The Presbyterian Church of New Providence and Long Hill Chapel invite you to this 10 week worshop presented by Tom Wilson, former Global Head of Recruiting at Merrill Lynch.

Career Directions is created to benefit . . .

Those who are currently out of work, those considering a career change, as well as those just entering the job market.

Career Directions will be presented over ten Wednesday nights from 7:30-9:30pm, beginning January 25.

Advance registrations are appreciated. Registrations can also be made at the door. The workshop is offered free of charge and is open to the community.

About the Seminar Leader:

Tom Wilson is a recruiting executive with a broad array of experience helping major corporations attract outstanding employees - and coaching candidates at all levels of experience to successfully navigate the recruiting process.  The former Global Head of Recruiting at Merrill Lynch, Tom is currently a consultant and coach serving leaders of global companies and also is Chairman of Lime Connect, a non profit organization dedicated to providing career opportunities for people with disabilities.  In addition, Tom sits on Advisory Boards serving the McIntire School of Commerce at the University of Virginia and MIT’s Sloan School of Management.

Schedule of Seminar Sessions:

Wednesdays - January 25 - March 28 - 7:30 - 9:30 pm

1/25 Week 1:  Getting Started - Program Overview; Participants Expectations; Managing Your Job Search; Key Messages:  Exit Statement, Career Objective

2/1 Week 2:  Marketing Campaign - Job Search Resources; Networking

2/8 Week 3:  Resumes & Cover Letters - Develop & Refine the Optimal Resume & Cover Letter; Basics of an Electronic Resume for the Internet

2/15 Week 4:  Getting the Interview - Resume & Cover Letter Critique; Elevator Speech

2/22 Week 5:  The Successful Interview - Highlighting Your Accomplishments & Skills;
Handling Tough Questions; Interview Role Play

2/29 Week 6:  Getting the Offer - Thank-You Note; Effective Follow-up Techniques

3/7 Week 7:  Closing the Offer - Compensation Negotiations; Offer Letter

3/14 Week 8: Starting a New Job
The First 90 Days; Understanding the Corporate Culture; Do’s & Don’ts

3/21 Week 9:  Keys to Success - Making the Most of Your Support Networks;

Maintaining Your Personal Resilience

3/28 Week 10: The Big Picture - Putting Everything in Perspective