Summer time is over, alas, and with busy autumn coming a lot of interesting events are being scheduled - here is one of them, a great event for entrepreneurs and those who are just thinking to start a business:
“Tales From the Entrepreneurial Trenches”
In this panel discussion, hear first hand from several entrepreneurs on how they successfully started and grew their businesses. Learn how they did it and come away with some new insights into running a business.
The discussion will include the following topics
• The “Aha” moment when business idea was formed
• Raising capital to fund the growth of the business
• Landing the first client and growing sales thereafter
• Hiring the right staff
• Fine tuning products and services
• How business has evolved from beginning to today
After the discussion, guests will be able to participate in a Q&A session with the panelists. Open networking will take place before and after the panel discussion so you can interact with other entrepreneurs.
Entrepreneur Panel
• Rick Mazursky, The Executives Profit – www.theexecutivesprofit.com
• Kim Shambrook - Bespoke Cuisine – www.bespokecuisine.com
• Julia Stamberger, GoPicnic – www.gopicnic.com
• Patrick Stakenas, ForceLogix – www.forcelogix.com
Moderator: Jason Jacobsohn, The Executives Profit
Date: October 8, 2009
Time: 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Location: 120 N. LaSalle Street, 11th Floor Conference Room, Chicago
Cost: $20 (includes continental breakfast)
Sponsors: The Executives Profit and American Chartered Bank
For more information and to register, go to http://tinyurl.com/m8b36y or contact Andrea at 847-317-9296 or
andrea@theexecutivesprofit.com.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Some tips - from recruiter's side of the fence
Recently I had to move to “the other side of the fence” – I had to become a recruiter for a couple months. The project I am working on now needed an assistant and I was given a task to hire one. I always informed people in my book and in my blog about everything useful that I know from the point of view of the job seeker and now having tried the opposite role I felt I had to share what I’ve learnt in the process.So here are some tips:
1. Never start your e-mail to a recruiter with “Hi!” If you don’t know the name just say “Dear Sir/Madam”. You’d think everybody knows this but I got a ton of applications starting from “Hi” and the worst part - my FULL NAME was on the job post. People, show some respect! Honestly, I only looked briefly at the resumes of people who wrote to me in that manner I never considered them seriously for the position.
2.Even if the job post does not ask for a cover letter always submit one. It gives you an opportunity to draw the recruiter’s attention to specific aspects of your experience. You wouldn’t believe how difficult it is to figure out from just the resume why a person thinks he/she is qualified for the job. At the end of the day, I figured out, all qualified resumes look the same (there are standards and templates and more or less the same work experience) but it’s the cover letter that made the difference for me. It opens up the real person behind the resume template
3. Do not standardize your resume: create a resume for each position you apply for. If I am looking for someone with certain computer skills don’t devote just 1 line to this experience and 5 lines to your leadership experience in Church Camp ABC. And sure your wrote on that line that you actually spent 5 years doing that job which, I guess, relates to what I am looking for but don’t make me GUESS, write more about it, put it in bold and delete your Church Camp experience completely- it just distracts my attention!
4. If you are applying for a position and you can show some examples of your work – do it, even if they don’t ask you for it in the job post (may be they thought it is self-explanatory that you have to send them) I asked about certain experience with video making in my job post and only about 20% of applicants sent me examples of their video work with their resume! I didn’t ask for them specifically but I ASSUMED that anyone in his right mind who will try to “sell” his skills to me and impress me WILL attach the videos. May be I am not a perfect recruiter and I cannot create a good job post but do you think all others can??? Never rely 100% on the job post!! Do what you think is logical and what will help market you better. Send whatever extras you think relevant (but don’t send junk!)
5. When you are asked to submit some names of people for references don’t just submit the names, submit a complete reference. It saves my time and if I have a question the name and phone number of the person who gave you the reference is right there. And you know what? Even if you are not asked for references it still won’t hurt to submit a couple that make you look really good.
6. And, finally, NEVER start your cover letter with “I am not entirely sure if I qualify for this position…” I am not going to read beyond that line. If you are not entirely sure I am entirely unsure you qualify!
1. Never start your e-mail to a recruiter with “Hi!” If you don’t know the name just say “Dear Sir/Madam”. You’d think everybody knows this but I got a ton of applications starting from “Hi” and the worst part - my FULL NAME was on the job post. People, show some respect! Honestly, I only looked briefly at the resumes of people who wrote to me in that manner I never considered them seriously for the position.
