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Work Search Buddy

Work Search Buddy

Mission

The mission of the Work Search Buddy Program is to connect job seekers with a buddy to provide mutual support in their job search.

Why a Buddy Program?

With many of our chapter members in transition, we felt a need to address the feedback that job search can be a lonely process. The aim of the Buddy program is easing the ‘lonely’ aspect of the job search process by providing the ability to partner with another PMINJ member who is also in the hunt.Benefits of participating in the Buddy program:The main benefit of the program is having someone who can be a partner and sounding board. Please note this is not a mentoring program, and your buddy is simply there to support you, not coach or provide career guidance.

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Testimonials

Did working with your Buddy enhance your job search experience?

  • It was great having mutual support, setting goals together and sharing ideas with eachother.Provided accountability that I needed.
  • It was great to support each other through the process.

Is the buddy program helping you with your job search?

  • Mutual support, setting goals together and sharing ideas with eachother.Provided accountability that I needed.
  • It was great to support each other through the process.
  • Is the buddy program helping you with your job search?
  • Having someone to share ideas and keeping me accountable has been great.
  • I have enjoyed having a buddy to keep me accountable as well as having someone to bounce ideas off of.

What was the most beneficial part of working with your Buddy?

  • Accountability.
  • Community.
  • Sharing tips and leads for potential job openings. What has worked and what has not worked.
  • Having someone to bounce ideas off has been wonderful.
  • The on-going support and accountability.
  • We were able to share suggestions and ideas with each other that the other was not aware of. Frankly, I think my buddy helped me more than I helped her, but we are both in a good place job-wise. In our weekly meetings, we even give each other support beyond work search. It's nice to have another friend, especially in the PM field.
  • Having an accountability partner.
  • Having a partner to bounce ideas off of.
  • Being able to get a new perspective on my personal collateral, I.e. resume, elevator pitch, etc. Also finding out about new tools, techniques, etc.
  • Being able to bounce my ideas / questions off of someone else who has experience in my field.
  • Having someone to bounce ideas off of as well as the weekly accountability to the goals that I had documented.
  • Getting another perspective on my resume and job search.
  • "A sense of community" - we are all in this together.
  • The meeting regularly and talking thru search plans. It was also nice to be able to talk with someone who is experiencing the same situations.

How it works?Apply and be assigned:

  1. Complete the Buddy profile
  2. A group of volunteers will review your form and find a match from other applicants.
  3. You will receive an email providing your buddy information. In the event no buddy is available, you will be placed on a wait-list.

Begin the program:

  1. You will meet with your buddy a minimum of once a week until you both decide that you have completed the program.

What is expected of you?As a PMINJ member, you are aware of the PMI Code of Ethics and thus are expected to conduct yourself accordingly in this endeavor.  Additionally, do not share contact and other details about your buddy without his / her consent. Conversations are confidential between the buddies

https://www.pminj.org/members/webinars/2106wsb/2106wsb.mr

Career Search Networking Groups

George Pace, an IT Technology Leader, in Partnership with TBCNJ
S
undays from 9:00 – 9:30 am:, to discuss:
The latest Federal / State news as it relates to the Job Market
Updates related to Unemployment
Discuss proactive job search activities
To access the webinar, visit:www.facebook.com/keeppace. In the left-hand column, click on Videos, then click on the video that says LIVE. If you don't see the LIVE button, it hasn't started yet. For questions, please contact George Pace at: keeppace@gmail.com.

The Ramsey Job Search Work Team
Monday morning. 9 to 10:30 while virtual.
Members are expected to hold each other accountable at weekly (virtual) meetings for conducting a job search in earnest. Historically, the team has enjoyed a very high rate of "landings" by those conducting an active and vigorous job search.  Based on the Lee-Hecht-Harrison model, it's more of a project management team made up of people committed to helping each other in the job search. By attending regularly and staying focused on key tasks, meetings serve as an advisory panel that knows you and your search and can offer answers to the questions that come up in job hunting.
Help others to help you (especially for the first few meetings) by having a prepared "elevator pitch" to introduce yourself. Jobs open up because there's a problem to solve or a need to fill.  Contact Beth Berkenfeld at bberk2@optonline.net or 201-797-4342 if interested in joining the group.

