Great Careers Network

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As a job seeker, are you wondering why you are not getting any response to your online submissions? Uncover why human eyes may never see the resumes you submit online and discover what you need to do to format your resume for ATS and other best practices.
Have your current resume available to mark up during the workshop.
The content of this presentation was published in chapter 8 of the book published by the ATD (Association of Talent Development) called Find Your Fit: A Practical Guide to Landing the Job You Love. Dick Bolles, author of What Color Is Your Parachute wrote the forward in this book, and 15 other career coaches around the country also contributed chapters.

SPEAKER BIO
Lynne Williams, Ed.D. Candidate, is the Executive Director of the Great Careers Network, which provides online career development and networking for career transition (job seekers) and career management (employed and self-employed). Lynne writes resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and LinkedIn company pages, and focuses on keywords. She is currently working on her doctoral dissertation on the topic of LinkedIn. Lynne was included with other LinkedIn peers on the 2024 list of the Top 50 LinkedIn Experts worldwide and on the same 2022/2023 list. In addition, she was on the Philadelphia list of the Top 15 LinkedIn Experts in 2023.

CONTACT & CONNECT
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewilliams
• https://linktr.ee/lynnewilliams
• https://greatcareers.org
• 610-405-9756
• Book a call http://bit.ly/BookLynne
• director@greatcareersphl.org
• lynne@aroundtheclockexecs.com
• @greatcareersphl #greatcareersphl

Register for Zoom https://www.score.org/jacksonville/event/how-create-snazzy-graphics-social-media-step-step-demo-0

• Do you need a banner image, an image for social media, a blog post, or a presentation or video?
• Are you familiar with Canva, GoDaddy Studio, Snappa, Picktochart, or WordArt?
• Do you know where you can get images that do not violate copyright laws?

This workshop will offer step-by-step demos of some tools you can use to create banner images or images for social media or a blog post, presentations, videos, and more.

• Wordart.com is a word cloud tool
• Pickochart.com is a tool for infographics and more, and you can try a few for free before you buy
• Canva.com is a graphic design tool and you can use it for social media, personal, business, marketing, education, and more. There are so many templates available, and with too many to list, take a peek yourself https://www.canva.com/templates/

Join us to learn more! We will allow time for Q&A.

SPEAKER BIO
Lynne Williams, Ed.D. Candidate, is the Executive Director of the Great Careers Network, which provides online career development and networking for career transition (job seekers) and career management (employed and self-employed). Lynne writes resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and LinkedIn company pages, and focuses on keywords. She is currently working on her doctoral dissertation on the topic of LinkedIn. Connect on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewilliams and visit https://linktr.ee/lynnewilliams to learn more. Lynne has been on the SCORE Speakers’ Bureau since 2013.

CONTACT & CONNECT
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewilliams
• https://linktr.ee/lynnewilliams
• 610-405-9756
• Book a call http://bit.ly/BookLynne
• director@greatcareersphl.org
• lynne@careernews.today

Registration Options
1. Register by Zoom but note that you may NOT receive a reminder.
2. If you want an auto-reminder, register on the +1 ticket on the website and enter all requested info (and you may choose to put whatever address you want to complete the form). A manual reminder from director@greatcareersphl.org will be sent out with a red circle in the subject line if you register at least 15 minutes before the event. NOTE: Last-minute registrations will only be auto-reply so check your spam folder if you do not see an email from Great Careers Network in your inbox.

The Immigrant Professionals Career Support Group is hosted by Solveiga Jaskunas online on Zoom.

Are you an immigrant professional looking for your first job or searching for a better one?

DISCUSSION TOPIC
Navigating the U.S. job market as an immigrant can feel overwhelming. The hardest part about job searching as an immigrant isn't just the applications or interviews – it's feeling like you're doing it all wrong and facing so many rejections. But here's the thing – you don't have to figure it out alone. We'll give insights about improving your LinkedIn profiles, practice actual interview scenarios, and share strategies that work in today's market. You'll leave with practical tools, new connections, and the confidence that comes from knowing you're not alone in this journey.

This is an online Zoom meeting, and we encourage participants to join on a computer with a camera installed and ready! No recording! We want the environment to be safe for everyone who joins us. Come prepared with your questions and ready to learn, grow, and share…

Here's a short video about my professional journey, and I look forward to being part of yours.
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7348984872989814786/

HOST BIO
Solveiga Jaskunas is a seasoned HR professional, speaker, facilitator, career coach, and connector with over fifteen years of experience in nonprofit and for-profit organizations. Solveiga Jaskunas helps professionals at all stages of their careers land dream jobs and navigate workplace challenges. She loves preparing clients for big career moves, guiding them through the job search, and supporting them throughout their professional journey. Her coaching is informed by two decades of experience as a human resource professional. She has seen the job search from all angles – as a recruiter, career counselor, and a job-seeker myself. Trained in psychology, with master’s degrees in organizational psychology and human resource management, Solveiga understands not only how recruiters and hiring managers think, but also what my individual clients need to thrive. Her ecent events include The Expat Women Summit, HR Global Summit 2024, HR Week in Lithuania 2024, SHRM Talent 2025, DisruptHR, GSX2025, and more. For more information about Solveiga, visit her profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/solveigajaskunas/ or her website immigrantvoiceinhr.com/

Membership required to attend.

DESCRIPTION

🤔 Want to know how to adapt your job search in an age of AI‑First, Next‑Gen ATS—so your applications stand out for the right reasons?

We’ll break down how these smart systems interpret resumes, conversations, and even your communications — and teach you tactics to highlight your value, align with system criteria, and stay visible for new roles

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

• Recruiter Workflow Unveiled: How AI‑First ATS Works. We’ll start by walking you through a modern recruiter’s process—how they input your resume, interview transcripts and notes, email exchanges, feedback from peers, and even recruiter observations into an AI-first Applicant Tracking System. This holistic approach shows how all these elements contribute to your assessment, giving you insight into what matters most at each stage.
• Equal Opportunity Through Consistent and Efficient Evaluation: AI-first ATS assesses all candidates using consistent, objective criteria, such as skills, qualifications, and achievements, ensuring equal consideration for every applicant. The efficiency of these systems allows for a broader and faster evaluation, enabling more individuals to be considered for roles compared to traditional human assessments.
• Expanded Opportunities Across Roles: Your profile remains active within the ATS even after applying. The system automatically matches your skills and experience to new or similar openings, ensuring recruiters see you for roles you might not have originally applied to.
• From Concise to Compelling - Showcasing Value Through Proof: Modern ATS prioritizes impact over brevity. Highlight quantifiable achievements—like “increased sales by 30%” or “led 5‑person team to deliver X”—so both AI and recruiters can spot your real value. Additionally, showcase your familiarity with relevant tools, technologies, and certifications to demonstrate your expertise and readiness for the role.
• Applying What You’ve Learned: Practical Takeaways for Your Job Search: At the end of our session, we'll consolidate the key insights shared throughout the event into a clear, actionable summary. This will include practical steps you can implement immediately to enhance your job search. You'll walk away with a toolkit of strategies tailored to navigate the AI-first hiring landscape effectively.

SPEAKER BIO

Natalie Lihacova is a recruiter and talent development advocate with 20+ years in tech leadership. She’s the creator of Mr. Simon—an AI-first platform transforming hiring by equipping recruiters with smart ATS tools and empowering job seekers through free, conversational mock interviews.

CONTACT LINKS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-lihacova
https://teammate-exec.com
https://mrsimon.ai
https://mastersearchsolutions.com