2.Even if the job post does not ask for a cover letter always submit one. It gives you an opportunity to draw the recruiter’s attention to specific aspects of your experience. You wouldn’t believe how difficult it is to figure out from just the resume why a person thinks he/she is qualified for the job. At the end of the day, I figured out, all qualified resumes look the same (there are standards and templates and more or less the same work experience) but it’s the cover letter that made the difference for me. It opens up the real person behind the resume template
3. Do not standardize your resume: create a resume for each position you apply for. If I am looking for someone with certain computer skills don’t devote just 1 line to this experience and 5 lines to your leadership experience in Church Camp ABC. And sure your wrote on that line that you actually spent 5 years doing that job which, I guess, relates to what I am looking for but don’t make me GUESS, write more about it, put it in bold and delete your Church Camp experience completely- it just distracts my attention!
4. If you are applying for a position and you can show some examples of your work – do it, even if they don’t ask you for it in the job post (may be they thought it is self-explanatory that you have to send them) I asked about certain experience with video making in my job post and only about 20% of applicants sent me examples of their video work with their resume! I didn’t ask for them specifically but I ASSUMED that anyone in his right mind who will try to “sell” his skills to me and impress me WILL attach the videos. May be I am not a perfect recruiter and I cannot create a good job post but do you think all others can??? Never rely 100% on the job post!! Do what you think is logical and what will help market you better. Send whatever extras you think relevant (but don’t send junk!)
5. When you are asked to submit some names of people for references don’t just submit the names, submit a complete reference. It saves my time and if I have a question the name and phone number of the person who gave you the reference is right there. And you know what? Even if you are not asked for references it still won’t hurt to submit a couple that make you look really good.
6. And, finally, NEVER start your cover letter with “I am not entirely sure if I qualify for this position…” I am not going to read beyond that line. If you are not entirely sure I am entirely unsure you qualify!
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Foreign Diploma Evaluation
Recently I have received a number of requests to advise on foreign diploma evaluation services so I decided to post this information for everyone to read.
If you have a foreign diploma some employers and most of educational institutions will require for you to send them a foreign diploma evaluation report, i.e. a comparison of your diploma to an American equivalent so to speak.
Many agencies in the U.S. are licensed to do these evaluations and as I heard some of them charge astronomical fees. However, it is not necessary that you PAY these huge fees, I and all my friends did our diplomas evaluations through Educational Credentials Evaluations organization www.ece.org
I will cost you just 85 USD to get the general evaluation which will be good for most purposes (unless you are a health professional, in this case the fees are a bit higher). There are also some specific reports that they put together and fees are very transparent and reasonable.
Hope this information helps you!
If you have a foreign diploma some employers and most of educational institutions will require for you to send them a foreign diploma evaluation report, i.e. a comparison of your diploma to an American equivalent so to speak.
Many agencies in the U.S. are licensed to do these evaluations and as I heard some of them charge astronomical fees. However, it is not necessary that you PAY these huge fees, I and all my friends did our diplomas evaluations through Educational Credentials Evaluations organization www.ece.org
I will cost you just 85 USD to get the general evaluation which will be good for most purposes (unless you are a health professional, in this case the fees are a bit higher). There are also some specific reports that they put together and fees are very transparent and reasonable.
Hope this information helps you!
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Business After Hours networking event
Here is a good event for people living in the subirbs of Chicago for a change:
WHAT: Business After Hours Networking
WHEN: June 23, 6.30 - 9.00 pm
WHERE: D.O.C. Wine Bar, 326 Yorktown Center Lombard, IL 60148
PRICE: 13 USD early bird, price includes admission, 1 complimentary glass of wine, assorted Flat bread pizza.
D.O.C. Wine Bar in Lombard will be hosting W.B.T Promotions, After Hours Business Networking Event.
Space is very limited.
No Speakers
No Sponsor tables
Just networking,Drinking,Eating and Fun
Bring Business Cards
Phone: 630.627.6666 for directions only; for more information contact mike@wbtpromotions.com or 630-299-4459
Not affilated with B.N.A.
