Mt. Auburn Street.

Don’t miss this presentation. I’m looking forward to seeing everyone!
Cheers,
Gail Birger,
Career Consultant,
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com
Email: gailb@gis.net

08/06/2009 08:30 am  Social Media For Newbies

WIND South Meeting Announcement - Thursday, August 6, 2009, 8:30 am - 12 noon
"Social Media For Newbies"

QUOTE: "Herein lies the tragedy of the age: not that there are good men...not
that there are wicked men...but that men know so little about each other."
W.E.B. Dubois

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT -
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: "Social Media For Newbies"

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION: Your friends are all on Facebook and Twitter. Many of
your business acquaintances are on LinkedIn or Plaxo. You're
thinking you should be there too. But it seems like so much work! Just how to
keep track of all these sites is daunting.
Which first? What do I do?

You've heard that LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter can help you get a job. Some
jobs even list experience with social media as a requirement. But
you've heard you can shoot down your chances for some jobs if you post the wrong
thing and HR finds it. What's the protocol for using these sites? How
can you protect yourself and still use them to advantage? Jonathan Spencer has
been a web "guru" for over 10 years. When LinkedIn,
Facebook and Twitter came along, he dove in with the others and experimented. He
learned to swim. Now he will share some of that experience
with you.

PRESENTATION TAKEAWAYS:
*How to get started on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter
*How to avoid the most deadly hazards
*Learn the different ways to use LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to
take advantage of the strengths and weaknesses of each
*How to use social media to help your job search

PRESENTER: Jonathan Spencer is the owner of CyberArtisans Web Developers, a
Brighton, MA firm that builds, maintains, and repairs websites for small and
medium-sized businesses. He also consults on web commerce, search engine
optimization, and social media. He started building websites for Digital
Equipment Corporation in 1997, when the only browser was Netscape and the only
text color was black. As the web becomes more capable, Jonathan's
skills develop with it, assuring clients a web professional who is constantly
upgrading his knowledge and willing to talk with his clients
about options and best practices. CyberArtisans serves clients from Boston to
Beijing.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to the new WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton, MA.

>From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

08/05/2009 01:30 pm  "Beating the Age Rap"

The vexing issue of ageism in hiring poses difficulties for job-seekers as young
as 40, in advertising, TV, and technical fields, and for 50+ -year-olds almost
universally. Since such age discrimination is extremely hard to prove, it
persists despite being outlawed.

In view of this situation, job seekers in this demographic must understand its
nature and prepare to deal with it.

The most important question is:

"What can I do to overcome ageism so they'll hire me?"
(for a job in my field, not retail sales!)

The good news is that you can fight ageism, often neutralize it completely, by
understanding

- why it exists (i.e. what are the stereotypes of mature workers),
- how to read the signals and anticipate the stereotypes, and
- how to use Pre-emptive Positioning to show that they don't apply to you.

This highly interactive workshop will give you that understanding and those
skills, so that you can "beat the rap" and land the job.

You'll learn:

- the hidden concerns and fears behind the stereotypes
- how to determine which ones they may have of you even before you talk with them
- the tactics, techniques and behaviors you can use to
undermine and destroy the impression that you are "one of those old people."

You'll PRACTICE in simulated situations actual techniques and communications
you'll use in your search.

The Presenter:

As Executive Director of WIND for 14 years with even longer experience as a
professional Career Consultant and Coach, Fred Nothnagel has helped hundreds of
"mature professionals" overcome the age stereotypes. He has presented this
workshop twice to great acclaim through WIND and as an invited speaker to the
Boston chapter of the Career Resource Management Association, a nationwide
organization of college Career Services professionals.