The WNO (Westchester Networking Organization)
Third Monday of each month.  5:45 p.m
During the COVID pandemic, we are meeting via Zoom. The WNO is a community that is supportive and welcoming to those who are in transition and that fosters career fulfillment for all professionals, including those fully employed. We provide an opportunity to network across industries, fields and organizations.  Our monthly meetings include networking time as well as a presentation on a topic relevant to job search and career development. The contact e-mail ID for the WNO, wno1635@gmail.com.

Ken Lang, NJ Career Network Job Seeker Community
Mondays, 1 pm, weekly LinkedIn and networking Zoom event.  Find out more info here

Ken Lang for his weekly LinkedIn Live! event
Every Tuesday 1-2:00pm Register here or you can watch the broadcast live from Ken's LinkedIn profile and you can watch the rebroadcasts by subscribing to his You Tube channel

Morris County Executives in Transition
3rd Monday of the month from 10-12 noon through the Zoom link below. The group is a great opportunity to network for new contacts and job search ideas.  Feel free to share this with other job seekers you feel can use our assistance. The format is the same as always, everyone gets equal time to present their introduction and job search successes and challenges, then ask the group for assistance with the challenges. All are welcome.
Join Zoom Meeting (we use the same Zoom info each meeting)
https://ups.zoom.us/j/91254516371?pwd=VkpzMEhTNStPS1RKLy9mMmNTZVZaZz09
Meeting ID: 912 5451 6371
Password: mceit
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)

Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA
Tuesday 7:00 pm to 7:40 pm
A grassroots, volunteer, networking organization that is widely respected and recognized for its work in career advancement and job search support.  Zoom based meetings are held every week.  Registration is required through NhN’s website (www.nhnusa.org).

William Paterson University Alumni Association
Fourth Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom for an informative and strategic approach to landing the job you want.  We are pleased to launch a series of career workshops to help support you in your career search. Whether you’re in a current job search, considering a career transition or looking to take your career to the next level, these sessions are for you! Over the next 5 months, you’ll have an opportunity to learn the key elements of a job search strategy and a step-by-step approach to landing the job you want. We’ll take the guesswork out of the job search, so you will always know what to do next.

Professional Services Group Morris County
Every Wednesday at 9:30, psgmc presents a virtual meeting.  They provide relevant speakers to help with your job search, as well as provide a forum to network. If you would like to attend the meetings email Dale at dfavia@optonline.net for Zoom Meeting ID and Password.

NSCN Resilience Circle
Every other Wednesday 6:00-7:30pm From tools and techniques from wisdom teachers that will provide job seekers with alternative. This has provided an opportunity for people to share their frustrations and anxieties about job loss and subsequent job search with their peers. These sessions are only open to members of NSCN.  Expectations: We ask the following of each member: Commit to being willing and open to explore and take action from the wisdom thought leaders and various self-care activities, and actively participate in all group discussions and study topics that are presented.  If you are interested in participating, please email Michele Martin at mmmartin@rutgers.edu.

Northwest New Jersey Career Club (NWNJCC)
1st and 3rd Thursday of the month  Nancy Mackowiak, will conduct an ONLINE ZOOM Meeting regarding current job search issues and challenges. This group previously met at the Mount Olive Public Library. To join the meeting, join the Facebook group 'Northwest New Jersey Career Club' and a Zoom invitation will be sent to you, a day before the meeting.

The New Start Career Network (NSCN)
Every Thursday at 1:30pm, join for an hour of open discussion and support with Michele Martin, Marc Strano, and Maria Heidkamp. The agenda is based on your needs and questions. To learn more, visit the NSCN website or email us at 'Ask NSCN' nscn@ejb.rutgers.edu if you have questions.

