

What we’re about
The Great Careers Network(GCN) provides about 18-25 monthly online career education and networking events for career transition and career management. Some are free and others you must be a paid member, which is only $5 a month ($59/year).
Registration info to get Zoom links for our events or links to affiliate events are on our website events page https://greatcareers.org. No Zoom links are published on meetup.
Executive Director
Lynne M. Williams
484-393-2951
Email: info@greatcareersphl.org
P.S. The legal entity of this nonprofit is registered in the state of Pennsylvania as the Philadelphia Area Great Careers Group, but we are dba Great Careers Groups.
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See all- Harnessing AI for a SmarterJob SearchesNeeds location
This event is hosted by PSG of Morris County but Zoom link available by registering at https://greatcareers.org/events-calendar/harnessing-ai-for-a-smarterjob-searches/
8:00am - Here is their agenda if you want to join earlier.
8:00 am - Zoom meeting opened for "Breakfast & BS" - general networking/conversation
9:30 am - Formal meeting begins with Dale Favia giving announcements
9:35 am - 30 sec intros done by members of the group
10 am - Speaker begins to present
11:00-11:15 am - speaker ends, more general networking
11:30 - Meeting closesIn the rapidly evolving job market, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a key player in how job seekers discover opportunities and present themselves to potential employers. This interactive workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to effectively integrate AI into your job search strategy.
What You Will Learn:- Understanding AI Tools: Get familiar with the latest AI platforms and software to optimize your job search.
- Enhancing Your Resume: Learn how to use AI to tailor your resume and cover letters for specific job postings, ensuring your application stands out.
- AI in Job Matching: Discover how AI can help you identify the best job opportunities that match your skills and aspirations.
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is ideal for job seekers across all levels and industries who want to leverage technology to streamline their search and improve their chances of landing their dream job. Whether you are just starting out, contemplating a career change, or looking to advance in your current field, this workshop will provide valuable insights into the modern mechanics of job searching.Join us for an engaging session that will transform how you approach your job search in the digital age!
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. Connect on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewilliams and visit https://linktr.ee/lynnewilliams to learn more. She’s an avid writer and her publications can be found at https://bit.ly/PubsLynne.SPEAKER CONTACT INFO
Lynne Williams
ATS Resumes, LinkedIn Profiles, & Keywords
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnewilliams
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/lynnewilliams
Email: lynne@careernews.today
Cell: 610-405-9756
Nonprofit Website Events: https://greatcareers.org/events - How to Create Snazzy Graphics for Social Media: Step-by-Step DemoLink visible for attendees
Register to get the Zoom link at https://www.score.org/siliconvalley/event/how-create-snazzy-graphics-linkedin-and-social-media-step-step-demos-2
- 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 - Is Business Ownership Right for You?Link visible for attendees
Register to get the Zoom link at https://greatcareers.org/events-calendar/is-business-ownership-right-for-you/
If you find yourself laid off, stagnant in your existing career, or have ever wondered what is next in your professional life, give yourself permission to explore and learn.
If you have ever flirted with the idea of running your own business and just don't know where to start, come learn in a safe space without obligation or pressure.
If you are looking to make a change and want to broaden your perspective beyond the traditional job market, keep an open mind and learn more about self-employment and small business ownership and
whether it might be right for you.LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. What do you want and why:
Clarify your income, lifestyle, wealth and equity goals – What are your needs and expectations
from your career so you can live the life you want?
2. What options are out there:
Learn about your choices – Explore alternative career options in a journey of discovery tailored
to your unique requirements
3. How can you become a successful business owner:
Turn-key Franchise Model support & training
4. Your Career Evolution 2.0:
Education on Business models, roles in ownership, funding options, various industries and how
they can help you reach your career dreams.SPEAKER BIO
Maja Taylor is a Career Ownership Coach with The Entrepreneur’s Source where she helps people explore opportunities outside of the traditional job market and business ownership. She is passionate
about positive transformations and continuous learning. She enjoys watching people experience AHA moments and live up to their full potential.Maja is a certified professional coach with a background in talent development and science education. She has worked for global organizations across Europe and the United States as a team leader, scientist, strategic HR professional, trainer, coach, and mentor. Her primary focus is for clients to reach higher levels of success and happiness by helping them grow on their path to self-sufficiency.
- Business Owner and Certified Professional Coach
- Global Talent, L&D, and Engagement roles in the Pharma/Biotech Industry
- Management Consulting for Fortune 500 organizations
- Scientific & HR Leadership roles in the Manufacturing and Environmental Industries
- Education: BS Pharmacy from the University of Applied Sciences, Wiesbaden, Germany
- Credentials: Certified Coach, Human Resource Professional, Leadership Trainer and Facilitator
- Certified in DiSC, 360, and various other professional growth tools
CONTACTS LINKS
Connect with me if you are curious and let’s elevate your career.
Website: https://majataylor.esourcecoach.com/
Email: majataylor@esourcecoach.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/majataylor/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/majataylorcoach
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/majamach10 - Beating the Applicant Tracking SysemLink visible for attendees
Register for Zoom at https://greatcareers.org/events-calendar/beating-the-applicant-tracking-system-4/
You must be a paid member to register https://greatcareers.org/membership
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