Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Toy Drive Happy Hour

Charity events are good places to meet various types of people. The atmosphere is usually friendly and networking opportunities are plenty (since a charity event usually attract a decent crowd). In addition you are doing a good thing by supporting a good cause. Here is a charity event that is organized next week by Imerman Angels (http://www.imermanangels.org/, it an organization that connects cancer fighters, survivors and caregivers):

WHAT: Toy Drive Happy Hour
WHEN: December 7, 6 - 10 pm
WHERE: John Barleycorn's, 3524 N. Clark st., Chicago. 2nd floor

Price: $ 10 with a toy, $20 without a toy (I guess toys are for kids fighting cancer) The price includes appetizers, open bar, live music.

For more information contact imermanangels@imermanangels.org

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Sunday, November 25, 2007

Networking Insight

I found another networking blog, managed by a fellow Chicagoan, Jason Jacobsohn. It is called Networking Insight: http://www.networkinginsight.com/ While on my blog and in my book you can find information on WHERE and WHEN to network Jason's blog gives you useful advice on HOW to it in order to achieve maximum success.

Networking Insight blog discusses such topics as Building Relationships, Entrepreneurship, Networking Techniques and many others.

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Monday, November 19, 2007

Painless networking

Just recently I found out about another interesting networking group in Chicagoland called PAINLESS NETWORKING. It includes over 400 people connected to sports and event marketing in Chicago. The members come from teams, brands, agencies, media and vendors.

Painless Networking Sessions are held approximately every 6 weeks and are a casual get together - no agendas, no fees no speakers. Just a way to meet solid people in and around the industry and network.

As a service to the PN group, a digest of job postings is sent out as they collect. Please, send any postings, list adds/changes, feedback and requests to join the group to Chris Hartweg mailto:hchartweg@huddlepro.com.

(This group doesn't have a website and all communication among the members is done via the e-mail above).

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Tuesday, November 13, 2007

National Association of Self Employed

When you decide to "do-it-alone" and start your own business, whether you are a local or an immigrant you have to consider the fact that you won't have all the corporate benefits, which include but not limited to your insurance policy.

At a networking event, I a met a person who represents the National Association for the Self Employed. This is a non-profit organization that offers business, health, and lifestyle benefits to its members. One of the associations benefits is access to affordable health insurance. If you are in need of one, please, contact Lori Ochman, Field Representative, 312-235-6989, she can help you with your insurance needs. You can visit her website at http://www.healthmarketslori.com/ for additional information.

NASE also offers the following discounted services for small business owners:
A-Systems Accounting Software
Save 50% on small business accounting software
Background Screening Services
Know more about your new hires with this pre-employment screening process
BizFilings
Savings on incorporation services for your business in any state
Burns Graphics
One-stop source printing and specialty promotional products
Freight Savings Program
Save on transportation and shipping costs with one of the largest freight associations

and many others.

All the information can be found on Lori's website: http://www.healthmarketslori.com/

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Sunday, November 11, 2007

Network and Educate yourself with other women!

RBC Dain Rauscher organizes an educational and networking event for women:
Women, Wisdom and Wealth, a Seminar for Women Ready to take control of their finances Thursday, November 14th Tuesday, November 27th 12:00 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. 12:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m.
The seminar will take place at 500 W. Madison Street Suite 2500 Chicago, IL 60661

The event is one hour.

The seminar will cover the following topics:
- Importance of having a life you love
- Prioritizing your finances
- Making your dream life a reality

Please RSVP to Jeff Simon at (312) 559-1704 or e-mail a response Seating is limited.

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Thursday, November 8, 2007

Career Fair for technology and engineering professionlas

A Career Fair for technology and engineering professionals, 2007 Dice Career Fair, will take place on Tuesday, November 1311 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza, 350 West Mart Center Drive, Chicago, IL 60654

You will be able to meet hiring managers from companies hiring technology and engineering candidates. Network with industry professionals. Even land an interview. Participation is FREE.

To pre-register visit here: http://www.targetedjobfairs.com/tjf/preregister/register_other.jsp?eventid=1101

Participating companies include: Allstate, Appriss, Arxan, Defense Systems, Inc., Disney Worldwide Services, Empire Today, LLC, Hostway Corporation, Judge Group, Inc., Northern Trust, Pentair Water, United Airlines, Vantage Media, Walgreens, Zebra Technologies.

This job fair is organized by Dice (http://www.dice.com/) and it holds career fairs all over the country. Visit their website to see the schedule per state for November and December 2007.

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Monday, November 5, 2007

Distinguished Remarkable Women

A new organization for women entrepreneurs has recently formed in Chicago - DRWomen (Distinguished Remarkable Women). The aim of this organization is to encourage women to be entrepreneurs by supporting each other.

WHAT THEY DO: "We are an intergenerational women's group with a passion for women's issues and personal growth. The organization provides a vehicle to spur entrepreneurship among women and a forum where experience and knowledge is shared. Our goal is to enrich all our lives, and challenge ourselves to achieve our dreams. Our programs are one-of-a-kind. We offer value and innovative ways to engage in enterprise and secure opportunities to cultivate effective partnerships. Men are welcome in our organization. Our goal is to provide the opportunity to create effective partnerships." - http://drwomen.org

DRW first big event will take place this month and I believe it is worth checking out:
Face of Chicago Nomination Event
WHERE: DelaCosta465 E. Illinois Street Chicago
WHEN: Thursday, November 15 6-9pm
Dress to Impress. Join the party for the nomination of Women And Men Who Define Chicago.
Dance, Live-Art , Elements of Fashion, Featured Guest Singer Appearance by Element's Contemporary Ballet Dancers
To RSVP and purchase tickets visit: http://drwomenfaceofchicagoevent.eventbrite.com

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Saturday, November 3, 2007

Marketing seminar for small business owners

Here is a classic event for those who want start their own business (and meet fellow entrepreneurs for networking purposes):

WORKSHOP TITLE: How to Market Your Business on a Shoestring Budget
HOST ORGANIZATION: Illinois SBDC at UIC - Center for Urban Business
WHEN: Wednesday, November 14th, 2007
TIME: 6:00p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LOCATION: University Hall, 601 S. Morgan, 23rd Floor, Conference Room 2350, Chicago , IL . 60607
PHONE: (312) 996-4057 or email sbdc@uic.edu
WORKSHOP FEE: $35 if prepaid by 11/12/07; $45 at door fee
EVENT DESCRIPTION: Every business succeeds only if it can sell its products and services. Many businesses often waste precious marketing dollars and time, but achieve zero results. This workshop will show you how to make more effective marketing decisions and how to use some simple low or no-cost techniques to market your business on a ‘shoestring’ budget.

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Thursday, November 1, 2007

The Guide is now available at major on-line retailers

Great news!!!

"The Legal Alien's Guide" is now available in paperback and hardcover format from major retailers such as www.amazon.com and www.barnesandnoble.com.

Enjoy the reading!

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A networking event in Palatine, IL

If you are located close to a Chicago suburb of Paltine, IL here is an interesting event to attend and network: Plalatine Professional Business Women organizes a dinner meeting on Tuesday, November 13 at Vittorio Del Roma, 154 W Northwest Hwy in Palatine.

You will not only have an opportunity to meet people, network, but also listen to a featured presentation from Tomboy Tools (http://www.tomboytools.com/) by Sharon Storbeck. You will learn about another type of "get together" in America which is good for networking - home parties.

RSVP: by Tuesday, November 6th via phone (847-622-4366) via email (http://us.f539.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=rsvp@palatinebpw.org)

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