****************************
WORKSHOP DETAILS:

When: 1:30-4:30pm Wednesday, August 5
Where: Wilmington Untied Methodist Church (home of WIND North)
87 Church St. (Rt. 62), Wilmington, MA
Cost: $40 if pre-registered by 5:000pm Tuesday Aug. 4;
$45 otherwise
Preparation: Just bring your concerns, questions, situations you've faced or
anticipate

TO PRE-REGISTER: e-mail frednothnagel@yahoo.com

***************************************************

DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR SEARCH FOR A SOLID CAREER-ENHANCING POSITION?
CONTACT:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND and Private Career Coach/Consultant
978-501-4854
frednothnagel@yahoo.com

08/04/2009 09:00 am  Mastering The Networking Phone Call

WIND West Meeting Announcement, Tuesday, August 4, 2009 - Mastering The
Networking Phone Call

AGENDA:
9:00 - 9:15 am - Informal Networking
9:15-9:45 - Good News, New Member Intros, Announcements, needs and Leads
9:45-11:10 - Networking tables
11:55-noon - Speaker Presentation (see below)

$20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning members
Coffee and refreshments. Everyone's welcome!

11:15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: Mastering The Networking Phone Call

Most job seekers need to bolster key job search skills. First and foremost among
these are their networking skills. The networking phone call
is a particularly challenging skill primarily because most of us have little
experience in making such calls and we bring along a set of negative expectations
about how well our calls will be received.

The best way to overcome such hesitations and to build your phone skills and
confidence is by practicing this skill.
At today's meeting we will do just that. Working from prepared scripts each
person will have a chance to "call" prospective
networking contacts such as:

* WIND members working at target companies;
* former colleagues;
* a networking contact when you have a referral to them;
* a networking contact when there is an opening at a company
* a call when you are unable to set up a face-to-face meeting

They say practice makes perfect. Well that's a stretch. Let's say, practice
makes for improvement and today's exercise will give you the confidence to start
setting up networking phone conferences or meetings. It's time to seize the day,
or should I say seize the phone and start networking. As a bonus, each person
will be able to take home a copy of the practice scripts which they can use as a
model or revise to fit their own speaking style.

Presenter: Larry Elle, Director of Success Associates Career Services and WIND
Facilitator, has developed these scripts, practiced them with WIND members and
clients and they work.

See you at WIND!

Larry Elle


DIRECTIONS to WIND West

WIND/West: 9:00 am -12:00 pm, The 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month
at St. Luke’s Catholic Church, Parish Center, 1 Ruggles Street off
West Main St. (Rt. 30) Westboro, MA

From the North:
Take Rt. 495 South to Rt. 9 West (Exit 23B). Turn left onto Lyman St.,
then right onto East Main St. (Rt. 30). Proceed west on Rt. 30 about ¾
mile, At the rotary, go straight thru onto West Main St. (Rt. 30). Very shortly,
turn left onto Ruggles Street. The Parish
Center and parking lot are on the right behind the church.

From the South: *Take Rt. 495 North to Rt. 9 West (Exit 23B).
Follow the above directions to the church from there.

From the West (Worcester area): Take Rt. 290 to Shrewsbury St. (Exit 15). Follow
Shrewsbury St. about 1.3 miles
to Rt. 9 East. Stay on Rt. 9 East about 6.3 miles to Milk St. (Rt.135).
Stay on Milk St. a bit less than a mile, and then turn right onto Fisher St. Go
to W. Main St. and turn left onto Ruggles Street.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

07/30/2009 08:30 am  References: Deal maker or Deal Breaker

WIND South Meeting Announcement - Thursday, July 30, 2009, 8:30 am - 12 noon
"References: Deal Maker or Deal Breaker"

QUOTE: "There are no such things as divine, immutable or inalienable rights.
Rights are things we get when we are strong enough to make good our claim on
them." Helen Keller

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT -
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal and formal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge and Room 203.
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Library room following
their agenda

Today's Topic: "References: Deal Maker or Deal Breaker"

References are an often neglected area of the job search but one crucial to both
getting hired (as anyone who has ever heard a really positive, informed and
enthusiastic recommendation will testify), but also helpful in getting
interviews and callbacks from first interviews. References are also helpful in
securing networking meetings and interviews. They can also put you over the top
and help seal the deal with a prospective employer, provided you help your
reference person help you.

