Author Archives: Alex Freund

About Alex Freund

Alex has extensive experience with interviewing people. He has also practical training in career coaching. Consequently, he formed LandingExpert – Career Coaching services. He is prominent in a number of networking groups and has helped many job seekers with their career searches, providing them with tools, information, marketing material, and one-on-one preparation for the interview. Via his website www.landingexpert.com he offers people in transition and otherwise a comprehensive and updated list of job-search networking groups. This list is being viewed consistently by over 3000 people per month.

Job Search Networking Group meetings as of 3-2-2026

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Monday, March 2 | 10:30 AM – Virtual Meeting

Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ)

Speaker: Carol McCullagh

Topic: How Your Social Media May Be Being Used In Hiring

Registration Here

Overview: Join Carol as she presents three social media analysis tools that may be being used in hiring. The tools encompass X(Twitter), Facebook and/or LinkedIn along with AI to make suggestions on your personality and behavior traits that may or may not be accurate. Carol M. McCullagh, PhD, is President and COO of CMMC Consulting, a general management consulting firm that helps companies in the areas of financials, quality, scheduling, and audits. Carol has worked in telecommunications manufacturing, U.S. Government, education and small businesses. Currently she is on the Careers in Transition Short Hills Leadership team while focusing on her job search for a President or Chief Operating Officer role in the diversified industrial sector (HVAC, Access Security). She is a holder of the 2021 and 2022 Beacon4Life.org(a C-level organization) Power Player awards for networking and continuous learning.

Wednesday, March 4, 7:30 – 9:00 PM Job Seekers’ meeting. Dr. Rick Greene presents a strategic workshop on Dealing with Roadblocks and Setting Goals.

  • Recognizing common blocks
  • How to move beyond the blocks or avoid them
  • Where to find motivation and support
  • Long and short term goal setting

We meet at the Assembly Hall of St. Luke’s Church on 73 S. Fullerton Ave., Montclair. Check our website,https://jobseekersofmontclair.org, for directions and additional information. The entrance faces South Fullerton Ave. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: We have books available for free to the first four in-person attendees.

The event will also be available online. Click here to Join Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 869 6416 8449

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Thursday, March 5, 2026 10:00 am to 11:30 am EST

JVS Job-seekers Virtual Workshop

Most job seekers are either ignoring AI or panicking that it’s making them obsolete. Both approaches will cost you opportunities.

Here’s what’s actually happening: AI is changing how work gets done, and hiring managers know it. They’re looking for candidates who can adapt, learn new tools, and use technology to work smarter. If you’re avoiding AI because it feels threatening, you’re signaling exactly what employers don’t want to see.

The good news? The same technology that’s disrupting your field can become your biggest advantage in landing your next role. When you learn to use AI strategically, you’re not just keeping up. You’re demonstrating the exact skills that make you a more competitive candidate to land a job.

In this webinar, Jodi Murnick will show you how to shift your mindset about AI and then put it to work in your job search:

Reframe AI to be an advantage:

  • Why AI fluency is now a baseline requirement.
  • How to position yourself as someone who leverages technology, not competes with it.
  • Talk about AI in interviews without sounding defensive or obsolete.

Put AI to work for you:

  • Find hidden opportunities and decision-makers before jobs are posted.
  • Research companies and interviewers like an insider.
  • Craft personalized outreach that gets responses.
  • Prepare for interviews.

You will leave with a new perspective on AI and practical tools you can use immediately. No fluff, no theory, just strategies that give you an edge in today’s market.

There will be 20 minutes of open networking

with fellow job seekers after the presentation.

GUEST SPEAKER

Jodi Murnick

THIS PROGRAM IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A VIRTUAL EVENT.

ADVANCED REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

TO REGISTER TO ATTEND, PLEASE CLICK HERE.

Monday March 9 | 10:30 AM – Virtual Meeting

Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ)

Speaker: Chui Senanayake

Topic: The Decision-Maker’s Guide: Actionable tactics to stand out from the competition and interview with confidence

Registration Here

Overview: Join Chui for an interactive discussion on exactly what you can do today to set yourself apart from other job-seekers, as well as how to interview with the highest possible confidence. Chui Senanayake is a professional career coach and the President/Founder of The Job Helpers and JobProMax. Eighteen years ago, he was 19 and homeless. Today, he’s an MBA graduate leading a successful business and recognized as LinkedIn’s Top Voice. His company boasts 50,000+ client success stories, has crafted 25,000+ job-winning resumes, and has helped 15,000+ senior leaders land their dream jobs. Chui is committed to helping individuals achieve their career goals through expert guidance and innovative tools.

                                               

March 9 – 6-9  

Join Us For “Professional Critique” and “Mastering the Art of Informational Interviewing”

*Please Note: In the case of inclement weather, the “Special Notice” that is sent out, no later than 3 p.m. (CST) of the day of the Holy Archangels Parish Job & Networking Ministry meeting, will state whether the meeting will be both “in person” and “via Zoom” or just “via Zoom”.

Please Join Us:

In Person:

Holy Archangels Parish Ministry Center

729 Grand Canyon

Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169

Via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88359760676?pwd=Y2t4a2dVbjhqSlBmaDFFSEVaTTVaUT09

6 p.m. – 7 p.m. (CST): “Professional Critique”:

Receive a personalized evaluation of your professional goals, and develop a customized strategy to expedite your transition into your next professional opportunity:

Holy Archangels Parish Ministry Center

729 Grand Canyon

Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169

7 p.m.-9 p.m. (CST): “Mastering the Art of Informational Interviewing”:

How does informational interviewing help you learn about your field, make professional connections, build your professional network, and build relationships with target opportunities and organizations?

How do you reach out to target contacts? What strategies should you use when you reach out to them?

Learn how informational interviewing can help you find your next opportunity from Marty Gahbauer, a CTC alumnus whose success resulted from it.

The chat will be moderated by Tiffany Kochanski (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanykochanski), a member of the Holy Archangels Parish Job & Networking Ministry, and any participants who wish to confidentially ask a question during the presentation can send her a private message, via the chat, to do so. These questions will then be repeated, by one of the members of the Holy Archangels Parish Job & Networking Ministry, to ensure that they are heard by everyone in the room.

Questions can also be sent to sainthubertjobministry@….

In Person:

Holy Archangels Parish Ministry Center

729 Grand Canyon

Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169

Via Zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88359760676?pwd=Y2t4a2dVbjhqSlBmaDFFSEVaTTVaUT09

Meeting ID: 883 5976 0676

Passcode: 190359

Meeting ID: 883 5976 0676

Passcode: 190359

*For More Information*:

Contact Us:

Email: sainthubertjobministry@…

Phone: (708) 232-6535                                                                              

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 7:30pm

Church of the Presentation Career Session. 

Q&A and Group Discussion: Bring your Career and Job Search Questions

This will be at the Church of the Presentation, Upper Saddle River in the Jerusalem Room.  

 Our experienced volunteers are there to provide:
– Support with networking and contacts, resumes, interviews, job-related social media, AI tools, etc.
– One-on-one follow-up time for assistance.
All are welcome. You need not have specific questions to attend this session!! …you will be hearing a lot of great tips and meeting others too.
If you wish to join our Career Management network, or have questions at any time, just email presentation.cmm@gmail.com with your name and a brief introduction and we will be happy to assist.

If you are experienced and would like to contribute some time to work with us as a volunteer, please contact us at that same email and let us know.  Volunteers are always appreciated!

Wednesday, March 11th 10:00am ET – 10:40am ET

The Job Search ‘Tips at 10:00’ FREE monthly webinar series is designed to reignite your job search efforts and equip you with the tools needed to revitalize your approach to finding that dream job. Open to any job seeker nationwide.

Webinar duration: 40 minutes (10:00am ET – 10:40am ET)

  • Webinar topic for Wednesday, March 11th is ‘Nonverbal Messaging and its impact on your Interview’.
  • Cut-off for registering will be 5:00pm ET, the evening before the webinar.
  • The Zoom link will be shared at the time of registration.  
  • Via Zoom. Register through Arrow Career Consulting. Here is the link: https://www.arrowcareerconsulting.com/events

                                                                                                           

Wed March 11th, 6:00-8:30 CT

NSENG ZOOM Event (not in-person):… A presentation on “CHANCES WORTH TAKING DURING YOUR JOB SEARCH” plus a Round of Networking, a presentation recording & a list of all registrants. 50% discount if you register by Jan 31st.

Click HERE to register. If you have any problems with registering, just email mgilbert@nsenginc.com or text 847-732-7400 immediately. 

Want to learn how to get interviews even when rejected by the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)?

– Wish you knew how to access the “Hidden Job Market” that accounts for more than half of all the positions that companies are trying to fill?

These are just 2 of the topics that will be covered during my presentation. The biggest reason why it’s taking most job seekers 4-9 months to land their next job is due to a lack of “VISIBILITY”. When there are 200-400 applicants to every open job, trying to stand out from a crowd of qualified candidates can be tough. And that’s why you need to be willing to TAKE CHANCES that other job seekers aren’t willing to do. That’s how you get noticed and get interviews you may not be getting today.

During this presentation, I’ll share more than 10+ seldom used tactics you can implement to beat your competition. There’s a lot to be said about people who demonstrate initiative, and I’ll show you how you can be characterized in a much more positive and visible light. That’s what gets you interviews.   

Here are a few of the topics that I’ll discuss:

– Ways to stand out from your competition

– How to access the Hidden Job Market

– Increasing your visibility on LinkedIn

– Getting interviews after you’ve been rejected by the ATS

– Maximizing the value of your network for introductions

The agenda is as follows:

6:00 – 6:15  Open networking

6:15 – 7:45  Presentation and Q&A

7:45 – 8:30  Virtual networking via Zoom breakout rooms

All registrants will receive:

– a recording of the presentation

– 75 minutes of networking

– a list of all registrants and email addresses to expand your network

Saturday March 14th, at 9:30 AM

The Breakfast Club NJ Presents: AI for Job Search: Blueprint for Success by Gerry Peyton

 

Please share this with other groups you may be in.  Join us on Meetup.com at: http://www.meetup.com/The-Breakfast-Club-NJ/ to RSVP for the meeting.

