LOCAL PROFESSIONALS JOIN TOGETHER TO PRESENT FREE BECOME EMPLOYABLE SEMINARS

In today’s struggling economy, unemployment is a growing problem in the U.S., with more than 12 million people – ranging from high school graduates in traditionally blue-collar jobs to executives with PhDs – currently without jobs. To address this problem locally, two upcoming Become Employable seminars are being planned to help jobless individuals cope with their unique situation and prepare for their future careers.

The seminars, which are free of charge and open to all unemployed individuals from the tri-state region, will take place from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on the following date at this location:

April 8th at the Fort Wayne Campus of Trine University, 9910 Dupont Circle Drive East, Suite 130 (located off Dupont Road at I-69).

Speakers and topics for the Become Employable seminars will include:

• Tom Tonkel of The Professional Edge on coping skills,resumes, interviews and getting the attention of Human Resources Professionals and Hiring Managers.
• Dan Surface of Surface Coaching on motivational techniques to help take charge of your life.
• Yvonne Smith, licensed social worker and professional life coach, on coping with and surviving unemployment and career seeking
• Joe Dager of Business901 and Duct Tape Marketing on marketing yourself as an individual jobseeker.
• Randi Ginder, Mary Kay image consultant, on body image and making a positive first impression for both men and women.
• Cherrie Ditto of Trine University Fort Wayne on self-improvement through education.
• Terri L Magley-Vice President Wachovia Securities Financial Advisory.

Following the above presentations, seminar attendees will have an opportunity to interact with the presenters to have their questions answered and to network with other jobseekers who share common concerns and experiences. Thanks to the generosity of several local businesspersons, complimentary refreshments and door prizes will be provided.

Unemployed individuals from all types of careers and educational backgrounds are invited to attend the Become Employable seminar. There is no charge to attend the seminar , but please acknowledge your attendance. You only need to register for one event.