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  • 06-Aug-10 08:14 | anonymous

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Baseball and Networking is the New American Pastime

    The economy is still a buyers market for hiring companies. In between interviews and rejections, baseball is still the favorite past time in the United States. With organizations that helped many land jobs, two well known networking umpires join forces to give their members a chance to meet recruiters during Somerset Patriots baseball game.

    New York, NY August 6, 2010 -- The buzz abounds about networking with friends and business associates to jump start careers and get job interviews.  By the same token, nothing puts the economic blues on hold when Americans get together to watch a baseball game.  On August 29, 2010 the Somerset Patriots are hosting a pregame career networking event. Organized by Frank Kovacs, founder of The Breakfast Club NJ, in association with Empowering Today's Professionals, founded by Rod Colon, job seekers will be able to meet hiring recruiters.

    With gates opening at 2:00PM this career networking event will take place on the concourse of the TD Bank Ballpark, home of the Somerset Patriots, located at 860 East Main Street, Bridgewater, NJ.  Then all attendees can enjoy a Somerset Patriots game in upper box seats.  Patrick McVerry, General Manager with the Somerset Patriots said, "Working with The Breakfast Club NJ we are glad to host this event with a specially discounted price of $7 per ticket. This will be a very affordable family day out for both networking and watching our team play against the Maryland Blue Crabs."  Nissan USA will be giving away camouflage Patriots hats to the first 2,000 Fans in attendance.  Tickets can be purchased by calling Ken Greco at (908)252-0700 X223.

    "The Breakfast Club NJ (http://www.thebreakfastclubnj.com) started simply by inviting some friends who were in transition, post 9/11, to breakfast.  Members learn about the process and methodology around a job search.  We have honed this message over the years to help those in transition with career management needs" states Founder, Frank Kovacs

    In almost 10 years The Breakfast Club NJ (TBCNJ) has blossomed to now over 3,000 members and Empowering Today's Professionals (ETP) track record in helping hundreds land jobs in the last year alone.  Frank Kovacs and Rod Colon, along with other individuals in other networking groups have helped thousands of individuals find jobs. Some of the supporting networking groups include TENG, FENG, MENG, NJSEG, PSENG, MIS NETWORK ASSOCIATION, SPNG, CNG.

    "Partnering with Frank Kovacs and The Breakfast Club NJ, Empowering Today's Professionals is looking forward to this August 29, 2010 event as an awesome opportunity for many career professionals in transition to network with recruiters and develop new reciprocal business relationships" says Rod Colon, ETP Founder and author of Win the Race for 21st Century Jobs.

     

    It is expected to be a good turn out for people in transition, with other professionals interested in career management and several networking groups from the New York / New Jersey area are expected to attend. Area groups leaders will also come together for a very exciting, first of it's kind, day at the Somerset Patriots ballpark.   This is not just an ordinary day to only enjoy a great day at Americas Favorite Pastime, but also bring their resumes and business cards and mingle with other networkers to connect with some of the best recruiters in the industry.

    Who would of thought two guys, like Frank Kovacs and Rod Colon, could make such huge strides with helping so many people by sharing knowledge gained over 10 years of volunteering their time.  Despite corporate downsizings and tough economic times Frank and Rod have successfully made achievements for their part in putting America back to work.

    About TheBreakfastClubNJ
    Our group was created to promote social networking, career growth and to help people in career or job transition.  Meetings are held on the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Days Hotel Conference Center East Brunswick, 195 Route 18 South - NJ Parkway/I-95S Exit 9, East Brunswick, NJ 08816. We meet downstairs in the Middlesex Conference Room. There is a fee of $10.00 to cover the cost of the room. The meetings start at 8am but try to arrive between 7:30 - 7:45 for networking. .  Email: info[AT]TheBreakfastClubNJ[DOT]com  Tel: (732)310-2500 Web: www.TheBreakfastClubNJ.com

    About Empowering Today’s Professionals
    The mission of ETP is to encourage, train, support, mentor and advise fellow CEOs of ME, Incorporated in all aspects of defined responsibilities to their personal Board of Directors.  ETP's proven education programs and methodologies guide each member through "HOW" to specifically land a job and develop self empowering career management goals.   Email: Membership[AT]ETPnetwork[DOT]com  Tel: 732-367-5580  Purchase Win the Race for 21st Century Jobs at www.ETPnetwork.com

