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Networking Opportunity: Wine for Wishes

by Angela Copeland | Feb 18, 2014 | Networking

Make-A-Wish Mid-South is hosting Wine for Wishes on Thursday, February 20th at 6:30 PM.

This year marks the 4th anniversary of the Associate Board’s Wine for Wishes event. Wine for Wishes is a charitable wine-tasting event for Mid-South young professionals, complete with a silent auction, live entertainment and fabulous food. Each year since its beginning, Wine for Wishes has increased in attendance, donations and, most importantly, wishes granted.

Make-A-Wish Mid-South grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. This event is hosted by Make-A-Wish Mid-South Associate Board, and will benefit the Make-A-Wish Mid-South Programs.

This event is $40 per ticket.

For more information, visit the event invitation here.

Working the (career fair) room like a pro

by Angela Copeland | Feb 17, 2014 | Career Fair, Networking, Newsletter

When was the last time you attended a career fair? Five years ago? Ten? Never? Chances are the last time you went to a fair, it was in college.

But, career fairs are not just something for college students anymore. They can be a great way to find an in person connection to a company you’ve been internet stalking for months. They’re also an alternative to submitting your resume to the online application process black hole.

Here are my top five tips to making the most of your next career fair experience:

Bring your business cards & resumes – You never know who you might meet at a career fair. Bring plenty of business cards AND resumes. If you don’t have any and you’re short on time, lean on an office store like FedEx to you started.
Bring your cell phone (and keep it on) – Although you should keep you phone turned down low or on vibrate, keep it on during a career fair. There’s a chance a recruiter may call and ask you to stop back by their booth to meet someone else, or to interview during the fair. Put your cell phone number on your resume. In fact, take off any phone number that’s not your cell during a career fair.
Reach out to recruiters in advance – Many fairs allow you to submit your resume weeks or months before the fair. This can help you to connect with recruiters and begin to schedule interviews in advance. If you already have recruiters in your network, reach out to them to find out if they’ll be attending.
Ask for on-site interviews – It’s a little known fact that many career fairs have private interview booths that are hidden away from the career fair floor. Recruiters often have lists of positions they’re hiring for, and a schedule of available interview times. Ask questions and find out if there’s anyway to get on their calendar during the fair.
Follow up – When you get home from the career fair, send every recruiter you spoke with a thank you e-mail. Follow up with a LinkedIn connection request to make the most of your new networking contact. If at possible, take these steps on the same day you attend the fair.

Last, but not least, continue to perfect your elevator pitch. Practice introducing yourself. You want to shake hands, and make eye contact while introducing yourself. Explain what you do, and what you’re looking for. This simple and concise message will open to the door to further conversations about job opportunities.

Lucky for Tennesseans, there are multiple career fair options coming up in 2014 to practice these skills. First, the Multicultural Career Fair will be held in Memphis on April 13th at the Hilton. To learn more about this great event, check out my blog post about it. This will be an excellent opportunity for those in Memphis to work on their networking skills and professional development while searching for a new job.

I will also announce a national career fair on Thursday, so check back on my blog for all the details.

I hope these tips have helped you. Visit CopelandCoaching.com to find more tips to improve your job search.

Happy hunting!

Angela Copeland

@CopelandCoach

Networking Opportunity: Multicultural Job Fair Memphis

by Angela Copeland | Feb 17, 2014 | Career Fair, Networking

Mark your calendars for a great event coming up on April 13th from NOON to 6 PM! ContigoCreative is sponsoring a multicultural job fair for Memphis at the Hilton Hotel.

It will feature a career fair, and guest speakers. It will be an opportunity for Memphians to network, work on professional development, and search for a new job.

I’m excited to be both a community endorser and speaker for the event.

To learn more, visit the Job Fair Memphis website here.

Networking Opportunity: “Heart of the City” Panel Discussion

by Angela Copeland | Feb 14, 2014 | Networking

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, MULP is hosting a panel discussion entitled “Heart of the City” on Thursday, February 20th.

Panelists will share why they love Memphis and how they stay involved in this cultural city! All meetings are open to Members & Non-Members. If you’re unable to attend the February Meeting, feel free to join us for an extended “Happy Hour” and appetizers at BlueFin from 8:00pm-10:00pm, 135 South Main Street.

To learn more about this event, visit the MULP Facebook invitation here.

Networking Opportunity: Delta Axis Does Memphis

by Angela Copeland | Feb 13, 2014 | Networking

Delta Axis is hosting a Delta Does Memphis event on Sunday, February 23rd.

Here’s more information from ArtsMemphis:
ArtsMemphis presents a spicy spin on contemporary art by a diverse group of artists. From the personal art collection of Delta Axis president Dr. James Patterson, these pieces feature compelling work by noted artists from around the U.S., including local talent. If you are a passionate patron of the arts, don’t miss this tantalizing take on contemporary art.

To learn more and to RSVP online, click here.