 Presentation:

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how job seekers create resumes, cover letters, and other application materials. However, many candidates struggle to use AI in a structured, reliable, and professional way. This session introduces a practical workflow designed to help job seekers produce consistent, high-quality job search materials using modern AI tools. Drawing on experience in designing and evaluating technology solutions, the session explains how disciplined inputs, clear structure, and careful review can improve the clarity, accuracy, and credibility of AI-generated content.

Participants will learn foundational concepts, review real examples of AI-supported job search artifacts, and gain insight into the risks and considerations associated with using AI during the job search process. While every job seeker’s experience is unique, this approach aims to help individuals strengthen their professional narrative and present themselves more effectively.

 About the Speaker:

Gerry is a technology and risk management professional whose career spans roles as an IT Risk Director, IT Project Manager, and Statistician. He has developed and audited technology solutions and business processes and has created training programs that strengthen skills across technology and risk management teams.

In this presentation, he shares a practical approach he developed for creating job‑seeking artifacts in a consistent and professional manner using structured workflow design and modern AI tools. The approach worked for him, and he offers it with the hope that it may help others depending on their individual circumstances.

 About the Meeting:

  •   Meeting Date & Time: March 14, 2025, 9:30 – 11:30 AM (America/New York)

Presentation: 9:30 -10:30am – doors to facility open 9am come early to get settled in

Facilitated Networking: 10:30 – 11:30am

  •   Location: Conference Center of the East Brunswick Public Library
  •   Address: 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ
  •   Fee: $10 will be collected at the door to pay for the cost of the room.

 Note: Time & Location Change – our meetings will now begin promptly at 9:30am (doors open 9 am please come early to enjoy some extra networking time and get settled in.

Fee: $10 will be collected at the door to pay for the cost of the room.
Note: Time & Location Change – our meetings will now begin promptly at 9:30am (doors open 9am please come early to enjoy some extra networking time and get settled in.
There is ample parking both in primary lot directly in front of library’s main entrance and a second lot to the side of the library facility, but you must enter through library’s front doors to gain access to the conference center which is to the left rear of the facility after entering. 

Monday March 16 | 10:30 AM – Virtual Meeting

Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ)

Speaker: Steve Van Valin

Topic: The Search for Meaning at Work

Registration Here

Overview: To Be Announced

Monday March 23 | 10:30 AM – Virtual Meeting

Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ)

Speaker: Maya Ollson

Topic: Are you Wearing your Foundation Garments? – How to Maximize Your Search

Registration Here

Overview: Join Maya for a creative take on how to get the most out of the time you spend job seeking – the specific things you can do to maximize your search and boost your productivity. Foundational topics include smooth positioning statements you can use with anyone, the right resume formatting for applicant tracking systems, an effective resume that shows how you helped your former employers, and getting referred in. The next layers are networking techniques that demonstrate the skills you bring and how you could help the company, how to get the hiring manager to tell you what they are looking for so you can sell yourself, and asking for the job to increase your chances of getting in. You are sure to gain useful techniques by joining us for this presentation! Maya Ollson is the Founder and Director of Kokopella High Touch Outplacement. Kokopella works with downsizing corporations and individuals who need job search services that make a difference. Kokopella is known for their very personalized approach to clients so that they learn how to conduct an effective search and shorten it. Clients have dubbed Maya “The Resume Queen” because she knows how to create powerful resumes that get through Applicant Tracking Systems and powerfully sell you into interviews. 

Additional Resources

My Networking Central provides continually updated information in one location to make your networking journey easier whether you’re looking for a job, for a networking group or a speaker for your event.

https://www.mynetworkingcentral.com/networking-groups-events/

Recurring Meetings

When: Weekly, Sundays from 9:00 – 9:30 am

What: Keeppace with George Pace – What you should know about the latest IT and AI

Where: Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/keeppace

More Information: Leading Technology speaker, Researcher / IT strategist /Enterprise Architecture / Cloud / Open Source / Kubernetes / Microservices / Docker / DevOps / Video / Social Networking / Application Rationalization

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keeppace

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keeppace

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@keeppace

Do you find it hard to “Keep Pace” with the never-ending stream of AI articles you encounter daily?  Wouldn’t it be nice to get professional insight into those topics, so you can be prepared for how AI will impact YOU and YOUR CAREER?

That is the driver behind my weekly LIVE Webinar (30 Minutes EVERY Sunday at 9AM EST), where George provides his insights to interesting AI advances AND the changes it will drive.

When: Weekly, Mondays from 9:00 – 10:30 am

What: The Ramsey Job Search

Where: Please contact Beth Berkenfeld at bberk2@optonline.net or 201-797-4342 if interested in joining the group.

More Information: Work Team meets every Monday morning. Networking starts from 9 to 9:30am and the meeting starts at 9:30 to 10:30 while virtual.  Members hold each other accountable at weekly (virtual) meetings for conducting a job search in earnest. Historically, the team has enjoyed a very high rate of “landings” by those conducting an active and vigorous job search.

Based on the Lee-Hecht-Harrison model, it’s more of a project management team made up of people committed to helping each other in the job search. By attending regularly and staying focused on key tasks, meetings serve as an advisory panel that knows you and your search and can offer answers to the questions that come up in job hunting.

Help others to help you (especially for the first few meetings) by having a prepared “elevator pitch” to introduce yourself. Jobs open up because there’s a problem to solve or a need to fill.

When:3rd Monday of each month, 10am – Noon ET

What: Executives in Job Transition

Where: Via Zoom (contact Paul Cecala at pcecala@cecalacareer.com for link)

More Information: No cost. Open to any job seeker nationwide. Each person has 10 minutes to introduce themselves and a primary issue holding them back from job search success (up to 2 minutes). The remaining 8 minutes are spent by the entire group collaborating on brainstorming solutions and best practices. Participants share their job search knowledge while gaining the benefit of the others’ expertise as well. As a way of giving back to the local community, Paul Cecala (certified career coach) and Gerard Raho (Business coach and financial advisor) facilitate the meetings. To obtain the Zoom link, please contact Paul Cecala at pcecala@cecalacareer.com. No information is shared with other organizations. No sales pitches to attendees allowed. 

When: WNO meets once a month, on the third Monday of the month.

What: The Westchester Networking Organization (WNO)

Where: virtual

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More Information: The Westchester Networking Organization (WNO) is a community supportive of those who are in career transition. We provide a safe environment in which to network across industries, fields and organizations. Members share best practices, experiences and job opportunities. The WNO hosts meetings featuring presentations by thought leaders in relevant topics. WNO members are committed to assisting one another. WNO activities are coordinated by a committee of member volunteers. To volunteer, contact us.

Contact wno1635@gmail.com

When: Weekly, Mondays from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Virtual)

What: Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ)

Where: psgcnj.biz → Click “Zoom Meeting Registration Here”. Register by 11 PM Friday and save the emailed link for access.

More Information: Join us Monday mornings for expert speakers, job-hunting insights, and networking with peers.

Special Recurring Sessions:

  • 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 12:00 PM – Job Search Q&A with Maya Ollson, founder of Kokopella High Touch Outplacement (30-minute session).

When: 2nd Tuesday of every month at  5:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m onsite and   6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. via zoom. 

What: Northern Fairfield Professionals (NFP)

Where: Knights of Columbus building at Saint Rose Church

46 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT. Also via zoom see below.

More Information: The Northern Fairfield Professionals (NFP) is a free networking group that gathers monthly to foster connections and provide valuable resources for career growth. Open to professionals from all industries and career stages, our meetings are designed to help attendees expand their networks and gain the tools they need to advance in their careers. We focus on creating mutually beneficial relationships, where members can share ideas, exchange job leads and strengthen their networking abilities.

We usually have a guest speaker discuss a topic of interest for business professionals. For information on our next topic and speaker, please go to Northern Fairfield Professionals Linkedin group:https://www.linkedin.com/groups/74193/ 

VIRTUAL Zoom Meeting   6:00 – 7:30 pm

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When: virtually on alternate Tuesdays from 10-11:30am ET with rare exceptions

What: Career Conversations with Tony

 

Where: Zoom webinars

More Information: we offer a wide variety of highly interesting, informative, and interactive free webinars for those who are un/underemployed, in/considering a career transition. Q & A will follow. Zoom login info will be emailed the day prior to the session and registration officially closes at 8am the day of the session. Check our 2025 calendar for a list of webinar dates, topics, and descriptions:bit.ly/careerconversationswithtony2025. All are welcome, so please encourage folks in your network to join us. To subscribe to our listserv for occasional webinar announcements and reminders (including Zoom login info), volunteer or recommend a thought-leader or topic, or if you have any questions, please email Tony at: tony@absolutetransitions.com. Sessions are typically hosted by Tony Calabrese, founder of Absolute Transitions, LLC and Certified Get Five Career Coach, specializing in job search and career change. He’s certified by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (IPEC) and integrates career and life coaching in his practice. Tony also works with REA – Partners in Transition, assisting spouses relocating to the NJ / NY area. In 2023, he joined Careerminds as an outplacement coach after Get Five’s acquisition, as well as provides outplacement coaching for the White Hawk Group. Previously, he spent 30 years at Prudential Financial, advancing from Programmer to Director of Financial Systems. Tony lives in Maplewood, NJ with his wife, Carolina.

When: Every Wednesday at 9:30 am

What: PSGMC (Professional Services Group Morris County) Via Zoom Online

Where: email Dale at dfavia@optonline.net for Zoom Meeting ID and Password.

More Information: PSGMC presents a virtual meeting each week.  They provide relevant speakers to help with your job search, as well as provide a forum to networks. If you would like to attend our meetings, please email Dale at dfavia@optonline.net for Zoom Meeting ID and Password.

