Title: Purchasing/Admin Professional

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Location

Maryville, ILUSA
(Hometown: Maryville)

Member of this
Meetup Group since

September 9, 2008

Introduction

Procurement & Supply Chain Professional. I come from humble beginnings & learned how to network late in life. I'd enjoy learning from others about what works for networking. My goal = get a career not a job. Let's share & learn from each other!

What area do you want to work in?

Edwardsville, Collinsville, Granite City, StL Downtown, Midtown, North City, South City, South County...........almost anywhere now!

What types of jobs are you interested/experienced in?

Buyer, Inventory Control, Procurement, Supply Chain, Administrative Assistant I'll try a new field if it compliments my background and gives me room to grow. I have many "hats" in my experience closet and there is always room to add more!

Are you currently unemployed?

NO just got a job April 21, 2009 !!! , See my LinkedIn Profile and view my resume on our Meetup Files pages. I'M TWEETING NOW 5-17-09 http://twitter.com/StLNetworkGuru

What is your education level?

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Specializaton: International Business

Additional Information

"Organizations: Hispanic Leaders Group of Greater St. Louis, Volunteer writer for El Mundo Latino, Spanish: Limited Conversation, INTERESTED in APICS training & certification, Artilcle in STLPD "Straight Talk From A Successful Job Seeker 6-28-09"

What Alicia is saying about this Meetup Group

The more people we know, the more networking cababilities we have. It pays to know someone who knows someone. You got to find ways to help yourself and this group we strive to consolidate as much information from all career sites into one location...Here at StL Career Neworking.

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Latest activity

  • New Discussion
    Alicia started a new discussion - 4 days ago
    Alicia

    Tips to get through a difficult "down-time" in your career

    "It is sometimes part of our natural working pattern – more often these days it is forced upon us – “down time” in our careers. You may be experiencing extremes of emotions and watching your world change around you without any sense of control...."

  • Event Comment
    Alicia commented on a Meetup - 7 days ago
    Alicia

    NETWORKING WORKSHOP

    "I believe this will be prsented by the Career Networking Pro group. They normally charge about $600 for their services for the individual so it might be a good time to go!"

  • New Discussion
    Alicia started a new discussion - 7 days ago
    Alicia

    Will your job search change during the holidays?

    "Will your job search change during the holidays? Right about now many job hunters are starting to feel the beginnings of some holiday depression...."

  • Event Comment
    Alicia commented on a Meetup - 1 week ago
    Alicia

    FREE Job Search Seminar

    "Joel Reinert passed on this information. There was no RSVP requirement noted. I woudl call the office, if you had any questions."

  • New Discussion
    Alicia started a new discussion - 1 week ago
    Alicia

    Excelle: Networking for the career-minded woman

    "Our Vision To be the social network of choice for women professionals. To offer our users a steady stream of high-quality content relating to important issues affecting women in the workplace as well as information on career advancement...."

  • New Discussion
    Alicia started a new discussion - 1 week ago
    Alicia

    Hey, It’s Okay if You’re Unemployed!

    "Hey, it’s ok if… 1.…You’re willing to take what you can get at this point, and I don’t just mean job-wise. 2.…You send your mom’s friend’s cousin’s wife’s best friend your resume. And then consider your weekly job search complete. 3...."

  • New Discussion Reply
    Alicia replied to a discussion - 1 week ago
    Alicia

    5 Ways to Combat Loneliness When You're Jobless

    "Read this article and think about how you can connect with other members of this group. I would suggest partnering with members who are in your same job field. Connect with them...."

  • New Discussion
    Alicia started a new discussion - 1 week ago
    Alicia

    5 Ways to Combat Loneliness When You're Jobless

    "Sit in front of laptop. Lie on couch. Eat pickles for lunch. Back to laptop. Feel sorry for self. Feel sick of self. Tear hair out in frustration. And … back to couch...."

  • New Discussion
    Alicia started a new discussion - 1 week ago
    Alicia

    Do You Want to Take Charge of Your Job Search, Eliminate the Frustration?

    "Do You Want to Take Charge of Your Job Search, Eliminate the Frustration? Below is a recent article written by my partner Doug Beabout. It may highlight some of the reasons why some are frustrated with their current job search...."

  • New Discussion
    Alicia started a new discussion - 1 week ago
    Alicia

    The Power of a Positive Attitude

    "Lately, I’ve been encountering a lot of disgruntled, discouraged and downright negative people who are part of the job-seeking world...."

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