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CAREER AND JOB SERVICES
*Register for these events at kentonlibrary.org or by calling 859.962.4002
Northern Kentucky Accountability Group*
ERLANGER BRANCH: WEDNESDAYS • 9:15-11:30 AM NKYAG is a job search support group for professionals in transition or anyone wanting to change careers. Features motivational speakers, networking opportunities, job search leads and connections to community partners.
Kentucky Career Center Corner
ERLANGER BRANCH: WED., JAN. 4 & 18 • 1-5 PM Meet with KCC representatives to assist you in finding a job, accessing American Job Center resources, Veterans Assistance, or determining eligibility for WIOA funding available for training, certifications, or schooling. For full details see website.
Target Your Resumé Workshop*
ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., JAN. 5 • 10 AM-NOON We will cover the purpose of a resumé, review types of resumés, discuss how to collect and organize document data, best practices for writing, the influence of ATS, and more.
Protect Yourself From Online Scams*
ONLINE: MON., JAN. 9 • 6-7 PM Learn about three real-life online scams and familiarize yourself with some of the techniques scammers commonly use to access sensitive information.
Toastmasters
ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., JAN. 9, 23 & 30 • 6:30-8:30 PM Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.
Get Started: Begin Your Career Transition With Us*
ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., JAN. 9 • 6:30-8:30 PM TUES., JAN. 24 • 10 AM-NOON Join our Volunteer Career Coach, for an orientation on getting started on looking for your next job.
Fundamentals of Networking*
ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., JAN. 10 • 10 AM-12:30 PM Networking is the number one way for professionals to find new jobs and help grow their careers. Learn networking fundamentals and organization.
Build Your LinkedIn Profile*
ONLINE: TUES., JAN. 10, 17, 24 & 31 • 6-7:30 PM
Transferable Skills Workshop*
ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., JAN. 12 • 10-11:30 AM Learn how to use your transferable skills to change jobs or careers.
Managing ATS Workshop*
ONLINE: FRI., JAN. 13 • 10 AM-NOON A knowledgeable instructor will expertly guide you through the complex nature of Applicant Tracking Software and the system’s influence in today’s job search process.
Elevator Pitch Power Hour*
COVINGTON BRANCH: MON., JAN. 16 • 2-3 PM Learn how to present your professional experience, accomplishments, and job search goals in a succinct and persuasive way to further your job search.
Create a Marketing Plan*
ERLANGER BRANCH: TUES., JAN. 17 • 10-11:30 AM Learn to create a personal marketing plan which will make it easier for others to make connections for you during your job search.
Interviewing Skills Workshop*
ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., JAN. 19 • 10 AM-NOON One-on-one, panel, virtual, and lunch/ dinner type interviews will be discussed.
Twitter and Instagram for Beginners*
ONLINE: THURS., JAN. 19 • 6-7:30 PM
Basic Excel*
ERLANGER BRANCH: SAT., JAN. 21 • 10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Use Data Axle to Build a Target Company List for Your Job Search*
ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., JAN. 23 • 2-3:30 PM
New Year, New Career Job Fair
ERLANGER BRANCH: THURS., JAN. 26 • 11 AM-2 PM New Year, New Career Job Fair in partnership with the Kentucky Career Center. A career coach can help with resumes, interviews, and cover letters as well as give overall guidance.
Mastering the Art of Informational Meetings*
ERLANGER BRANCH: MON., JAN. 30 • 6:30-7:30 PM Discover how to set up professional meetings or interviews to explore future career options with people already working in those fields.
Improve Your Resumé with Practical Strategies*
COVINGTON BRANCH: TUES., JAN. 31 • 2-3 PM In this workshop, you will learn four strategies to improve your resumé and make your resumé more attractive to hiring managers.
Check Out Our Staff Picks for Books to Advance Your Career!
n Coming Back by Fawn Germer
n Nailed It! 10 Keys to Acing the Interview by Matthew Marvin
n Get Hired Now! by Ian Siegel
n The Job Closer by Steve Dalton n Modernize Your Resumé by Wendy Enelow
n What Color Is Your Parachute by Richard Nelson Bolles
n Advance: The Ultimate How-to Guide for Your Career by Gary Burnison