When: 2’nd Wednesday of the month – 10am – 10:40AM ET

What: Job Search ‘Tips at 10:00’ webinar series 

Where: Via Zoom. Register through Arrow Career Consulting. Here is the link: https://www.arrowcareerconsulting.com/events

More Information: Please contact Deb Krawiec at deb@arrowcareerconsulting or register to receive Deb’s quarterly newsletter.  https://arrowcareerconsulting.myflodesk.com/newsletter

The Job Search ‘Tips at 10:00’ FREE monthly webinar series is designed to reignite your job search efforts and equip you with the tools needed to revitalize your approach to finding that dream job. Open to any job seeker nationwide.

Webinar duration: 40 minutes (10:00am ET – 10:40am ET)

When: Wednesdays at 7:30 PM

What: Job Seekers of Montclair is a free, job search training and support group open to all.

Where: We meet at the Assembly Hall of St. Luke’s Church on 73 S. Fullerton Ave., Montclair, NJ and online.

More Information: We have professional speakers on a variety of job search topics including recognizing your accomplishments, developing your resume, networking, interview preparation, and dealing with road blocks.

Meetings and workshops are in person and on Zoom at 7:30 pm. Information about the upcoming meeting can be found on our website, https://jobseekersofmontclair.org. While you are there, you can join our weekly e-mail list where we send announcements of upcoming meetings or helpful information. Just click on Subscribe on the home page. You may also view our schedule and you have access to lots of resources. Our self-help group has been helping people in New Jersey and elsewhere get through the job search process and find new careers for the last forty years. For more information contact us at Richard@jobseekersofmontclair.org

When: Every Friday morning at 10:00 am

What: Professional Service Group (PSG) of Mercer County

Where: Princeton Public Library

More Information: The Professional Service Group (PSG) of Mercer County is a community program providing enrichment seminars for professionals in transition who are seeking new employment opportunities or exploring new career paths.  Meetings are always free, open to all, and do NOT require you to register in advance. Please check the PSG of Mercer County website Event Calendar for upcoming programs:https://www.psgofmercercounty.org/p/event-calendar.html.

All PSG of Mercer County meetings are in-person only without streaming or recording.

No Signup or Registration Required.

 Starting in May 2025, PSG of Mercer County will have 2 alternating weekly meeting locations:

  • 1st, 3rd and (occasional 5th) Fridays of each month at the Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ.
  • 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month at the Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren St, Plainsboro Township, NJ.

  

When: Meets virtually the first and third Saturday of each month at 8:30 AM EST

What: Careers in Transition

Where: Virtual

More Information: Each meeting offers: (1) various speakers and topics related to job search and career development (2) Resume Review.

Read more about us:  https://www.christchurchshorthills.org/careers-in-transition/

Link to sign up: : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3muBCmK-py-OMQH9RI8ne-TTlng6uwhTo ensure the security of our virtual meetings, invitations will be emailed directly only to members who register for the meeting.  Registration will be open until 5PM EST Friday before each meeting.

When: Wednesdays 12-1, 3rd Tuesday of the month

What: Penn State Great Valley Presents  My Career Transitions My Career Transitions

Where: Penn State Great Valley campus in Malvern, PA

More Information:  My Career Transitions has partnered with Penn State Alumni Career Services to offer virtual meetings and in-person networking events.  

 Please join us at our monthly meetings every 3rd Tuesday of the month to gain knowledge to support your career search and transition. Our meetings are virtual, with 3 in-person events a year in the Philadelphia area.

 To review our upcoming schedule of events, you can visit our event page or join our LinkedIn group

 With our new partnership with the Penn State Alumni Career Services, our members now have access to the following resources. 

  • Job Search Webinars every Wednesday from 12 – 1 pm EST on Resumes, Applicant Tracking Systems, LinkedIn, and Networking.
  • Alumni Career Services Networking Events are offered throughout the year in locations on the East Coast.

We hope you will continue to join us and spread the word so we can assist other job seekers in their job search journey.

 My Career Transitions: 

A regional program by Penn State Alumni Career Services for Alumni and Community Members. 

                         

When:  2nd Saturday of each month

What: The Breakfast Club NJ.  In-Person Meetings

Where: Conference Center of the East Brunswick Public Library, 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ

More Information: Fee: $10 cash only (exact change appreciated), will be collected at the door to pay for the cost of the room

Why: Join one of the premier and longest running networking groups in New Jersey, founded in 2001 to help you with your career search

Website: https://thebreakfastclubnj.com/

Register at: https://www.meetup.com/The-Breakfast-Club-NJ/

 Please share this with other groups you may be in. Join us on Meetup.com at:https://www.meetup.com/The-Breakfast-Club-NJ/ to RSVP for the meeting.

Join The Breakfast Club NJ where people of all disciplines: IT, Finance & Accounting, Communications, Human Resources get together with a common focus to assist each other in pursuing new employment opportunities, tackling the challenges of their current positions, and providing a support network to and networking with the volunteers and other attendees that may be able to help you.  

The Breakfast Club NJ (TBCNJ) has returned to in person meetings!!! Our meetings will now begin promptly at 9:30am & end 11:30am (The Library doors open 9am please come early to enjoy some extra networking time and get settled in). The presentation will be 930-1030am then facilitated networking 1030-1130am then meeting will conclude but you can follow up on leads in room until noon. The new location is the Conference Center of the East Brunswick Public Library – address is 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ and Directions can be found at https://ilove.ebpl.org at bottom of home page under hours & directions:https://maps.app.goo.gl/JAudegdMQJX1ktbh8

There is ample parking both in primary lot directly in front of library’s main entrance and a second lot to the side of the library facility, but you must enter through the library’s front doors to gain access to the conference center which is to the left rear of the facility after entering.

Please help us by extending invites to anyone you know who is in transition. We will be collecting $10 Cash per attendee (exact change is appreciated) at door as we must pay to rent the room and are required to have insurance to use the facility. Looking forward to seeing everyone and welcoming you and the new members. No food or drink is allowed in the library as per library rules.

 RSVP via Meetup – https://www.meetup.com/home/ By RSVPing on Meetup, we can plan to have appropriate seating, and you will be able to contact other meeting attendees, and they will be able to contact you, as well. Additionally, any meeting changes will be sent out to members who register on Meetup. To receive our job listings, and timely job search and career updates, JOIN our pay it forward group atwww.thebreakfastclubnj.com.

When: On Demand – see below

What: Neighbors-helping-Neighbors (NhN)

Where: Go to: www.nhnusa.org

More Information: The has now changed its operating model from virtual meetings, face-to-face meeting to a one-on-one mentor/coach model. Our leaders and others who volunteer and are vetted by founder will offer one on one sessions with our membership information and a large amount of resources for NhNUSA may be found at www.nhnusa.org. There is both a registration for members needing help, along with a registration for applying to be a coach/mentor.  Please feel free to use the free career resources on this site and join their Linked-In group.

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Job search networking group meetings as of 2-23-2026

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Monday, February 23 | 10:30 AM – Virtual Meeting (corrected date)

Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ)

Speaker: Paul Cecala

Topic: Listen More, Talk Less: A Key to Career Success

Registration Here

Overview: Join Paul for an interactive workshop where participants can practice new or existing listening skills. Too often, people fret that they either do not know how to start a networking conversation or cannot remember the people they spoke to. In most cases, being better listeners makes both these concerns disappear. Perfect 3 types of listening – Intentional, Inquisitive, and Reflective. Learn how better listening and less talking makes others more memorable. Paul Cecala, a certified Global Career Development Facilitator, corporate trainer, and author, has been coaching since 1999 and assisted over 4,000 people in either changing careers or starting their professional lives. His latest book, Take Control of Your Job Search, was ranked an Amazon #1 Best Seller in its category and the #2 best new read in 2024 for its category byBookAuthority.com. Currently, Paul is the principal and owner of a corporate training and career coaching business. He is a member of the National Career Development Association and on the board of the NJ chapter.  He has worked as a program manager for lifelong learning and workforce development training at 2 colleges and as a senior career counselor for a NJ workforce development office. He has also worked for several post-secondary career schools as Director of Career Services.  Prior to this he had a 15-year career in the corporate aviation industry.

TOPIC: Interviewing with Strengths 

Monday, 23 Feb 2026 

Westchester Networking Organization 

This impactful session is specifically tailored for driven professionals navigating the complexities of today’s job market.  Registration is required.  The session starts with networking thru timed Breakout sessions, where attendees “meet” and share their current career goals, followed by the sessions’ professional speaker, Heather Kay, Gallup Certified Strength’s based Coach, the ‘Wonder Woman of Strengths’.  Kay is certified in Ken Blanchard’s SL2 program, A Situational Approach to Leadership, administers and interprets the Myers’-Briggs Type Indicator and facilitates Team Effectiveness Survey and Action Planning Retreats.  

Registered attendees will discover and be guided through articulating their experience with confidence and authenticity. Using a strengths-based lens, the attendees will learn how to move beyond the generic answers to clearly show who they are, what makes them unique, and how they’ve achieved results – gaining a powerful, natural language for interview that truly reflect their talents. Together they will be shown how describing natural talents leads to success through reviewing common, predictable interview questions, displaying answers that align with the Clifton Strengths Domains (A development tool that ID’s strengths to improve performance and engagement). 

Heather Kay is a Coach and was an HR professional for over 20 years, worked across various industries including security, healthcare, insurance, and education.  She received her bachelor’s degree from Lehigh University, a master’s in education from the University of South Carolina, and a Certificate in Training & Organizational Dynamics from Temple University. She lives outside Philadelphia with her husband and two children and is a huge University of Wisconsin fan as her husband and daughter are alumni and her son is currently attending. 

 Registration is open, with a deadline at 2:00 p.m. Monday, 22 Feb 2026. 

To register:  https://WNO20260223.eventbrite.com e-Mail questions or inquiries to wno1635@gmail.com 

Resources and contact information are available through the website, wno.weebly.com

 The session allows attendees to prepare and take advantage of a complementary breakout session that night where a Coaching session is provided by WNO’s volunteer Job Search Strategy Coach, Tony Calabrese. 