    Contact
    Frank Kovacs
    The Breakfast Club NJ
    Email: fkovacs[AT]comcast[DOT]net
    Tel:
    732-310-2500

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  • 18-May-10 08:30 | anonymous

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    For Immediate Release

    May 18, 2010

    Author, Motivational Speaker Rod Colon Hosts Seminar With BlueClaws June 15th

    LAKEWOOD, NJ - The Lakewood BlueClaws are pleased to welcome Rod Colon, author and international motivational speaker, to FirstEnergy Park on Tuesday, June 15th for a presentation entitled "Manage Your Career as The CEO of ME, Inc."

    Colon, who wrote the recently-published "Win the Race for 21st Century Jobs" will lead a workshop before the game. Each guest will receive a game ticket, 90-minute picnic buffet at the game and a copy of the book, as well as a meet-and-greet and networking opportunity with Colon and the other guests.

    "Just like 21st century technology is different from 20th century technology, so too is the 21st century job market different from the 20th century job market," said Colon. "There are new tools and new things everyone needs to know, and we hope to dive in to that at our seminar.

    "We thank the BlueClaws for their support in putting on what should be a fun and informative event."

    Fans can arrive at the ballpark on June 15th beginning at 4:30 for networking and registration. Colon's presentation will begin at 5:00.

    The seminar will cover:

    • Networking: Learn to build, track, and maintain your network to keep the job search machinery running smoothly
    • CEO of ME, Inc.: Learn to think like a CEO and manage your job search and your career as a business
    • Value Proposition: Learn to make yourself the most attractive candidate to decision-makers
    • 7-Step Methodology: Learn how to follow a 7-step plan that leverages the power of advocates to help you get the interview

    Registration is $34.95 and includes and the seminar, networking opportunities, a copy of the book, and in-game picnic (which starts at 6:30, a half-hour before first pitch). For more information or to register, contact Josh Feinberg at 732-901-7000 ext 174 or jfeinberg@blueclaws.com, or click here to download a registration form.

    The Lakewood BlueClaws are in their tenth season of providing family fun and entertainment at the Jersey Shore. They have led the South Atlantic League in attendance in each year of existence.

    The team returns home on Thursday, May 20th, for an eight-game homestand. Tickets are on sale now at 732-901-7000 or online at BlueClaws.com.

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    phone: 732-901-7000

  • 28-Apr-10 15:26 | anonymous
    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Being Nimble is Key to Survival in Job Market

    There is a difference between nimble and flexible. After landing a job, employees must be flexible to daily management priorities.  Whether employed or in a job search, being nimble requires continuous forward thinking to respond quickly to dynamic company or economic shifts.   One organization provides education programs that teach members to be nimble thinkers.

    Charlotte, NC April 28, 2010 -- Developing interdependent network relationships is a learned skill to remain agile in keeping your business options open.  With networking as a core foundation to accomplish this, Empowering Today’s Professionals (ETP) Network has established quite a track record helping hundreds of people land jobs in the last 12 months.

    With much success holding “self empowering” career management meetings in the New York and New Jersey area, ETP Network is expanding south into Charlotte, NC.   Led by ETP Network member and CEO of Gala Affairs by AtUrbest, Amanda Sherman, the ETP Charlotte Network Group will hold its 3rd meeting on April 29, 2010 at 6:00PM at Weeping Willow Fellowship Hall 2220 Milton Rd Charlotte, NC 28215.   “The fact that professionals and business owners are taught to be their own CEO of ME, Inc., success is more assured in the current economy. This is why I’m proud to be associated with ETP Network.  I look forward to hosting ETP Network CEO, Mr. Rod Colon as guest speaker at our meeting” says Ms. Sherman.

    Beyond college and MBA programs, knowing the approaches and etiquette for properly developing network relationships positions professionals to stay poised for reacting to unknown business changes.  “To empower our members to hit the ground running, our member services team bundles our book Win the Race for 21st Century Jobs as part of every membership package”, says Rod Colon, Founder and CEO of Empowering Today’s Professionals Network.  Rod further states “combining our weekly job search training calls with our proprietary 7 Step Job Search © allows members to multi thread advocates to facilitate scheduling job interviews quicker”.