Larry Elle, a Nationally Certified Career and Job Transition Coach, will cover
the following areas in his presentation:
1. Attributes of good references,
2. Sources for references (they can go way beyond your immediate supervisors)
4. What information to provide your references
5. A Professional Reference Summary
6. Sample Reference Questions employers are likely to ask references
7. What to do when you have poor references
8. How to ensure your reference says the right thing
9. Reference Thank you's.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator
Director of Career Services
Success Associates Career Services - 617-325-4521
www.careersuccessassociates.com

Directions to the new WIND SOUTH location at Trinity Episcopal Church, Canton,
MA, starting June 2008.

>From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill
River Road. Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

OR

To avoid the occasional traffic jam-ups where 95 enters 93/128-95, some WIND
members suggest exiting route I-95 N at exit 8 (Sharon/Foxboro). Turn right off
the exit onto Main Street, Sharon. Take Main Street to Sharon Center. Go
straight through the Center onto route 27 South. Continue on route 27 until it
intersects route 138. Turn left onto 138 heading north. Drive past the 128/93
intersection and go to the first traffic light at Blue Hill River Road. Turn
right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

OR: Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95.
Then follow General Directions, below.

>From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

>From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B). The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

07/29/2009 09:00 am  Increase Your 'R' (Resilience) Factor!

Resilience - the ability to bounce back - is a hallmark of every successful
athlete, politician, entrepreneur, and inventor. Some have said that it's one of
America's distinguishing traits. It certainly is a tremendous advantage in a
tough job market.

At WIND North this Wednesday, you'll learn the 7 "Rs" of Resilience and how to
apply them to keep up your job search momentum and build ongoing Career
Resilience. You'll gauge your own "R" level through a simple activity and take
away concrete "R Fitness Exercises" to keep yourself supple and strong. Lastly,
you'll gain ideas and inspiration from the rest of the group, too.

Come join us and put a bounce in your job search!
***********************************************
Meeting details:

Time: 9:00 - noon (come later if you can't make it by 9) every Wednesday

Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62,
Wilmington, MA (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Cost: $20 One-time membership fee for new members; $10 for returning members.

Agenda:
9:00-10:00 Open Networking
9:25 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note; Member Good News;
Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
noon-12:30 Adjourn

post-meeting: More time for networking

1:00 WIND Green Group - a free forum for people wishing to explore working in
any "green" occupation. Meets at the church. The group continues to grow and has
built lots of momentum investigating companies and opportunities in several
industries.

************************************
Questions about WIND or your job search?
Contact me:

Fred Nothnagel
Director, WIND and Private Career Coach/Consultant
978-470-2637
fnothnagel@windnetworking.net

07/24/2009 09:15 am  "Franchising: A New Opportunity"

WIND EAST MEETING:
Friday, July 24, 2009

PRESENTATION:
"Franchising: A New Opportunity"
with Cheryl Larsen, President and Founder of Franchise Select, LLC, a
franchise consulting and coaching practice.

MEETING FORMAT:
9:15am-9:45am - Informal networking
9:45am-10:45am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs, Leads
10:45-11:15 - Networking
11:15am-12noon - PRESENTATION

COST: $20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning WIND members

PRESENTATION:
11:15am-12noon: "Franchising: A New Opportunity"

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
If you have suddenly been laid off, are you thinking about new career paths or
just looking for another job? Many people are choosing business ownership as a
career option because they believe that corporate America does not offer the
security, lifestyle and financial rewards that they need and deserve. On
Friday, July 24th, Cheryl Larsen, a WIND member, will discuss franchising, what
it may offer to those seeking business ownership over a job, and how to decide
if it's right for you, your family and your future.
Presentation Takeaways:
* How to buy a franchise and get started
* The current trends in franchising
* How to finance and evaluate a franchise

"Small business is a powerful force in our national economy. Franchised
businesses account for nearly 50% of all retail sales in the United States, and
in 2005 franchising provided more than 11 million jobs and contributed
$278 billion in payroll. Like the US and world economies, franchising
continues to evolve and the opportunities for wealth creation among both
franchisees and franchisors grows each business day."