 WNO Steering Committee Co-Chair Paul Rice emphasizes that the WNO meetings provide a safe and confidential environment in which to network across industries, fields, and organizations within the tri-state area.  Given the nature of today’s workplace and the workforce challenges of today, it is more vital than ever. 

                                               

February 23 – 6-9   Join Us For “Professional Critique” and “Reset, Reframe, Reimagine: Your Career Journey Starts Now!” – February 23 – 6-9 

*Please Note: In the case of inclement weather, the “Special Notice” that is sent out, no later than 3 p.m. (CST) of the day of the Holy Archangels Parish Job & Networking Ministry meeting, will state whether the meeting will be both “in person” and “via Zoom” or just “via Zoom”.

Please Join Us:

In Person:

Holy Archangels Parish Ministry Center

729 Grand Canyon

Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169

Via Zoom:

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6 p.m. – 7 p.m. (CST): “Professional Critique”:

Receive a personalized evaluation of your professional goals, and develop a customized strategy to expedite your transition into your next professional opportunity:

Holy Archangels Parish Ministry Center

729 Grand Canyon

Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169

7 p.m.-9 p.m. (CST): “Reset, Reframe, Reimagine: Your Career Journey Starts Now!”:

Courtney Hedderman, Senior Associate State Director – Advocacy & Outreach, AARP Illinois, will provide strategies to optimize your career journey and strategy.

Courtney joined AARP Illinois in 2005 and is responsible for advocacy efforts and grassroots outreach in support of federal and state advocacy specifically for health care policy; development and implementation of community education and outreach programs; building relationships with other community partners; and chapter management. Courtney’s outreach efforts fall within Illinois Congressional Districts 3, 6, 11, 14, and 16.

The chat will be moderated by Tiffany Kochanski (

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanykochanski), a member of the Holy Archangels Parish Job & Networking Ministry, and any participants who wish

to ask a question during the presentation can send her a private message, via the chat, to do so. These questions will then be repeated, by one of the members

of the Holy Archangels Parish Job & Networking Ministry, to ensure that they are heard by everyone in the room. She will also be confidentially relaying any questions that are sent to her via private message. 

Questions can also be sent to sainthubertjobministry@….

In Person:

Holy Archangels Parish Ministry Center

729 Grand Canyon

Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169

Via Zoom:

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Passcode: 190359

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Feb 24, 2026 (7:00 PM – 9:00 PM) (EST)

The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 91 Maple Ave., Morristown, NJ

Looking for a community with a professional focus grounded in Catholic values? Your 20s and 30s can be a confusing and lonely time, but they don’t have to be. Come and see. 

Attend a YCP event and join like-minded, mission-driven peers to find God in all things and seek excellence and joy in every area of your life.

YCP brings together young workers and seasoned business professionals in a variety of programs to foster Catholic identity, encourage community, and inspire action.

The Executive Speaker Series is a free event open to the public in which executives share their career and faith journeys with young professionals, challenging them to “Work in Witness for Christ.”

Attendees enjoy complimentary drinks and appetizers and have a chance to socialize before and after the evening’s presentation.

  • 7:00 PM – Doors Open + Networking
  • 7:45 PM – President’s Remarks and Prayer
  • 7:50 PM – Executive Speaker Address
  • 8:15 PM – Q + A Session
  • 8:25 PM – Closing + Prayer

Eric Figueroa Pérez is an AI and decision-science leader whose career lives at the crossroads of data, economics, and moral imagination. With two decades of experience in quantitative modeling and strategy, and graduate training in both statistics and theology, he specializes in translating complex analytics into human-centered decisions that honor the dignity of work.

Inspired by the Medici Effect, Eric brings together disciplines that rarely share a table—risk modeling and ethics, automation and vocation, workforce strategy and Catholic social thought—to help leaders navigate the future of AI with clarity and conscience.

A proud Puerto Rican, husband, father, and mentor to emerging professionals, Eric is passionate about forming leaders who can think across boundaries, build purpose-driven systems, and elevate human potential in an age of accelerating technology.

Register

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (EDT) 

The Tuesday evening NJ JobSeekers group, normally at Trinity Church in Princeton, is moving online for the time being.  We will meet on the second and fourth Tuesdays, each month.

Web site:     https://sites.google.com/site/njjobseekers/home

Tuesday meeting permalink:     https://sites.google.com/site/njjobseekers/hot-link-to-this-weeks-online-meeting

Wednesday, February 25 at 7:30 PM, Lynne Williams presents a discussion on How to Build Your LinkedIn Profile. She is the Executive Director of the Great Careers Network, which provides online career development and networking for career transition (job seekers) and career management (employed and self-employed). Lynne writes resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and LinkedIn company pages, with a focus on keywords. The event is online only. Click here to join the Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 869 6416 8449

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For phone only dial 929 436 2866 and enter ID + passcode.

For additional resources and the next meeting announcements, check out the website,https://jobseekersofmontclair.org.

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 7:30pm Church of the Presentation Career Session. 

Q&A and Group Discussion: Bring your Career and Job Search Questions

This will be at the Church of the Presentation, Upper Saddle River in the Jerusalem Room.  

 Our experienced volunteers are there to provide:
– Support with networking and contacts, resumes, interviews, job-related social media, AI tools, etc.
– One-on-one follow-up time for assistance.
All are welcome. You need not have specific questions to attend this session!! …you will be hearing a lot of great tips and meeting others too.
If you wish to join our Career Management network, or have questions at any time, just email presentation.cmm@gmail.com with your name and a brief introduction and we will be happy to assist.

If you are experienced and would like to contribute some time to work with us as a volunteer, please contact us at that same email and let us know.  Volunteers are always appreciated!

                                                                                                           

Wed March 11th, 6:00-8:30 CT

NSENG ZOOM Event (not in-person):… A presentation on “CHANCES WORTH TAKING DURING YOUR JOB SEARCH” plus a Round of Networking, a presentation recording & a list of all registrants. 50% discount if you register by Jan 31st.

Click HERE to register. If you have any problems with registering, just email mgilbert@nsenginc.com or text 847-732-7400 immediately. 

Want to learn how to get interviews even when rejected by the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)?

– Wish you knew how to access the “Hidden Job Market” that accounts for more than half of all the positions that companies are trying to fill?

These are just 2 of the topics that will be covered during my presentation. The biggest reason why it’s taking most job seekers 4-9 months to land their next job is due to a lack of “VISIBILITY”. When there are 200-400 applicants to every open job, trying to stand out from a crowd of qualified candidates can be tough. And that’s why you need to be willing to TAKE CHANCES that other job seekers aren’t willing to do. That’s how you get noticed and get interviews you may not be getting today.

During this presentation, I’ll share more than 10+ seldom used tactics you can implement to beat your competition. There’s a lot to be said about people who demonstrate initiative, and I’ll show you how you can be characterized in a much more positive and visible light. That’s what gets you interviews.   

Here are a few of the topics that I’ll discuss:

– Ways to stand out from your competition

– How to access the Hidden Job Market

– Increasing your visibility on LinkedIn

– Getting interviews after you’ve been rejected by the ATS

– Maximizing the value of your network for introductions

The agenda is as follows:

6:00 – 6:15  Open networking

6:15 – 7:45  Presentation and Q&A

7:45 – 8:30  Virtual networking via Zoom breakout rooms

All registrants will receive:

– a recording of the presentation

– 75 minutes of networking

– a list of all registrants and email addresses to expand your network

Saturday March 14th, at 9:30 AM

The Breakfast Club NJ Presents: AI for Job Search: Blueprint for Success by Gerry Peyton

 

Please share this with other groups you may be in.  Join us on Meetup.com at: http://www.meetup.com/The-Breakfast-Club-NJ/ to RSVP for the meeting.

 Presentation:

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how job seekers create resumes, cover letters, and other application materials. However, many candidates struggle to use AI in a structured, reliable, and professional way. This session introduces a practical workflow designed to help job seekers produce consistent, high-quality job search materials using modern AI tools. Drawing on experience in designing and evaluating technology solutions, the session explains how disciplined inputs, clear structure, and careful review can improve the clarity, accuracy, and credibility of AI-generated content.

Participants will learn foundational concepts, review real examples of AI-supported job search artifacts, and gain insight into the risks and considerations associated with using AI during the job search process. While every job seeker’s experience is unique, this approach aims to help individuals strengthen their professional narrative and present themselves more effectively.

 About the Speaker:

Gerry is a technology and risk management professional whose career spans roles as an IT Risk Director, IT Project Manager, and Statistician. He has developed and audited technology solutions and business processes and has created training programs that strengthen skills across technology and risk management teams.

In this presentation, he shares a practical approach he developed for creating job‑seeking artifacts in a consistent and professional manner using structured workflow design and modern AI tools. The approach worked for him, and he offers it with the hope that it may help others depending on their individual circumstances.

 About the Meeting:

  •   Meeting Date & Time: March 14, 2025, 9:30 – 11:30 AM (America/New York)

Presentation: 9:30 -10:30am – doors to facility open 9am come early to get settled in

Facilitated Networking: 10:30 – 11:30am

  •   Location: Conference Center of the East Brunswick Public Library
  •   Address: 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ
  •   Fee: $10 will be collected at the door to pay for the cost of the room.

 Note: Time & Location Change – our meetings will now begin promptly at 9:30am (doors open 9am please come early to enjoy some extra networking time and get settled in.

  •       Fee: $10 will be collected at the door to pay for the cost of the room.
    Note: Time & Location Change – our meetings will now begin promptly at 9:30am (doors open 9am please come early to enjoy some extra networking time and get settled in.
    There is ample parking both in primary lot directly in front of library’s main entrance and a second lot to the side of the library facility, but you must enter through library’s front doors to gain access to the conference center which is to the left rear of the facility after entering.