    So being ready to adjust at a moment’s notice is really what nimble is about.  This can only be achieved by aligning oneself with a global organization, such as ETP Network.  The synergy of a network supporting each individual to succeed makes all the difference for ongoing success, no matter how economic factors impact corporations.  “Our secret weapon for keeping members nimble is our newly implemented ETP Network Angel program.  Our angels inside companies help ETP Network members to get placed at the head of the line for interviews. Our benefits package has proven to work for both career professionals and business owners. No other organization teaches members how to network. We do.” states Carl E. Reid, ETP Network Chief Operations Officer.

    About Empowering Today’s Professionals (ETP) Network
    The mission of ETP Network is to encourage, train, support, mentor and advise fellow CEOs of ME, Incorporated in all aspects of defined responsibilities to their personal Board of Directors. ETP's proven education programs and methodologies guide each member through "HOW" to specifically land a job and develop self empowering career management goals.  Email: membership@etpnetwork.com Tel:Web: www.etpnetwork.com 732-367-5580

    Contact
    Phyllis Shelton, Public Relations Director
    iPower Global Solutions
    Tel: 646-201-6597
    Web: http://www.iPowerGS.com

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  • 23-Jul-09 08:11 | anonymous

    Scotch Plains-Fanwood Patch

    by Jake Lynn
    Read original published article

    With the national unemployment rate creeping toward 10 percent, job seekers can use all they help they can get. Some found welcome support at a free networking seminar held Tuesday night at the JCC of Central New Jersey in Scotch Plains.

    Sponsored by the United Jewish Federation of Central New Jersey, as well as Elizabeth-based Jewish Family Services, the monthly program is held at the JCC as a way to help unemployed workers with their networking and job-searching techniques.

    Aaron and Laura Cohen, a married couple who moderate the group, use a 7-step job search methodology created by national career coach Rod Colon and his ETP Network (www.etpnetwork.com). The central tenets of networking emphasize the use of free online tools such as LinkedIn as a means to widen one’s group of friends, colleagues and potential employers all in one central database.

    The Cohens also stressed the philosophy of ‘paying it forward’ when it comes to helping others find work even if you don’t have a job yourself.

    “Networking is as much about giving as it is getting,” said Aaron Cohen. “Almost always, the most rewarding jobs come by word of mouth rather than on the Internet. But they won’t just fall from the sky. You need to help others in order to help yourself move forward.”

    The 25 attendees also learned of additional free resources that the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development provides, such as the Professional Services Group (PSG). PSG locations, which are scattered throughout the state, provide a comprehensive list of career services to job seekers and also help place workers with potential employers. The closest location to Scotch Plains and Fanwood is in New Brunswick. Call (732) 418-3304 for more information.

    The group, which was made up of both first-time job seekers and those with more than 25 years of experience from a variety of industries, learned the fine art of the ‘Elevator Pitch’.

    “Being able to succinctly explain your skills and the value one can bring to an organization in 30 seconds or less can make or break your chances of getting the job,” said the Cohens.

    For Bob, a project management specialist from Fanwood, this couldn’t hit any closer to home. He explained to the group that he’d secured several interviews over the past year. But since his line of work is specialized and he’d been working for the same company for nearly 30 years, he hasn’t been able to persuade hiring managers that he can convert his skills to a different line of work. In this economy, he expressed deep gratitude for groups like this that will hopefully help him become much more marketable.

    For more information on the Central New Jersey Networking Group, e-mail centralnjnetworkinggroup@gmail.com
  • 02-Jun-09 09:24 | anonymous
  • 21-May-09 07:57 | anonymous
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    ETP Network founder Rod Colon told a meeting of the Central New Jersey Networking Group that he sees membership in such a body as an opportunity for each person to find ways to help others — and to receive the help they need themselves. “There’s no limit to how far this can go,” he said.

    At the May 12 meeting, there was more talk about exciting new possibilities than there were complaints about lost jobs, though many of the two dozen people there had felt that pain.

    The meeting was held at the YM-YWHA of Union County under the auspices of the ETP Network with support from the Jewish Federation of Central New Jersey and the Union Y. It was hosted by Aaron Cohen, the leader of the Central NJ group, and his wife, Laura.