PRESENTER:
Cheryl Larsen is President and Founder of Franchise Select, LLC, a franchise
consulting and coaching practice. She has been in the franchise industry over
25 years starting with a family owned Dunkin' Donuts franchise, a family
restaurant and later as owner/operator of a UPS Store franchise.
Cheryl continues to help candidates from across the US interested in
franchising. She has spoken at numerous conferences and events on the topic of
franchising as a self employment option.

Cheryl has a versatile background with experience as a Market Development
Manager for Matco Tools Franchise, a financial advisor with Merrill Lynch, an
Account Executive with Apple Computer Inc., and an educator in the Watertown
Public Schools. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Education, a Masters
degree in Administration and a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study degree.

As a business owner, Cheryl has contributed to the business community through
her involvement as Vice President and Executive Board member of the Watertown-
Belmont Chamber of Commerce, President of the CSBA in Belmont, MA, and
continues to volunteer on numerous advisory committees in the business
community. Cheryl currently serves on the Board of Directors and the Board of
Visitors for Suffolk University in Boston, MA.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets on the first and third Friday of each month at St. John's
United Methodist Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two
blocks north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking

lot and on the Starbuck's side of Mt. Auburn Street.

Don't miss this informative presentation about franchising as a career option.
You do have choices. See you at WIND East on Friday, July 24, 2009!

Cheers,
Gail Birger,
Career Coach,
Birger & Associates,
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com
Email: gailb@gis.net

07/23/2009 08:30 am  Helping Job Hunters With Their Health Insurance Options

WIND SOUTH MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - July 23, 2009

QUOTE: "Each person must decide for himself who and what he will become or
there will be no real joy in his identity." Sam Keen

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads

The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
following their agenda

TODAY'S TOPIC: “Helping Job Hunters Navigate Their Health Insurance Options”

All of us should have health insurance; in fact, the state requires it. Some of
us cannot afford health insurance. Some of us have subsidized health insurance
and the subsidies are about to run out. But all of us need to know what our
options are. Today's presentation will provide a full review of possibilities.

Presentation Takeaways:

• Most of us know that the federal COBRA program allows for continuity in your
former employer’s health insurance benefits; what are the exceptions?
• What federal and state COBRA subsidies are available?
• What is the Massachusetts Health Connector and what are the differences
between Commonwealth Choice and Commonwealth Care?
• State programs have income eligibility requirements; what are they? Many also
require a “Medical Benefit Request”; what is it?
• What are the appropriate websites and telephone numbers in order to get more
information?

David will be presenting a great deal of important information. Be sure to get a
copy of his handout.

PRESENTER: David Pomeranz, Masters In Public Health, Health Insurance Advisor,
has made presentations on individuals’ health insurance options to over 500
people and appeared on the cable television show, “Your Health Care: Choice or
Chance?” Most recently he spoke, along with U.S. Congressmen Barney Frank and
Mike Capuano, on the impact of the 2006 Massachusetts Health Reform Law on
individuals’ health insurance. David can be reached at masshealthins@aol.com

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator

Directions to WIND SOUTH at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill River Road,
Canton, MA [You will see a sign for a day care center at the entrance]

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at exit 2B. The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

07/22/2009 11:00 am  Sales Skills For Job Seekers

WIND Boston
Meeting Announcement, Wednesday, July 22, 2009 (Directions below)

WHEN: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm. WIND Boston meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every
month.
WHERE: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, Boston, MA, just steps from the Park
Street T Station.
COST: $10.00. New members pay an additional one-time registration charge of $10.00.