Additional Resources

My Networking Central provides continually updated information in one location to make your networking journey easier whether you’re looking for a job, for a networking group or a speaker for your event.

https://www.mynetworkingcentral.com/networking-groups-events/

Recurring Meetings

When: Weekly, Sundays from 9:00 – 9:30 am

What: Keeppace with George Pace – What you should know about the latest IT and AI

Where: Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/keeppace

More Information: Leading Technology speaker, Researcher / IT strategist /Enterprise Architecture / Cloud / Open Source / Kubernetes / Microservices / Docker / DevOps / Video / Social Networking / Application Rationalization

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keeppace

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keeppace

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@keeppace

Do you find it hard to “Keep Pace” with the never-ending stream of AI articles you encounter daily?  Wouldn’t it be nice to get professional insight into those topics, so you can be prepared for how AI will impact YOU and YOUR CAREER?

That is the driver behind my weekly LIVE Webinar (30 Minutes EVERY Sunday at 9AM EST), where George provides his insights to interesting AI advances AND the changes it will drive.

When: Weekly, Mondays from 9:00 – 10:30 am

What: The Ramsey Job Search

Where: Please contact Beth Berkenfeld at bberk2@optonline.net or 201-797-4342 if interested in joining the group.

More Information: Work Team meets every Monday morning. Networking starts from 9 to 9:30am and the meeting starts at 9:30 to 10:30 while virtual.  Members hold each other accountable at weekly (virtual) meetings for conducting a job search in earnest. Historically, the team has enjoyed a very high rate of “landings” by those conducting an active and vigorous job search.

Based on the Lee-Hecht-Harrison model, it’s more of a project management team made up of people committed to helping each other in the job search. By attending regularly and staying focused on key tasks, meetings serve as an advisory panel that knows you and your search and can offer answers to the questions that come up in job hunting.

Help others to help you (especially for the first few meetings) by having a prepared “elevator pitch” to introduce yourself. Jobs open up because there’s a problem to solve or a need to fill.

When:3rd Monday of each month, 10am – Noon ET

What: Executives in Job Transition

Where: Via Zoom (contact Paul Cecala at pcecala@cecalacareer.com for link)

More Information: No cost. Open to any job seeker nationwide. Each person has 10 minutes to introduce themselves and a primary issue holding them back from job search success (up to 2 minutes). The remaining 8 minutes are spent by the entire group collaborating on brainstorming solutions and best practices. Participants share their job search knowledge while gaining the benefit of the others’ expertise as well. As a way of giving back to the local community, Paul Cecala (certified career coach) and Gerard Raho (Business coach and financial advisor) facilitate the meetings. To obtain the Zoom link, please contact Paul Cecala at pcecala@cecalacareer.com. No information is shared with other organizations. No sales pitches to attendees allowed. 

When: WNO meets once a month, on the third Monday of the month.

What: The Westchester Networking Organization (WNO)

Where: virtual

WNO.weebly.com

More Information: The Westchester Networking Organization (WNO) is a community supportive of those who are in career transition. We provide a safe environment in which to network across industries, fields and organizations. Members share best practices, experiences and job opportunities. The WNO hosts meetings featuring presentations by thought leaders in relevant topics. WNO members are committed to assisting one another. WNO activities are coordinated by a committee of member volunteers. To volunteer, contact us.

Contact wno1635@gmail.com

When: Weekly, Mondays from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Virtual)

What: Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ)

Where: psgcnj.biz → Click “Zoom Meeting Registration Here”. Register by 11 PM Friday and save the emailed link for access.

More Information: Join us Monday mornings for expert speakers, job-hunting insights, and networking with peers.

Special Recurring Sessions:

  • 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 12:00 PM – Job Search Q&A with Maya Ollson, founder of Kokopella High Touch Outplacement (30-minute session).

When: 2nd Tuesday of every month at  5:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m onsite and   6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. via zoom. 

What: Northern Fairfield Professionals (NFP)

Where: Knights of Columbus building at Saint Rose Church

46 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT. Also via zoom see below.

More Information: The Northern Fairfield Professionals (NFP) is a free networking group that gathers monthly to foster connections and provide valuable resources for career growth. Open to professionals from all industries and career stages, our meetings are designed to help attendees expand their networks and gain the tools they need to advance in their careers. We focus on creating mutually beneficial relationships, where members can share ideas, exchange job leads and strengthen their networking abilities.

We usually have a guest speaker discuss a topic of interest for business professionals. For information on our next topic and speaker, please go to Northern Fairfield Professionals Linkedin group:https://www.linkedin.com/groups/74193/ 

VIRTUAL Zoom Meeting   6:00 – 7:30 pm

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When: virtually on alternate Tuesdays from 10-11:30am ET with rare exceptions

What: Career Conversations with Tony

 

Where: Zoom webinars

More Information: we offer a wide variety of highly interesting, informative, and interactive free webinars for those who are un/underemployed, in/considering a career transition. Q & A will follow. Zoom login info will be emailed the day prior to the session and registration officially closes at 8am the day of the session. Check our 2025 calendar for a list of webinar dates, topics, and descriptions:bit.ly/careerconversationswithtony2025. All are welcome, so please encourage folks in your network to join us. To subscribe to our listserv for occasional webinar announcements and reminders (including Zoom login info), volunteer or recommend a thought-leader or topic, or if you have any questions, please email Tony at: tony@absolutetransitions.com. Sessions are typically hosted by Tony Calabrese, founder of Absolute Transitions, LLC and Certified Get Five Career Coach, specializing in job search and career change. He’s certified by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (IPEC) and integrates career and life coaching in his practice. Tony also works with REA – Partners in Transition, assisting spouses relocating to the NJ / NY area. In 2023, he joined Careerminds as an outplacement coach after Get Five’s acquisition, as well as provides outplacement coaching for the White Hawk Group. Previously, he spent 30 years at Prudential Financial, advancing from Programmer to Director of Financial Systems. Tony lives in Maplewood, NJ with his wife, Carolina.

When: Every Wednesday at 9:30 am

What: PSGMC (Professional Services Group Morris County) Via Zoom Online

Where: email Dale at dfavia@optonline.net for Zoom Meeting ID and Password.

More Information: PSGMC presents a virtual meeting each week.  They provide relevant speakers to help with your job search, as well as provide a forum to networks. If you would like to attend our meetings, please email Dale at dfavia@optonline.net for Zoom Meeting ID and Password.

When: Wednesdays at 7:30 PM

What: Job Seekers of Montclair is a free, job search training and support group open to all.

Where: We meet at the Assembly Hall of St. Luke’s Church on 73 S. Fullerton Ave., Montclair, NJ and online.

More Information: We have professional speakers on a variety of job search topics including recognizing your accomplishments, developing your resume, networking, interview preparation, and dealing with road blocks.

Meetings and workshops are in person and on Zoom at 7:30 pm. Information about the upcoming meeting can be found on our website, https://jobseekersofmontclair.org. While you are there, you can join our weekly e-mail list where we send announcements of upcoming meetings or helpful information. Just click on Subscribe on the home page. You may also view our schedule and you have access to lots of resources. Our self-help group has been helping people in New Jersey and elsewhere get through the job search process and find new careers for the last forty years. For more information contact us at Richard@jobseekersofmontclair.org

When: Every Friday morning at 10:00 am

What: Professional Service Group (PSG) of Mercer County

Where: Princeton Public Library

More Information: The Professional Service Group (PSG) of Mercer County is a community program providing enrichment seminars for professionals in transition who are seeking new employment opportunities or exploring new career paths.  Meetings are always free, open to all, and do NOT require you to register in advance. Please check the PSG of Mercer County website Event Calendar for upcoming programs:https://www.psgofmercercounty.org/p/event-calendar.html.

All PSG of Mercer County meetings are in-person only without streaming or recording.

No Signup or Registration Required.

 Starting in May 2025, PSG of Mercer County will have 2 alternating weekly meeting locations:

  • 1st, 3rd and (occasional 5th) Fridays of each month at the Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ.
  • 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month at the Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren St, Plainsboro Township, NJ.

  

When: Meets virtually the first and third Saturday of each month at 8:30 AM EST

What: Careers in Transition

Where: Virtual

More Information: Each meeting offers: (1) various speakers and topics related to job search and career development (2) Resume Review.

Read more about us:  https://www.christchurchshorthills.org/careers-in-transition/

Link to sign up: : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3muBCmK-py-OMQH9RI8ne-TTlng6uwhTo ensure the security of our virtual meetings, invitations will be emailed directly only to members who register for the meeting.  Registration will be open until 5PM EST Friday before each meeting.

When: Wednesdays 12-1, 3rd Tuesday of the month

What: Penn State Great Valley Presents  My Career Transitions My Career Transitions

Where: Penn State Great Valley campus in Malvern, PA

More Information:  My Career Transitions has partnered with Penn State Alumni Career Services to offer virtual meetings and in-person networking events.  

 Please join us at our monthly meetings every 3rd Tuesday of the month to gain knowledge to support your career search and transition. Our meetings are virtual, with 3 in-person events a year in the Philadelphia area.

 To review our upcoming schedule of events, you can visit our event page or join our LinkedIn group

 With our new partnership with the Penn State Alumni Career Services, our members now have access to the following resources. 

  • Job Search Webinars every Wednesday from 12 – 1 pm EST on Resumes, Applicant Tracking Systems, LinkedIn, and Networking.
  • Alumni Career Services Networking Events are offered throughout the year in locations on the East Coast.

We hope you will continue to join us and spread the word so we can assist other job seekers in their job search journey.

 My Career Transitions: 

A regional program by Penn State Alumni Career Services for Alumni and Community Members. 

                         

When:  2nd Saturday of each month

What: The Breakfast Club NJ.  In Person Meetings

Where: Conference Center of the East Brunswick Public Library, 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ

More Information: Fee: $10 cash only (exact change appreciated), will be collected at the door to pay for the cost of the room

Why: Join one of the premier and longest running networking groups in New Jersey, founded in 2001 to help you with your career search

Website: https://thebreakfastclubnj.com/

Register at: https://www.meetup.com/The-Breakfast-Club-NJ/

 Please share this with other groups you may be in. Join us on Meetup.com at:https://www.meetup.com/The-Breakfast-Club-NJ/ to RSVP for the meeting.