    ETP — which stands for “empowering today’s professionals” — is a mutual help organization whose volunteer members teach networking and job search skills.

    Janet Fleischer of Elizabeth, who has extensive experience handling medical records and billing in doctors’ offices, when asked if she could train others in medical billing, lit up. “I could go into a doctor’s office, watch what’s going on, and within a day or two I could show them how to get things working far better,” she said.

    She, in turn, suggested that meeting participant Andree Laney of West Orange, an attorney who has worked in labor and employment law, could seek work helping doctors with compliance issues. Laney paused at that suggestion. “At first I wasn’t that receptive,” she said later, “but it’s the field my mother worked in. It could be really interesting.”

    Together we can

    Another meeting participant was Carol Einhorn, the social worker hired by Jewish Family Service of Central NJ, with a grant from the Central federation, to help people deal with the economic crisis through its Together We Can Community Economic Recovery Initiative.

    Recognizing the degree of distress in the community — and despite across-the-board funding cutbacks — the federation committed $176,000 to the JFS economic recovery team. It has also promised to continue funding at that level for at least a second year.

    Einhorn, together with the agency’s new vocational counselor, is offering — free of charge — vocational counseling, financial advice, and counseling to help people deal with the emotional issues related to financial stress and job loss.

    The JFS/federation program is offering counseling at the JFS offices in Elizabeth, but also at synagogues and private venues across the area. Einhorn sent out an invitation to congregations, offering to conduct programs and offer appointments at their buildings and to work with volunteers from the community to counsel job seekers and provide financial advice.

    Temple Emanu-El in Westfield was one of the first to respond, and she has been meeting with people there on a weekly basis.

    Einhorn is planning to offer talks and workshops on a variety of subjects related to the economic situation. One of the first will be on dealing with the strain that financial stress places on a marriage. Another topic will be talking with children about changes in the family’s finances.

    Contact info

    For more information about Jewish Family Service of Central New Jersey counseling or to make an appointment with social worker Carol Einhorn, contact her at 908-352-8375, ext. 239, or ceinhorn@jfscentralnj.com.

    For more information about the Central New Jersey Networking Group, contact Aaron Cohen at centralnjnetworkinggroup@gmail.com or visit www.etpnetwork.com.

  • 12-Mar-09 01:51 | anonymous

    Networking maven urges job seekers to link with dozens

    Read full article on New Jersey Jewish News
    by Elaine Durbach, NJJN Bureau Chief/Central

    These days, some very gifted and successful people are out of work. That’s both the upside and the downside of the unemployment picture, according to local job hunters.

    “You look around and there are such impressive people, it’s obvious that there’s no shame in being laid off,” said a woman attending a March 3 networking event at the Wilf Jewish Community Campus in Scotch Plains. “On the other hand, if people this good can’t find work, what can I do?”

    About 55 people turned up for the event, which was hosted by the Jewish Federation of Central New Jersey and the JCC of Central New Jersey, both housed on the Wilf campus. The initial gathering of the Central NJ Networking Group was organized by The ETP Network — “ETP” stands for Empowering Today’s Professionals — a mutual help organization whose members teach networking and job search skills.

    Aaron Cohen, a computer scientist from Westfield who is on the ETP board, ran the meeting, with assistance from his wife, Laura. Those present — about four-fifths of them men — had high-powered track records in information technology, marketing, law, education, and finance. Even attendees who described themselves as homemakers turned out to have resumes long in community organizing and fund-raising.

    Most had lost their jobs within the previous few weeks. Some were working part-time. A handful said they had recently found employment — an acknowledgement that drew applause each time — but were keeping their options open. Read more . . .

  • 11-Mar-09 10:40 | anonymous

    Click here to read full article on All Spammed Up Blog

    I recently joined a few email administrator discussion groups on LinkedIn.  I was surpirsed to see how many administrators are currently in a job search.  Although you may already know how to identify email phishing scams, it’s easy to get so caught up in the pressure which may derail our focus.

    With the global economic meltdown, millions of people are out of work.  The stress is enormous. Marriages are dissolving, because  love jumps out the back window when money stops coming through the front door.  CNN even reports that many failed marrages can’t be completely dissolved, because couples can’t even afford to go their separate ways.  Tensions escalate as some couples are forced to stay together because they can’t sell property.  This is very fertile ground for email spam phishing scams to reap huge profits.