QUOTE:
MEETING AGENDA:
11:00 am – 12:30 pm – Structured networking
12:30 pm – 12:50 pm - General Meeting including Announcements, needs & Leads,
New Member Introductions
12:50 pm - 1:30 pm - Speaker Presentation

12:45 - 1:30 pm, Today's Topic: Sales Skills for Job Seekers
In this presentation I will touch on some of these basic concepts of selling and
relate them to the task of the job search. In essence the sales process is very
similar to the job search process, and it is subject to the same pitfalls, i.e.,
our ego gets in the way when we encounter rejection or employer disinterest.
But the process is similar: sales people spend their time talking to people and
building relationships. This is the same task you are confronted with as a job
seeker, but we call it networking.
I will especially focus on how to stay focused and measure your progress in the
job search over time? We will explore the key question of how you can improve
your job search results and reduce the hurts that accompany the job search.I
will also share with you the basic skill sets I teach sales professionals to use
each day to improve their results.

You will leave with the following key take-aways:

An understanding of what a sales process is and how it
relates to a job search
An understanding of many of the tools that are used by
salespeople each day to control and measure progress
A way to develop your own process and understanding for
tracking and measuring progress

Presenter: Paul Hutchinson is a management consultant specializing in areas of
business development , sales process and sales technology improvement. For the
past five years Paul has been teaching classes and giving workshops on Sales,
and Sales related subjects to small business owners and people that are thinking
of starting a business. His primary area of focus includes assisting business
owners and senior business teams to clarify their business development and sales
thinking, and align their sales processes against their objectives. Prior to
starting his management consulting practice five years ago, Paul worked as a
manager and senior analyst in several Fortune 500 companies, and was co-owner of
a private consulting firm. He has over 25 years of corporate and private
experience with business process improvement and technology. Paul is currently
serving on the Board of Directors of the Middlesex West Chamber of Commerce in
Massachusetts.

His services include: Speaking and training on Sales, and Sales technology;
Coaching on developing effective Sales skills and tools; Facilitation of
meetings focusing on Business Development and Sales Training; Assessing current
Sales environments; Consulting on sales technology selection and deployment.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle

DIRECTIONS

WIND/Boston meets in the very heart of Boston at The Paulist Center, 5 Park
Street, just a few steps from the Park Street T Station. It meets on the 2nd and
4th Wednesdays of every month from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm. Cost is $10.00 per
meeting. Coffee, Tea, cookies, etc. provided.

Take the Red or Green Lines to Park Street Station, or the Blue or Orange Lines
to Downtown Crossing T Station and connect to Red line or walk up Winter Street
to Park St. Parking is available at meters for $.25 for 15 minutes (bring lots
of quarters) and $22.00 in the Boston Common Underground garage parking.

07/22/2009 09:00 am  "Turning Job Search Lemons Into Cool Lemonade"

Job seekers encounter Job Search Lemons frequently these days - they're often as
predictable as our notorious Boston potholes. And we love to complain about
them, don't we?

At WIND North tomorrow, you'll have the (RARE, at WIND) opportunity to complain
about those sour lemons you've been handed. (Tissues will not be supplied, however).

But then we'll flip the discussion to the "lemonade recipes," brainstorming

(1) - how to deal with lemons and convert them to a
cooling, refreshing "beverage"
(2) - how to anticipate (and even avoid) them

Also - REAL lemonade will be served!

So come and learn how to squeeze value out of those sour-tasting lemons!
************************************
Meeting details:

Time: 9:00 - noon (come later if you can't make it by 9)
every Wednesday

Place: Wilmington United Methodist Church, Rt.62,
Wilmington, MA (see www.windnetworking.net for directions)

Agenda:
9:00-10:00 Open Networking
9:15 New Members' Orientation (bring a friend!)
10:00 General Meeting: Announcements and News of Note; Member Good News;
Personal Introductions; Needs and Leads; Program
noon-12:30 Adjourn

post-meeting: More time for networking

1:00 WIND Green Group - a free forum for people wishing to explore working in
any "green" occupation. Meets at the church. The group continues to grow and
has built great momentum investigating companies and opportunities in several
industries.

************************************
Questions about WIND or your job search?
Contact:

Fred Nothnagel
Executive Director, WIND and Private Career Coach/Consultant
978-470-2637
fnothnagel@windnetworking.net

07/21/2009 09:15 am  "Turn Your Good Intentions Into Action

WIND WEST MEETING:
Tuesday, July 21, 2009

PRESENTATION:
"Turn Your Good Intentions Into Action”
with Gail Birger, Career Consultant

QUOTE: “Nothing changes until something moves.”