Join The Breakfast Club NJ where people of all disciplines: IT, Finance & Accounting, Communications, Human Resources get together with a common focus to assist each other in pursuing new employment opportunities, tackling the challenges of their current positions, and providing a support network to and networking with the volunteers and other attendees that may be able to help you.  

The Breakfast Club NJ (TBCNJ) has returned to in person meetings!!! Our meetings will now begin promptly at 9:30am & end 11:30am (The Library doors open 9am please come early to enjoy some extra networking time and get settled in). The presentation will be 930-1030am then facilitated networking 1030-1130am then meeting will conclude but you can follow up on leads in room until noon. The new location is the Conference Center of the East Brunswick Public Library – address is 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ and Directions can be found at https://ilove.ebpl.org at bottom of home page under hours & directions:https://maps.app.goo.gl/JAudegdMQJX1ktbh8

There is ample parking both in primary lot directly in front of library’s main entrance and a second lot to the side of the library facility, but you must enter through the library’s front doors to gain access to the conference center which is to the left rear of the facility after entering.

Please help us by extending invites to anyone you know who is in transition. We will be collecting $10 Cash per attendee (exact change is appreciated) at door as we must pay to rent the room and are required to have insurance to use the facility. Looking forward to seeing everyone and welcoming you and the new members. No food or drink is allowed in the library as per library rules.

 RSVP via Meetup – https://www.meetup.com/home/ By RSVPing on Meetup, we can plan to have appropriate seating, and you will be able to contact other meeting attendees, and they will be able to contact you, as well. Additionally, any meeting changes will be sent out to members who register on Meetup. To receive our job listings, and timely job search and career updates, JOIN our pay it forward group atwww.thebreakfastclubnj.com.

When: On Demand – see below

What: Neighbors-helping-Neighbors (NhN)

Where: Go to: www.nhnusa.org

More Information: The has now changed its operating model from virtual meetings, face-to-face meeting to a one-on-one mentor/coach model. Our leaders and others who volunteer and are vetted by founder will offer one on one sessions with our membership information and a large amount of resources for NhNUSA may be found at www.nhnusa.org. There is both a registration for members needing help, along with a registration for applying to be a coach/mentor.  Please feel free to use the free career resources on this site and join their Linked-In group.

   

 

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Monday, February 9 | 10:30 AM – Virtual Meeting

Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ)

Speaker: Maggie Pazian & Jackie Damico

Topic: The 3 Work and Leadership Trends Shaping 2026

Registration Here

Overview: Join Maggie and Jackie for a conversation about what’s emerging for 2026 and how to position yourself for what’s next.The rules of work and leadership are changing quickly. What once signaled competence and credibility is no longer enough in a world moving at unprecedented speed. As expectations shift, success will be defined less by what we know and more by how we think, relate, and show up. Maggie Pazian is a leadership coach and internationally accredited specialist in emotional intelligence and behavior, with over two decades of experience coaching leaders and professionals across industries. Known for her collaborative and human approach, she helps clients navigate leadership challenges by increasing self-awareness, expanding choice, and building habits that support sustainable performance and well-being. Jackie Zerillo Damico brings nearly two decades in the life sciences industry and more than 15 years of leadership experience. Known for her people-first approach, she blends business acumen with deep respect for human connection, service, and growth. Jackie believes leadership is not about position, but about impact and helping others rise into their full potential.

February 9 – 6-9

Join Us For “Professional Critique” and “Organizing Your Job Search” 

 *Please Note: In the case of inclement weather, the “Special Notice” that is sent out, no later than 3 p.m. (CST) of the day of the Holy Archangels Parish Job & Networking Ministry meeting, will state whether the meeting will be both “in person” and “via Zoom” or just “via Zoom”.

 Please Join Us:

 In Person:

Holy Archangels Parish Ministry Center

729 Grand Canyon

Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169

 Via Zoom:

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6 p.m. – 7 p.m. (CST): “Professional Critique”:

Receive a personalized evaluation of your professional goals, and develop a customized strategy to expedite your transition into your next professional opportunity:

Holy Archangels Parish Ministry Center

729 Grand Canyon

Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169

7 p.m.-9 p.m. (CST): “Organizing Your Job Search”:

Which job search techniques are most effective, and are guaranteed to keep one engaged in his or her job search?

Steven Rosenblum, a Human Resources professional with more than 25 years in various HR roles, will provide strategies to maximize the effectiveness of your job search.

Steve has experience with regional management, training, succession planning, diversity program leadership and talent acquisition. He also has experience from his own job search, including finding new opportunities more than 12 times in the past 20 years.

In addition, Steve’s passion for helping people has made him a highly sought after speaker, and a respected professional who has spoken at an executive summit on change leadership, numerous networking groups, conferences, and area resume reviews. He also meets one-on-one, with those in transition, to assist them in finding their next opportunity.

Steve has also been involved in leading change, and has partnered with senior executives to support company growth, infrastructure, employee retention and performance optimization. He has worked for Sears, DeVry, Presentation Services/Audio Visual, Kraft Foods, Career Education Corporation, US Cellular, Infosys, Ryerson, SAC Wireless The Room Place, Painters USA, Level 5 Partners, Lucid Motors, and Yawye.Ai.

Steve currently serves as Vice President of the Board of Education for Schaumburg-Palatine Township High School District 211, as an HR Consultant at Salo LLC, and as Partner, Advisor and Deliver Executive at Level 5 Partners, providing recruiting efforts and HR consultation for several companies across the country.

The chat will be moderated by Tiffany Kochanski (

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanykochanski), a member of the Holy Archangels Parish Job & Networking Ministry, and any participants who wish

to ask a question during the presentation can send her a private message, via the chat, to do so. These questions will then be repeated, by one of the members

of the Holy Archangels Parish Job & Networking Ministry, to ensure that they are heard by everyone in the room. She will also be confidentially relaying any questions that are sent to her via private message. 

 Questions can also be sent to sainthubertjobministry@gmail.com.

 In Person:

Holy Archangels Parish Ministry Center

729 Grand Canyon

Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169

 Via Zoom:

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 Contact Us:

 Email: sainthubertjobministry@gmail.com

Phone: (708) 232-6535

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7:30pm. 

Our next Church of the Presentation Career Session Topic: “Knowing exactly what to say on your way to that perfect job!”

This will be presented by John Corcoran, parishioner and founder of Corcoran Career Coaching

It will be at the Church of the Presentation in Upper Saddle River, NJ in the Jerusalem Room.  

For those who cannot attend in person: This session is offered via Zoom:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86787917571

All are welcome to come to these sessions and we hope to see you there!  This session is worthwhile for anyone in the job market and/or building a network!   

 If you have concerns or questions at any time about your job, a search for a job, networking, assistance with interviews, etc. simply email presentation.cmm@gmail.com with your name, email address and a brief introduction and we will do our best to assist.

February 10th

Our next Northern Fairfield Professionals (NFP) meeting is on Tuesday, February 10th   via zoom (ONLY THIS TIME – WILL RETURN TO IN PERSON IN MARCH).

  •       Speaker presentation is from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
  •       Onsite meeting in Newtown, CT is 5:30 to 8:00 pm, with opportunities to network with other attendees at 5:30-6:00 and 7:30-8:00.
  •       Virtual meeting via zoom is 6:00pm to 7:30pm.  
  •       Links are below.  

 Topic:  Reinvent Your Role –  “A Human-Centered Approach to Career Navigation”

Description

A Human-Centered Approach to Career Navigation

“Reinvent Your Role” is our human-centered career pathway designed to help people navigate change, transition, and uncertainty in an AI-shifting world. This isn’t about pressure, panic, or starting over from scratch.

We recognize that career transitions can feel overwhelming. Our approach provides clarity and support during moments when the path forward feels uncertain, helping you move through change with confidence and intention.

Speaker: Kristina Martinelli   

Kristina is the founder of coaigence, a hybrid intelligence company on a mission to make AI approachable, practical, and responsible for everyone, from Fortune 500 boardrooms to local community centers.

Kristina created coaigence’s unique COMPASS framework. This four-pathway approach helps corporations strategically adopt AI while funding accessible education for job seekers, community leaders, and everyday people navigating this new landscape.

Kristina has  become a sought-after speaker across Connecticut and New York, translating complex AI concepts into real-world action. Her teaching style:  Smart, human, and built for real people, whether you’re a parent, professional, or lifelong learner.

 Zoom link:

VIRTUAL Zoom Meeting

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Best Regards,

John Barry
Founder,  ITech Consulting Partners

Recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Recruiting Firms in 2020 in the Professional Search Category

johnbarryitech@gmail.com  

Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 5 PM PT | 6 PM MT | 7 PM CT | 8 PM ET

Career Wake Up Call #121

This Tuesday is National Umbrella Day! Just like you wouldn’t leave home without your umbrella on a rainy day, you shouldn’t navigate your job search without the right protection and preparation. That’s why Tuesday on our Career Wake Up Call we’ll talk about how you can weather any storm in your career journey.

During our time together, we’ll explore the essential tools that serve as your “career umbrella”—those strategies that shield you from common job search pitfalls and keep you moving forward even when the forecast looks gloomy. Whether you’re facing the downpour of rejection emails, the drizzle of uncertainty about your next move, or the storm clouds of being labeled “overqualified,” I’ll share practical techniques to help you stay dry and keep your momentum going.

Don’t let your job search leave you caught in the rain! Join me this Tuesday to discover how to protect yourself from setbacks and position yourself to shine when opportunity appears. Together, we’ll make sure you’re ready for whatever comes your way!

Please bring your best job search questions to the call.

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Looking forward to seeing you on the call!

Regards,

Absolutely Abby

Your Host for the Career Wake Up Calls 

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (EDT) 

The Tuesday evening NJ JobSeekers group, normally at Trinity Church in Princeton, is moving online for the time being.  We will meet on the second and fourth Tuesdays, each month.