To register: http://afterhoursnetworkingjun-emailinvite.eventbrite.com/?invite=MTUzMDk5L3Rhc29yb2tpbmFAZW1hZHZpY2UuY29tLzE%3D%0A
WHAT: Business After Hours Networking
WHEN: June 23, 6.30 - 9.00 pm
WHERE: D.O.C. Wine Bar, 326 Yorktown Center Lombard, IL 60148
PRICE: 13 USD early bird, price includes admission, 1 complimentary glass of wine, assorted Flat bread pizza.
D.O.C. Wine Bar in Lombard will be hosting W.B.T Promotions, After Hours Business Networking Event.
Space is very limited.
No Speakers
No Sponsor tables
Just networking,Drinking,Eating and Fun
Bring Business Cards
Phone: 630.627.6666 for directions only; for more information contact mike@wbtpromotions.com or 630-299-4459
Not affilated with B.N.A.
To register: http://afterhoursnetworkingjun-emailinvite.eventbrite.com/?invite=MTUzMDk5L3Rhc29yb2tpbmFAZW1hZHZpY2UuY29tLzE%3D%0A
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Breaking into the Fashion Business
Title: From Style To Publishing - Breaking Into The Fashion Business
Host: E.Factor
Date: June 4, 2009
Time: 6-9pm
Location: Mid-America Club, Aon Center, 200 E. Randolph, 80th Floor, Chicago
Cost: Free for premium members, $40 for basic members and guests (if you sign up as a Knowledge Member, you can attend all events for free)
More Information/ RSVP: http://www.efactor. com/p/events/ id=81
After the models have cleared the catwalk, The E.Factor has a show that will leave you wanting more! Join them for an exclusive behind the scenes look at what it takes to make IT in the Fashion Industry. With industry experts in the fields of Styling, Modeling, Design, Photography, Publishing and PR this one night event will answer all the questions you ever had putting you at the top of the A List!
Speakers include Chicago entrepreneurs:
- Sandy Rueve, Founder, SheBeads
- Jenny Dombroski, President, Evolve Lingerie
- Lee Allison, Founder, The Lee Allison Company
Jason Jacobsohn
773-368-0229
jason@jacobsohn. com
Host: E.Factor
Date: June 4, 2009
Time: 6-9pm
Location: Mid-America Club, Aon Center, 200 E. Randolph, 80th Floor, Chicago
Cost: Free for premium members, $40 for basic members and guests (if you sign up as a Knowledge Member, you can attend all events for free)
More Information/ RSVP: http://www.efactor. com/p/events/ id=81
After the models have cleared the catwalk, The E.Factor has a show that will leave you wanting more! Join them for an exclusive behind the scenes look at what it takes to make IT in the Fashion Industry. With industry experts in the fields of Styling, Modeling, Design, Photography, Publishing and PR this one night event will answer all the questions you ever had putting you at the top of the A List!
Speakers include Chicago entrepreneurs:
- Sandy Rueve, Founder, SheBeads
- Jenny Dombroski, President, Evolve Lingerie
- Lee Allison, Founder, The Lee Allison Company
Jason Jacobsohn
773-368-0229
jason@jacobsohn. com
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Open House for job seekers
Walker's Talkers Toastmasters Club of Plainfield will be hosting a special open house on Thursday, April 30th. The open house will have a special focus toward helping those who are unemployed by providing information that job-seekers need. As part of this open house, a special panel discussion will be held with panelists answering questions on resume writing, interviewing, networking, health insurance, career transitioning and coaching, and other topics of importance to job-seekers. Panelists are experts in their fields and will be answering questions from guests.Panelists:
Ken Mitchell Real Skill Builders Networking
Lara Elgin Navistar On-Line Applications
Eric Wilson Wilson & Associates Cobra & Health Ins.
Peggy Killian Elmhurst College Career Transitions Career Coaching
Karyn Fuller Resume Writing
Anita Quinlan Plainfield Library Library Resources
Toastmasters can help you in your job search by not only improving your confidence in an interview, but also while networking with others. Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving professional and personal communication and leadership skills through performance, evaluation and mentorship. The Open House will be held at the Plainfield Village Hall, 24401 W. Lockport St, Plainfield, IL. The meeting will start promptly at 7:00pm. Refreshments and networking will follow the meeting. The event is free but registration is required for this event. To register and get more information, please go to the club's website at www.walkerstalkers. org.
PS. Ken Mitchell was hired at 8 jobs without ever sending out a resume. He did it all through networking. Contact Tom Nosal at 815-609-1446 if more information is needed.