MEETING FORMAT:
9:15am-9:45am - Informal networking
9:45am-10:45am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs, Leads
10:45-11:15 - Networking
11:15am-12noon - PRESENTATION:

COST: $20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning WIND members

PRESENTATION:
11:15am-12noon: “Turn Your Good Intentions Into Action”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
We intend to do the right thing. So, we say to ourselves, “I’m going to
exercise 30 minutes every day starting tomorrow” or “I’ll restart my job search
right after I hear from that dream company” or “I’m going network more as soon
as I finish organizing my office, clean the house and mow the lawn” or “I’m
going to eat healthier as soon as I finish that last piece of chocolate cake”.
What’s going on? Our intentions are good, nevertheless we continue to do the
things that we really shouldn’t do, and take no action on the things we know we
need to do. What stops us? Come to WIND East on Friday, October 3, 2008 and
find out why we sabotage ourselves, what really gets in our way, and how to
fill in the gap between what we know we should do and what we actually do.
Takeaways:
*How to start with a plan and not obsess over it
*How to identify your competing ideas and contradictory beliefs
*How to measure what really matters
*How to be kind to yourself

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger is a career management consultant who works with professionals who
are in career transition and need help with resume and cover letter writing,
interviewing skills, networking, and salary negotiation. Her experience in
corporate high tech enables her to work pragmatically and effectively not only
with unemployed professionals, but also with individuals who are employed and
need help with managing their boss, communicating more effectively, and
navigating work place politics. Gail is a sought after workshop leader and
teaches career related courses at Brookline, Newton, and Arlington adult
education centers. She holds an MBA from Simmons School of Management. Check
her new website at: www.birgerandassociates.com.

LOCATION:
WIND West meetings take place at St. Luke's Catholic Church Parish Center, One
Ruggles Street (off of West Main Street. West Main is Route 30), Westboro, MA.

I’m looking forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday, July 21,2009 at WIND West!
Cheers,
Gail Birger,
Career Consultant,
Birger & Associates,
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com
Email: gailb@gis.net

07/16/2009 08:30 am  Interviewer Secrets: How Interviewers Are Trained and How You Can Benefit From Their Training

MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT - July 16, 2009

QUOTE: "There's no reward in life without risk." — Barry J. Farber:
Motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and author

WIND SOUTH MEETING FORMAT
8:30 am – 8:45 am – Doors open, informal networking in the Lounge Room
8:45 am – 10:20 am - Members begin structured networking with each table
choosing a Facilitator in Lounge
10:30 am - WIND Meeting starts – Good news, Announcements, New Member
Introductions, Needs & Leads
The Senior Executive Forum of WIND South meets in the Trinity Church Library
following their agenda

11:15 - 12 noon: Today's Topic: Interviewer Secrets: How Interviewers Are
Trained And How You Can Benefit From Their Training

What if you knew the topics and possible questions you would be asked on an
interview? Do you think this would help you?

You bet it would. That's why I developed a special Interview Template which
outlines the topics, questions and interviewer goals that you will encounter on
an interview. This template was developed from a reading of "The Unofficial
Guide To Hiring and Firing", and "Hiring The Best" by Martin Yate (of the Knock
'em Dead series), where he trains interviewers in how to conduct an interview
that will produce a great candidate. His information is combined with
information about Behavioral Interviewing and other interview methodologies in
order to inform you - before the interview - of what to expect and how to prepare.

As an added bonus, also included is a special section on questions most often
asked of prospective managers. Managerial positions are clearly different from
individual contributor positions and many WIND members will benefit from
learning the key questions they can expect in a well designed interview keyed to
managers.

You will treasure the information you gain from this presentation because it
will prepare you to be at your best when it counts the most, when an important
interview is on the line.

