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Career Reboot is Gearing Up

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Career Reboot Group is Gearing Up for Success, and we've EXPANDED!! We are now in Orleans & Kanata , as well as our original location on Merivale Road. . .  . .  . . .  . .  . . The Hidden Job Market Emerald Plaza Monday Sep 17, 2018 at 6:30pm Applying for a Public Sector Government Job Beaverbrook Monday Sep 24, 2018 at 7:00pm Networking for Job Seekers Orléans Monday Oct 1, 2018 at 6:30pm Interview Roulette Emerald Plaza Monday Oct 15, 2018 at 6:30pm One-on-one Resume Help Beaverbrook Monday Oct 22, 2018 at 6:30pm Resume and Cover Letter Workshop Orléans Monday Oct 29, 2018 at 6:30pm LinkedIn: A Platform for Job Search Emerald Plaza Monday Nov 5, 2018 at 6:30pm Your Best Interview Beaverbrook Monday Nov 19, 2018 at 6:30pm Applying for a Job with the City of Ottawa Municipal Government Orléans Monday Nov 26, 2018 at 6:30pm . .  . .  . . .  . .  . . Bring your Questions & Get Expert Answers !   We look forward to seeing you...

The Art of Networking: Express to Impress

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M onday, May 14th, 2018 *** NEW LOCATION *** Ottawa Public Library Hazeldean Branch - Kanata  50 Castlefrank Rd.   6:30-8:00 pm The Art of Networking: Express to Impress ! Did you know that: •70 % of people in 2016 were hired at a company where they had a connection •80 % of professionals consider professional networking to be important to career success  •35 % of surveyed professionals say that a casual conversation on LinkedIn Messaging has led to a new opportunity  •61 % of professionals agree that regular online interaction with their professional network can lead to the way in to possible job opportunities ? Networking can lead to a job! But you have many questions:    •How can I start if I know no one? •How do I approach people? •How do I deal with my fear of being rejected?  •Who is the right person to network with?  •What can I do for my network?  •What can my network do for me? Come and practice with Noha Fahmi, how to network with p...

Social Media & Job Searching

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M onday, April 23, 2018 Ottawa Public Library - Emerald Plaza Branch  1547 Merivale Road,  6:30-8:00 pm Social Media for Job Searching with  Len Fardella Over 90% of companies use social media as part of their hiring process. It makes a difference!  You're at a significant disadvantage if your approach to job search is nothing more than finding and applying to job posts. The job search game has changed and the winners are those who understand the new rules.  Join Len for a fast paced 90 minute exploration of the new game, new rules, tools and how you play to win or more appropriately, get hired. Are you ready to win the game? Click here for Library description & registration Bring your Questions & Get Expert Answers !   . .  . .  . . .  . .  . . Upcoming Reboot Events: Mon. May 7 - Emerald Plaza Branch 6:30 - 8:00pm Secrets to Interview Success with Michelle Schafer Mon. May 14 - KANATA - Hazeldean Branch 6:30 - 8:00pm The A...

Applying to the City of Ottawa

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M onday, April 9th, 2018 Ottawa Public Library - Emerald Plaza Branch  1547 Merivale Road,  6:30-8:00 pm Applying for City of Ottawa Jobs with Matt Graham former hiring manager \deputy chief building official  So you want to work for the City, but you have lots of questions... Do I need to speak French? What about Unions? Where can I find job postings? Join us on April 9th as Matt shares first hand knowledge, on how to apply and interview for a job with the City of Ottawa.   Learn the process of how the City of Ottawa posts jobs, where to find them and how to apply. Matt will help navigate the ins and outs of the application process and share tips to limit your chances of being screened out.  He will discuss what to expect in the the interview, how to prepare, and what comes next. Matt will also delve into what happens after you get the position; the probation period, access to internal postings, the prospect of training, and a career strateg...

Coaches' Corner

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Monday, March 19, 2018 Ottawa Public Library - Emerald Plaza Branch  1547 Merivale Road,  6:30-8:00 pm Coaches' Corner Hosted by Sara Boisvert Certified Coach Practitioner   Are you feeling "stuck" writing your resume? Do you get interviews - and not get the job? Have you wondered how you can network and  promote yourself in the community? Bring your career and job search challenge on  March 19th and get 1-on-1 time with a career coach! Receive guidance and resources to get you back onto the path of success to land your ideal job! We look forward to seeing you March 19th! Sign up through the Library's Website. Click here for Library description & registration . .  . .  . . .  . .  . . Upcoming Reboot Events: Mon. April 9 - Emerald Plaza Branch 6:30 - 8:00pm Applying for City of Ottawa Jobs with Matt Graham Mon. April 23 - Emerald Plaza Branch 6:30 - 8:00pm Social Media for Job Searching with Len Fardella Mon. May 7 - Emerald Pla...

Get out of Job Search Hell

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From Job Search Hell to Hell-o Perfect Job! Seven action steps for accelerating your success. M onday, February 26th, 2018 Ottawa Public Library - Emerald Plaza Branch  1547 Merivale Road,  6:30-8:00 pm Do you spend countless hours firing off job applications for openings you find on job boards, only to get little or no response? Do you spend further hours building and maintaining multiple CV’s so that you can chase various different types of positions, but still get little or no success ? Something Needs to Change!! Join Career Reboot Group in welcoming Tim Ragan from  C areer Constructors on Monday February 26th (6:30 - 8:00 pm)  for his talk about Seven Action Steps for Accelerating your Success in your Job Search. Are you ready to take action? Click here for Library description & registration Bring your Questions & Get Expert Answers !   . .  . .  . . .  . .  . . Upcoming Reboot Events: Mon. March 5 - ORLEANS Branch 6:30 - ...