The Professional Service Group (PSG) of Mercer County
Each Friday morning at 10:00am A community program providing enrichment seminars for professionals in transition who are seeking new employment opportunities or exploring new career paths. Meetings are always free, open to all, and do NOT require you to register in advance. Please check the PSG of Mercer County website Event Calendar for upcoming programs.

Become a New Start Career Network Member!
New Start Career Network (NSCN) provides free assistance to NJ residents over age 45 who have been out of work for at least 6 months. Membership includes:
Information and advice about the labor market and job search strategies, including over 100 webinars on all aspects of the search.
Free access to premium job search services such as Jobscan, Vault, and Big Interview.
One-on-one and group virtual coaching provided by trained volunteer coaches.
Resume & LinkedIn profile reviews and practice interviewing with coaches.
Referrals to a broad range of services through NSCN's partners, including education, training, mental health support, and financial advising.

To become a member, please visit www.newstartcareernetwork.org. For more information, please email nscn@rutgers.edu.

Career Search Networking Groups

George Pace, an IT Technology Leader, in Partnership with TBCNJ
S
undays from 9:00 – 9:30 am:, to discuss:
The latest Federal / State news as it relates to the Job Market
Updates related to Unemployment
Discuss proactive job search activities
To access the webinar, visit:www.facebook.com/keeppace. In the left-hand column, click on Videos, then click on the video that says LIVE. If you don't see the LIVE button, it hasn't started yet. For questions, please contact George Pace at: keeppace@gmail.com.

The Ramsey Job Search Work Team
Monday morning. 9 to 10:30 while virtual.
Members are expected to hold each other accountable at weekly (virtual) meetings for conducting a job search in earnest. Historically, the team has enjoyed a very high rate of "landings" by those conducting an active and vigorous job search.  Based on the Lee-Hecht-Harrison model, it's more of a project management team made up of people committed to helping each other in the job search. By attending regularly and staying focused on key tasks, meetings serve as an advisory panel that knows you and your search and can offer answers to the questions that come up in job hunting.
Help others to help you (especially for the first few meetings) by having a prepared "elevator pitch" to introduce yourself. Jobs open up because there's a problem to solve or a need to fill.  Contact Beth Berkenfeld at bberk2@optonline.net or 201-797-4342 if interested in joining the group.

The WNO (Westchester Networking Organization)
Third Monday of each month.  5:45 p.m
During the COVID pandemic, we are meeting via Zoom. The WNO is a community that is supportive and welcoming to those who are in transition and that fosters career fulfillment for all professionals, including those fully employed. We provide an opportunity to network across industries, fields and organizations.  Our monthly meetings include networking time as well as a presentation on a topic relevant to job search and career development. The contact e-mail ID for the WNO, wno1635@gmail.com.

Ken Lang, NJ Career Network Job Seeker Community
Mondays, 1 pm, weekly LinkedIn and networking Zoom event.  Find out more info here

Ken Lang for his weekly LinkedIn Live! event
Every Tuesday 1-2:00pm Register here or you can watch the broadcast live from Ken's LinkedIn profile and you can watch the rebroadcasts by subscribing to his You Tube channel

Morris County Executives in Transition
3rd Monday of the month from 10-12 noon through the Zoom link below. The group is a great opportunity to network for new contacts and job search ideas.  Feel free to share this with other job seekers you feel can use our assistance. The format is the same as always, everyone gets equal time to present their introduction and job search successes and challenges, then ask the group for assistance with the challenges. All are welcome.
Join Zoom Meeting (we use the same Zoom info each meeting)
https://ups.zoom.us/j/91254516371?pwd=VkpzMEhTNStPS1RKLy9mMmNTZVZaZz09
Meeting ID: 912 5451 6371
Password: mceit
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)

Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA
Tuesday 7:00 pm to 7:40 pm
A grassroots, volunteer, networking organization that is widely respected and recognized for its work in career advancement and job search support.  Zoom based meetings are held every week.  Registration is required through NhN’s website (www.nhnusa.org).