Web site:     https://sites.google.com/site/njjobseekers/home

Tuesday meeting permalink:     https://sites.google.com/site/njjobseekers/hot-link-to-this-weeks-online-meeting

Wednesday, Feb 11th at 10:00am ET 

Deb Krawiec from Arrow Career Consulting sponsors a free monthly webinar series. This month’s webinar focuses on Networking. Info below.

Webinar Title: Where is the Hidden Job Market

Webinar duration: 40 minutes (10:00am ET – 10:40am ET)

Webinar description: 80% of the job seekers time should be spent on networking and when networking techniques are truly effective, the job seeker expands their network almost weekly.  Attend this webinar to learn the 3 best kept secrets to how YOU can grow your network weekly and eventually tap into the hidden job market.  

Click here to register

Wednesday, February 11, 7:15 – 8:45 pm This Wednesday, Job Seekers is pleased to present Donna Hook, who empowers job seekers to develop and evolve their personal stories to winning in the job search. She’s excited to be sharing her newest presentation, The 4 Critical Connections You Need to WIN at Job Search. Join us this Wednesday, February 11, 7:15 – 8:45 pm in person or online. We meet at 73 S. Fullerton Ave., Montclair, NJ. In person is better because we have helpful material and light refreshments!

Click here to join Zoom Meeting.

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For phone only dial 929 436 2866 and enter ID + passcode.

Also, if you would like to give back to the community and add experience to your resume, volunteer for Job Seekers of Montclair. Reply to Rachael@jobseekersofmontclair.org for details.

Saturday February 14th, at 9:30 AM

The Breakfast Club NJ Presents: ‘Preparing for an “AI Interview” – Regardless of your AI Expertise’ by George Pace

Please share this with other groups you may be in.  Join us on Meetup.com at: http://www.meetup.com/The-Breakfast-Club-NJ/ to RSVP for the meeting.

 Presentation: You have learned how to use AI tools like ChatGPT to refine your resume, craft standout cover letters, and land interviews. But employers are rapidly shifting expectations: they now want candidates who can use AI to solve real business problems, not just boost personal productivity. In this new landscape, interviewers will increasingly ask questions like, “How would you use AI to solve this business problem?” – and without preparation, those questions will be difficult – if not impossible – to answer.

This BRAND NEW 2026 presentation shows you how to get ready for that shift, regardless of your current AI expertise. In this dynamic and actionable session, George will walk you through how to prepare for an AI-focused interview by covering:

  • 2025 AI news stories that are reshaping talent and skills expectations
  • How AI will impact every phase of job search
  • Explore 6 core activities that form the foundation of your AI journey
  1.   How to set realistic time investments and expectations
  2.   Techniques to visualize AI solutions specific to your industry
  3.   How to build a digital footprint that markets your AI skills
  4.   Key resources for tracking current AI use cases and industry direction
  5.   How to research a company’s AI ambitions and align your skills
  6.   How to deconstruct business workflows to identify AI opportunities and risks

You will leave with practical guidance and examples you can immediately use / reference in future interviews.

 About the Speaker:

George Pace is an IT technology leader focused on extracting business value from the latest technologies, with a particular emphasis on Artificial Intelligence. His work centers on how AI can be trusted in real-world, governed environments, building on the principle that “Trusted AI is Governed AI.”

George holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Seton Hall University and an MBA from Rutgers Business School. He shares his insights on his YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/keeppace and in  AI and Intelligent Agents blog at https://keeppace.substack.com.

 About the Meeting:

  •   Meeting Date & Time: February 14, 2025, 9:30 – 11:30 AM (America/New York)

Presentation: 9:30 -10:30am – doors to facility open 9am come early to get settled in

Facilitated Networking: 10:30 – 11:30am

  •   Location: Conference Center of the East Brunswick Public Library
  •   Address: 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ
  •   Fee: $10 will be collected at the door to pay for the cost of the room.

 Note: Time & Location Change – our meetings will now begin promptly at 9:30am (doors open 9am please come early to enjoy some extra networking time and get settled in. 

  •       Fee: $10 will be collected at the door to pay for the cost of the room.
    Note: Time & Location Change – our meetings will now begin promptly at 9:30am (doors open 9am please come early to enjoy some extra networking time and get settled in.
    There is ample parking both in primary lot directly in front of library’s main entrance and a second lot to the side of the library facility, but you must enter through library’s front doors to gain access to the conference center which is to the left rear of the facility after entering.

 

Monday February 16 | 10:30 AM – Virtual Meeting

Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ)

Speaker: Paul Cecala

Topic: Listen More, Talk Less: A Key to Career Succes

Registration Here

Overview: Join Paul for an interactive workshop that will allow participants to practice new or existing listening skills. Too often people fret that they either do not know how to start a networking conversation or cannot remember the people they spoke to. In most cases, being better listeners makes both these concerns disappear. Perfect 3 types of listening – Intentional, Inquisitive, and Reflective. Learn how better listening and less talking makes others more memorable. Paul Cecala, a certified Global Career Development Facilitator, corporate trainer, and author, has been coaching since 1999 and assisted over 4,000 people in either changing careers or starting their professional lives. His latest book, Take Control of Your Job Search, was ranked an Amazon #1 Best Seller in its category and the #2 best new read in 2024 for its category byBookAuthority.com. Currently, Paul is the principal and owner of a corporate training and career coaching business. He is a member of the National Career Development Association and on the board of the NJ chapter.  He has worked as a program manager for lifelong learning and workforce development training at 2 colleges and as a senior career counselor for a NJ workforce development office. He has also worked for several post-secondary career schools as Director of Career Services.  Prior to this he had a 15-year career in the corporate aviation industry.

Wed March 11th, 6:00-8:30CT

NSENG ZOOM Event (not in-person):… A presentation on “CHANCES WORTH TAKING DURING YOUR JOB SEARCH” plus a Round of Networking, a presentation recording & a list of all registrants. 50% discount if you register by Jan 31st.

Click HERE to register. If you have any problems with registering, just email mgilbert@nsenginc.com or text 847-732-7400 immediately. 

Want to learn how to get interviews even when rejected by the Applicant Tracking System (ATS)?

– Wish you knew how to access the “Hidden Job Market” that accounts for more than half of all the positions that companies are trying to fill?

These are just 2 of the topics that will be covered during my presentation. The biggest reason why it’s taking most job seekers 4-9 months to land their next job is due to a lack of “VISIBILITY”. When there are 200-400 applicants to every open job, trying to stand out from a crowd of qualified candidates can be tough. And that’s why you need to be willing to TAKE CHANCES that other job seekers aren’t willing to do. That’s how you get noticed and get interviews you may not be getting today.

During this presentation, I’ll share more than 10+ seldom used tactics you can implement to beat your competition. There’s a lot to be said about people who demonstrate initiative, and I’ll show you how you can be characterized in a much more positive and visible light. That’s what gets you interviews.   

Here are a few of the topics that I’ll discuss:

– Ways to stand out from your competition

– How to access the Hidden Job Market

– Increasing your visibility on LinkedIn

– Getting interviews after you’ve been rejected by the ATS

– Maximizing the value of your network for introductions

The agenda is as follows:

6:00 – 6:15  Open networking

6:15 – 7:45  Presentation and Q&A

7:45 – 8:30  Virtual networking via Zoom breakout rooms

All registrants will receive:

– a recording of the presentation

– 75 minutes of networking

– a list of all registrants and email addresses to expand your network

Additional Resources

My Networking Central provides continually updated information in one location to make your networking journey easier whether you’re looking for a job, for a networking group or a speaker for your event.

https://www.mynetworkingcentral.com/networking-groups-events/

Recurring Meetings

When: Weekly, Sundays from 9:00 – 9:30 am

What: Keeppace with George Pace – What you should know about the latest IT and AI

Where: Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/keeppace

More Information: Leading Technology speaker, Researcher / IT strategist /Enterprise Architecture / Cloud / Open Source / Kubernetes / Microservices / Docker / DevOps / Video / Social Networking / Application Rationalization

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keeppace

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keeppace

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@keeppace

Do you find it hard to “Keep Pace” with the never-ending stream of AI articles you encounter daily?  Wouldn’t it be nice to get professional insight into those topics, so you can be prepared for how AI will impact YOU and YOUR CAREER?

That is the driver behind my weekly LIVE Webinar (30 Minutes EVERY Sunday at 9AM EST), where George provides his insights to interesting AI advances AND the changes it will drive.

When: Weekly, Mondays from 9:00 – 10:30 am

What: The Ramsey Job Search

Where: Please contact Beth Berkenfeld at bberk2@optonline.net or 201-797-4342 if interested in joining the group.

More Information: Work Team meets every Monday morning. Networking starts from 9 to 9:30am and the meeting starts at 9:30 to 10:30 while virtual.  Members hold each other accountable at weekly (virtual) meetings for conducting a job search in earnest. Historically, the team has enjoyed a very high rate of “landings” by those conducting an active and vigorous job search.

Based on the Lee-Hecht-Harrison model, it’s more of a project management team made up of people committed to helping each other in the job search. By attending regularly and staying focused on key tasks, meetings serve as an advisory panel that knows you and your search and can offer answers to the questions that come up in job hunting.

Help others to help you (especially for the first few meetings) by having a prepared “elevator pitch” to introduce yourself. Jobs open up because there’s a problem to solve or a need to fill.

When:3rd Monday of each month, 10am – Noon ET

What: Executives in Job Transition

Where: Via Zoom (contact Paul Cecala at pcecala@cecalacareer.com for link)

More Information: No cost. Open to any job seeker nationwide. Each person has 10 minutes to introduce themselves and a primary issue holding them back from job search success (up to 2 minutes). The remaining 8 minutes are spent by the entire group collaborating on brainstorming solutions and best practices. Participants share their job search knowledge while gaining the benefit of the others’ expertise as well. As a way of giving back to the local community, Paul Cecala (certified career coach) and Gerard Raho (Business coach and financial advisor) facilitate the meetings. To obtain the Zoom link, please contact Paul Cecala at pcecala@cecalacareer.com. No information is shared with other organizations. No sales pitches to attendees allowed. 