See you at WIND!
Larry Elle
WIND Facilitator

Directions to WIND SOUTH at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1 Blue Hill River Road,
Canton, MA

From points South:
Take route I-95 north. When the Highway divides bear right and take I-93 1/2
mile. Then get off at exit 2B. The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. The church entrance is 75 yards on the right.

Take route 24 North. When the Highway ends take I-93 South towards I-95. Then
follow General Directions, below.

>From points North and West:
Take route 128 South. Take Exit 12 and continue on I-93 North 1/2 mile. Then
follow General Directions, below.

>From the North Shore:
Take route 93 South. Then follow General Directions, below.

General Directions:
Get off at the next exit (2B)The first traffic light is Blue Hill River Road.
Turn right. Trinity is only 75 yards on the right.

Success Associates Career Services
www.careersuccessassociates.com
Phone: 617-325-4521
"Moving Your Career Forward"

07/10/2009 09:15 am  "Turn Your Good Intentions Into Action"

WIND EAST MEETING:
Friday, July 10, 2009

PRESENTATION:
"Turn Your Good Intentions Into Action”
with Gail Birger, Career Consultant

QUOTE: “Nothing changes until something moves.”

MEETING AGENDA:
9:15am-9:45am - Informal networking
9:45am-10:45am - Good News, New Member Intros, Needs, Leads
10:45am-11:15am - Networking
11:15am-12noon - PRESENTATION

COST: $20 for those new to WIND, $10 for returning WIND members

PRESENTATION:
11:15am-12noon: “Turn Your Good Intentions Into Action”

PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION:
We intend to do the right thing. So, we say to ourselves, “I’m going to
exercise 30 minutes every day starting tomorrow” or “I’ll restart my job search
right after I hear from that dream company” or “I’m going network more as soon
as I finish organizing my office, clean the house and mow the lawn” or “I’m
going to eat healthier as soon as I finish that last piece of chocolate cake”.
What’s going on? Our intentions are good, nevertheless we continue to do the
things that we really shouldn’t do, and take no action on the things we know we
need to do. What stops us? Come to WIND East on Friday, July 10, 2009 and find
out why we sabotage ourselves, what really gets in our way, and how to fill in
the gap between what we know we should do and what we actually do.

Presentation Takeaways:
*How to start with a plan and not obsess over it
*How to identify your competing ideas and contradictory beliefs
*How to measure what really matters
*Learn how to be kind to yourself

PRESENTER:
Gail Birger, Career Consultant for Birger & Associates, has extensive
experience helping professionals with issues regarding career search and
transition, work performance, and navigation of workplace politics. Her
experience in high tech business development and marketing allows her to bring
practical and proven approaches to career challenges. Gail is a straight
shooter who delivers results. By providing guidance in how to effectively
communicate skills and experience and leverage strengths, she helps
professionals shorten their job search and land faster.
Her services include:

*Skills assessment
*Coaching on writing effective resumes and cover letters
*Guidance on researching companies and networking
*Coaching on interviewing and salary negotiation
*Consulting on work performance and work strategies

In addition to running her private practice in Brookline, Gail facilitates WIND
East and WIND West. She is a sought after workshop leader as well as an
instructor in career related courses at Brookline, Newton, and Arlington adult
education centers. In January 2009 she participated in Good Morning America’s
Great American Job Fair program and in March 2009 she and her career networking
group were featured in the Watertown TAB article, “Hope In Hard Times”. In 2006
she was prominently featured in the Boston Sunday Globe article, “Find the
Right Job in ‘06”. Gail holds an MBA from Simmons School of Management. Check
out her new website: www.birgerandassociates.com.

LOCATION:
WIND EAST meets on the first and third Friday of each month at St. John’s
United Methodist Church, 80 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown. The church is two
blocks north of Watertown Square. Parking is available in the church parking
lot and on the Starbuck’s side of Mt. Auburn Street.

I’m looking forward to seeing everyone on Friday, July 10, 2009 at WIND East!
Cheers,
Gail Birger, Career Consultant
Email: gailb@gis.net
Web: www.birgerandassociates.com