    The phishing sharks are circling the rough water of a highly competitive job market. This volatile emotional climate sets the  stage for people to make very irrational decisions. People in a job search are vulnerable and easy prey for phishing scams. Bank accounts are being emptied due to people allowing their emotions to override making practical business decisions.    It’s  easy for anyone to get lathered up with email scams promising a job opportunity or making fast cash working at home in, but a cool head and common sense must prevail. I can  personally attest there are legitimate work at home opportunities.  When I’m not providing technology support to email clients, I provide business career coaching services.  My wife also runs a very successful Internet eComerce business.

    Job Search Phishing Scam Prevention

    • Make appropriate adjustments to your spam phishing filters and make sure the most recent updates are in place.
    • Legimate job search sites will never send email that asks for personal information. They will also NEVER ask you to update your account via email with a link requesting you to login.
    • Using your computer mouse feather over links in an email. This allows you to verify the actual web site link.
    • When posting a resume online, take your time in creating a balance in disclosure vs. security. Use sites, like Careerbuilder and Monster, that allow suppressing personal information.
    • Use a complex password that includes letters, numbers and special characters.
    • Use multiple passwords on multiple job sites.
    • Don’t send your password to anyone in an email.  You are the only person who should know your password.

    Don’t send any money for job search services until you perform due diligence.  Many phishing emails present themselves as authentic services that will get you up and running with a new job quickly, but ask for a deposit up front. The Riley Guide provides many job search resources that are thoroughly verified by the owner of the this web site.  Consider using this guide as a reference.  Also consider global organizations, such as Empowering Today’s Professionals Network, that have a successful record in helping people land jobs without any up front fees. Use LinkedIn to verify companies. There is also a career management toolbar you can install to quickly obtain business intelligence on companies.

    Email job offers from unknown sources should be viewed as a phishing scam until you confirm its legitimacy.  As the famous Murphy’s Law states “if it looks too good to be true, it usually is”.  Gathering business intelligence heightens our use of common sense. This keeps emotions in check and money in your bank account.

  • 09-Mar-09 10:33 | anonymous

    Click here to read full article on Conduit’s Blog

     

    Blogging is a great way to interact with your community the features on your toolbar and the benefit of downloading and using it. 

    More and more community toolbar publishers are blogging about their toolbars.  This is the first of periodic articles highlighting such publishers and community toolbars.   With each mention we’ve highlighted one great feature of the toolbar and included both the link to the article as well as a link to download the toolbar.

    Have you come across other interesting articles? Have you blogged about your own community toolbar? Email us a link to the article [connect[at]conduit.com], we might feature it in a future Publisher Blog Spotlight!


    ETP Network: Career Management Swiss Army Knife

    Highlight: Using the ETP Network Toolbar Web seminar

    ETP Network provides professionals worldwide with an empowered business career management plan that leverages a powerful Trusted Network.  The ETP Network community toolbar was developed by members of Empowering Today's Professionals (ETP) Network as a community service for all Savvy Professionals worldwide.  

    The ETP Network community toolbar includes easy access to many job search/career development resources, linkedIn, the community’s yahoo group, and job boards. 

    Providing the toolbar to their community allows ETP Network to stay top-of-mind when their members are working at advancing their careers, and to provide their users with direct links and dedicated resources to use to their benefit. 

    Bi-monthly, the ETP Network founders offer a free webseminar, training users how to best use the toolbar to their benefit.  They also include participants testimonials on their blog:
    "I had it installed for about a week …  THIS EVENT HAD GREAT TIMING; TONIGHT WAS THE 1ST TIME And ITS APPLICATION APPEARS TO BE FANTASTIC. AS I TOLD CARL, I CAN SEE MYSELF USING IT AS MY DASHBOARD TO HELP DRIVE ROI to “ME, Inc,”. Thank you!"

    To read more about the toolbar and the web seminar:
    http://yourcareerisyourbusiness.blogspot.com/
    To Install the toolbar: http://etpnetwork.ourtoolbar.com/

  • 29-Jan-09 11:55 | anonymous

    Click here to read posting on flikr

    ETP Network provides members an empowered career business plan that leverages a powerful Trusted Network. ETP Network provides connections to over 9 million global LinkedIn professionals, members and strategic partners.

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