When: WNO meets once a month, on the third Monday of the month.

What: The Westchester Networking Organization (WNO)

Where: virtual

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More Information: The Westchester Networking Organization (WNO) is a community supportive of those who are in career transition. We provide a safe environment in which to network across industries, fields and organizations. Members share best practices, experiences and job opportunities. The WNO hosts meetings featuring presentations by thought leaders in relevant topics. WNO members are committed to assisting one another. WNO activities are coordinated by a committee of member volunteers. To volunteer, contact us.

Contact wno1635@gmail.com

When: Weekly, Mondays from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Virtual)

What: Professional Service Group of Central New Jersey (PSGCNJ)

Where: psgcnj.biz → Click “Zoom Meeting Registration Here”. Register by 11 PM Friday and save the emailed link for access.

More Information: Join us Monday mornings for expert speakers, job-hunting insights, and networking with peers.

Special Recurring Sessions:

  • 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 12:00 PM – Job Search Q&A with Maya Ollson, founder of Kokopella High Touch Outplacement (30-minute session).

When: 2nd Tuesday of every month at  5:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m onsite and   6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. via zoom. 

What: Northern Fairfield Professionals (NFP)

Where: Knights of Columbus building at Saint Rose Church

46 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT. Also via zoom see below.

More Information: The Northern Fairfield Professionals (NFP) is a free networking group that gathers monthly to foster connections and provide valuable resources for career growth. Open to professionals from all industries and career stages, our meetings are designed to help attendees expand their networks and gain the tools they need to advance in their careers. We focus on creating mutually beneficial relationships, where members can share ideas, exchange job leads and strengthen their networking abilities.

We usually have a guest speaker discuss a topic of interest for business professionals. For information on our next topic and speaker, please go to Northern Fairfield Professionals Linkedin group:https://www.linkedin.com/groups/74193/ 

VIRTUAL Zoom Meeting   6:00 – 7:30 pm

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When: virtually on alternate Tuesdays from 10-11:30am ET with rare exceptions

What: Career Conversations with Tony

 

Where: Zoom webinars

More Information: we offer a wide variety of highly interesting, informative, and interactive free webinars for those who are un/underemployed, in/considering a career transition. Q & A will follow. Zoom login info will be emailed the day prior to the session and registration officially closes at 8am the day of the session. Check our 2025 calendar for a list of webinar dates, topics, and descriptions:bit.ly/careerconversationswithtony2025. All are welcome, so please encourage folks in your network to join us. To subscribe to our listserv for occasional webinar announcements and reminders (including Zoom login info), volunteer or recommend a thought-leader or topic, or if you have any questions, please email Tony at: tony@absolutetransitions.com. Sessions are typically hosted by Tony Calabrese, founder of Absolute Transitions, LLC and Certified Get Five Career Coach, specializing in job search and career change. He’s certified by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (IPEC) and integrates career and life coaching in his practice. Tony also works with REA – Partners in Transition, assisting spouses relocating to the NJ / NY area. In 2023, he joined Careerminds as an outplacement coach after Get Five’s acquisition, as well as provides outplacement coaching for the White Hawk Group. Previously, he spent 30 years at Prudential Financial, advancing from Programmer to Director of Financial Systems. Tony lives in Maplewood, NJ with his wife, Carolina.

When: Every Wednesday at 9:30 am

What: PSGMC (Professional Services Group Morris County) Via Zoom Online

Where: email Dale at dfavia@optonline.net for Zoom Meeting ID and Password.

More Information: PSGMC presents a virtual meeting each week.  They provide relevant speakers to help with your job search, as well as provide a forum to networks. If you would like to attend our meetings, please email Dale at dfavia@optonline.net for Zoom Meeting ID and Password.

When: Wednesdays at 7:30 PM

What: Job Seekers of Montclair is a free, job search training and support group open to all.

Where: We meet at the Assembly Hall of St. Luke’s Church on 73 S. Fullerton Ave., Montclair, NJ and online.

More Information: We have professional speakers on a variety of job search topics including recognizing your accomplishments, developing your resume, networking, interview preparation, and dealing with road blocks.

Meetings and workshops are in person and on Zoom at 7:30 pm. Information about the upcoming meeting can be found on our website, https://jobseekersofmontclair.org. While you are there, you can join our weekly e-mail list where we send announcements of upcoming meetings or helpful information. Just click on Subscribe on the home page. You may also view our schedule and you have access to lots of resources. Our self-help group has been helping people in New Jersey and elsewhere get through the job search process and find new careers for the last forty years. For more information contact us at Richard@jobseekersofmontclair.org

When: Every Friday morning at 10:00 am

What: Professional Service Group (PSG) of Mercer County

Where: Princeton Public Library

More Information: The Professional Service Group (PSG) of Mercer County is a community program providing enrichment seminars for professionals in transition who are seeking new employment opportunities or exploring new career paths.  Meetings are always free, open to all, and do NOT require you to register in advance. Please check the PSG of Mercer County website Event Calendar for upcoming programs:https://www.psgofmercercounty.org/p/event-calendar.html.

All PSG of Mercer County meetings are in-person only without streaming or recording.

No Signup or Registration Required.

 Starting in May 2025, PSG of Mercer County will have 2 alternating weekly meeting locations:

  • 1st, 3rd and (occasional 5th) Fridays of each month at the Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ.
  • 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month at the Plainsboro Public Library, 9 Van Doren St, Plainsboro Township, NJ.

  

When: Meets virtually the first and third Saturday of each month at 8:30 AM EST

What: Careers in Transition

Where: Virtual

More Information: Each meeting offers: (1) various speakers and topics related to job search and career development (2) Resume Review.

Read more about us:  https://www.christchurchshorthills.org/careers-in-transition/

Link to sign up: : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3muBCmK-py-OMQH9RI8ne-TTlng6uwhTo ensure the security of our virtual meetings, invitations will be emailed directly only to members who register for the meeting.  Registration will be open until 5PM EST Friday before each meeting.

When: Wednesdays 12-1, 3rd Tuesday of the month

What: Penn State Great Valley Presents  My Career Transitions My Career Transitions

Where: Penn State Great Valley campus in Malvern, PA

More Information:  My Career Transitions has partnered with Penn State Alumni Career Services to offer virtual meetings and in-person networking events.  

 Please join us at our monthly meetings every 3rd Tuesday of the month to gain knowledge to support your career search and transition. Our meetings are virtual, with 3 in-person events a year in the Philadelphia area.

 To review our upcoming schedule of events, you can visit our event page or join our LinkedIn group

 With our new partnership with the Penn State Alumni Career Services, our members now have access to the following resources. 

  • Job Search Webinars every Wednesday from 12 – 1 pm EST on Resumes, Applicant Tracking Systems, LinkedIn, and Networking.
  • Alumni Career Services Networking Events are offered throughout the year in locations on the East Coast.

We hope you will continue to join us and spread the word so we can assist other job seekers in their job search journey.

 My Career Transitions: 

A regional program by Penn State Alumni Career Services for Alumni and Community Members. 

                         

When:  2nd Saturday of each month

What: The Breakfast Club NJ.  In Person Meetings

Where: Conference Center of the East Brunswick Public Library, 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ

More Information: Fee: $10 cash only (exact change appreciated), will be collected at the door to pay for the cost of the room

Why: Join one of the premier and longest running networking groups in New Jersey, founded in 2001 to help you with your career search

Website: https://thebreakfastclubnj.com/

Register at: https://www.meetup.com/The-Breakfast-Club-NJ/

 Please share this with other groups you may be in. Join us on Meetup.com at:https://www.meetup.com/The-Breakfast-Club-NJ/ to RSVP for the meeting.

Join The Breakfast Club NJ where people of all disciplines: IT, Finance & Accounting, Communications, Human Resources get together with a common focus to assist each other in pursuing new employment opportunities, tackling the challenges of their current positions, and providing a support network to and networking with the volunteers and other attendees that may be able to help you.  

The Breakfast Club NJ (TBCNJ) has returned to in person meetings!!! Our meetings will now begin promptly at 9:30am & end 11:30am (The Library doors open 9am please come early to enjoy some extra networking time and get settled in). The presentation will be 930-1030am then facilitated networking 1030-1130am then meeting will conclude but you can follow up on leads in room until noon. The new location is the Conference Center of the East Brunswick Public Library – address is 2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick, NJ and Directions can be found at https://ilove.ebpl.org at bottom of home page under hours & directions:https://maps.app.goo.gl/JAudegdMQJX1ktbh8

There is ample parking both in primary lot directly in front of library’s main entrance and a second lot to the side of the library facility, but you must enter through the library’s front doors to gain access to the conference center which is to the left rear of the facility after entering.

Please help us by extending invites to anyone you know who is in transition. We will be collecting $10 Cash per attendee (exact change is appreciated) at door as we must pay to rent the room and are required to have insurance to use the facility. Looking forward to seeing everyone and welcoming you and the new members. No food or drink is allowed in the library as per library rules.

 RSVP via Meetup – https://www.meetup.com/home/ By RSVPing on Meetup, we can plan to have appropriate seating, and you will be able to contact other meeting attendees, and they will be able to contact you, as well. Additionally, any meeting changes will be sent out to members who register on Meetup. To receive our job listings, and timely job search and career updates, JOIN our pay it forward group atwww.thebreakfastclubnj.com.

When: On Demand – see below

What: Neighbors-helping-Neighbors (NhN)

Where: Go to: www.nhnusa.org

More Information: The has now changed its operating model from virtual meetings, face-to-face meeting to a one-on-one mentor/coach model. Our leaders and others who volunteer and are vetted by founder will offer one on one sessions with our membership information and a large amount of resources for NhNUSA may be found at www.nhnusa.org. There is both a registration for members needing help, along with a registration for applying to be a coach/mentor.  Please feel free to use the free career resources on this site and join their Linked-In group.

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