PPS While you will learn why and how to network at this event, "The Legal Alien's Guide" is your best guide on where to network: it lists organizations, associations and groups by gender, background, profession, etc. in Chicago and Illinois. For more information about the book, please, visit www.legalaliensguide.com
Ken Mitchell Real Skill Builders Networking
Lara Elgin Navistar On-Line Applications
Eric Wilson Wilson & Associates Cobra & Health Ins.
Peggy Killian Elmhurst College Career Transitions Career Coaching
Karyn Fuller Resume Writing
Anita Quinlan Plainfield Library Library Resources
Toastmasters can help you in your job search by not only improving your confidence in an interview, but also while networking with others. Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving professional and personal communication and leadership skills through performance, evaluation and mentorship. The Open House will be held at the Plainfield Village Hall, 24401 W. Lockport St, Plainfield, IL. The meeting will start promptly at 7:00pm. Refreshments and networking will follow the meeting. The event is free but registration is required for this event. To register and get more information, please go to the club's website at www.walkerstalkers. org.
PS. Ken Mitchell was hired at 8 jobs without ever sending out a resume. He did it all through networking. Contact Tom Nosal at 815-609-1446 if more information is needed.
PPS While you will learn why and how to network at this event, "The Legal Alien's Guide" is your best guide on where to network: it lists organizations, associations and groups by gender, background, profession, etc. in Chicago and Illinois. For more information about the book, please, visit www.legalaliensguide.com
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Tony Blair at an event organized by Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Here is a truely UNIQUE event that I strongly encourage all internationals (and non-internationals too) to attend :
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 2009
CHICAGO AND THE WORLD FORUM: Faith and Globalization
SPEAKER: The Right Honorable Tony Blair, Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Tony Blair, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, will discuss “Faith and Globalization” as an addition to the spring 2009 Chicago and the World Forum series “Fault Lines of Faith? Religion and Politics in World Affairs.”
This program is open to Chicago Council members only, but you can join the Council now and attend for free. The Council ortganizes a lot of exciting events during the year so it will be worht while.
Mr. Blair served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland from 1997 to 2007. Since then he has launched the Tony Blair Faith Foundation, which works with Christians, Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs, and Buddhists, to promote respect and understanding between the major world religions and make the case for faith as a force for good in the modern world. Mr. Blair believes that faith will have great influence on how the challenges of globalization will be met.
WHERE: Fairmont Hotel, 200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago
WHEN: 4:30 p.m. Registration and cash bar reception
6:00 p.m. Presentation and discussion
7:15 p.m. Cash bar reception
Members $30, Nonmembers $60 (includes a one-year membership)
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
• Registration closes at NOON on FRIDAY, APRIL 17TH. '
• Due to strict security procedures, please arrive early.
• You MUST bring a valid photo ID (official state ID/driver’s license/passport).
• Registrations are nontransferable and NO WALK-INS WILL BE ALLOWED.
TO REGISTER: http://www.thechicagocouncil.org/promotion_details.php?promotion_id=49
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 2009
CHICAGO AND THE WORLD FORUM: Faith and Globalization
SPEAKER: The Right Honorable Tony Blair, Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Tony Blair, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, will discuss “Faith and Globalization” as an addition to the spring 2009 Chicago and the World Forum series “Fault Lines of Faith? Religion and Politics in World Affairs.”
This program is open to Chicago Council members only, but you can join the Council now and attend for free. The Council ortganizes a lot of exciting events during the year so it will be worht while.
Mr. Blair served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland from 1997 to 2007. Since then he has launched the Tony Blair Faith Foundation, which works with Christians, Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs, and Buddhists, to promote respect and understanding between the major world religions and make the case for faith as a force for good in the modern world. Mr. Blair believes that faith will have great influence on how the challenges of globalization will be met.
WHERE: Fairmont Hotel, 200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago
WHEN: 4:30 p.m. Registration and cash bar reception
6:00 p.m. Presentation and discussion
7:15 p.m. Cash bar reception
Members $30, Nonmembers $60 (includes a one-year membership)
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
• Registration closes at NOON on FRIDAY, APRIL 17TH. '
• Due to strict security procedures, please arrive early.
• You MUST bring a valid photo ID (official state ID/driver’s license/passport).
• Registrations are nontransferable and NO WALK-INS WILL BE ALLOWED.
TO REGISTER: http://www.thechicagocouncil.org/promotion_details.php?promotion_id=49
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