William Paterson University Alumni Association
Fourth Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom for an informative and strategic approach to landing the job you want.  We are pleased to launch a series of career workshops to help support you in your career search. Whether you’re in a current job search, considering a career transition or looking to take your career to the next level, these sessions are for you! Over the next 5 months, you’ll have an opportunity to learn the key elements of a job search strategy and a step-by-step approach to landing the job you want. We’ll take the guesswork out of the job search, so you will always know what to do next.

Professional Services Group Morris County
Every Wednesday at 9:30, psgmc presents a virtual meeting.  They provide relevant speakers to help with your job search, as well as provide a forum to network. If you would like to attend the meetings email Dale at dfavia@optonline.net for Zoom Meeting ID and Password.

NSCN Resilience Circle
Every other Wednesday 6:00-7:30pm From tools and techniques from wisdom teachers that will provide job seekers with alternative. This has provided an opportunity for people to share their frustrations and anxieties about job loss and subsequent job search with their peers. These sessions are only open to members of NSCN.  Expectations: We ask the following of each member: Commit to being willing and open to explore and take action from the wisdom thought leaders and various self-care activities, and actively participate in all group discussions and study topics that are presented.  If you are interested in participating, please email Michele Martin at mmmartin@rutgers.edu.

Northwest New Jersey Career Club (NWNJCC)
1st and 3rd Thursday of the month  Nancy Mackowiak, will conduct an ONLINE ZOOM Meeting regarding current job search issues and challenges. This group previously met at the Mount Olive Public Library. To join the meeting, join the Facebook group 'Northwest New Jersey Career Club' and a Zoom invitation will be sent to you, a day before the meeting.

The New Start Career Network (NSCN)
Every Thursday at 1:30pm, join for an hour of open discussion and support with Michele Martin, Marc Strano, and Maria Heidkamp. The agenda is based on your needs and questions. To learn more, visit the NSCN website or email us at 'Ask NSCN' nscn@ejb.rutgers.edu if you have questions.

The Professional Service Group (PSG) of Mercer County
Each Friday morning at 10:00am A community program providing enrichment seminars for professionals in transition who are seeking new employment opportunities or exploring new career paths. Meetings are always free, open to all, and do NOT require you to register in advance. Please check the PSG of Mercer County website Event Calendar for upcoming programs.

Become a New Start Career Network Member!
New Start Career Network (NSCN) provides free assistance to NJ residents over age 45 who have been out of work for at least 6 months. Membership includes:
Information and advice about the labor market and job search strategies, including over 100 webinars on all aspects of the search.
Free access to premium job search services such as Jobscan, Vault, and Big Interview.
One-on-one and group virtual coaching provided by trained volunteer coaches.
Resume & LinkedIn profile reviews and practice interviewing with coaches.
Referrals to a broad range of services through NSCN's partners, including education, training, mental health support, and financial advising.

To become a member, please visit www.newstartcareernetwork.org. For more information, please email nscn@rutgers.edu.

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• Awareness of member needs and desires • Enthusiasm • Negotiation • Organization of multiple events • Professionalism

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Excellent written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, good collaboration skills and the ability to work as a team, good organizational skills to manage according to deadlines. Good understanding and knowledge of PowerPoint.

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• Must have extensive knowledge of what you would like to training on • Training background.

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AV Support for Programs

Excellent verbal skills, ability to work with a team, troubleshoot issues, ability to work under pressure, and good organizational skills, and manage according to deadlines. Must have a working knowledge of AV software and equipment.

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Working knowledge of current PM practices in any industry, especially Predictive (Waterfall) and Scrum methodologies

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