Kendall College
900 N. North Branch Street
Chicago, IL 60642
1.888.905.3632
From the North and Northwest
From the Kennedy Expressway (I-90/I-94) exit at Division Street and turn left (east). Turn right on Halsted. Turn right on N. North Branch Street. Kendall College campus will be on your left.
05/18/2012 in Meeting Format, Location Maps, Preparation | Permalink
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Are you a job seeker who feels lost, worried and thinks
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Sign up here! Once we have 6 people, we'll survey the group for the best meeting time and day of the week.
Get ready to operate from your strengths and mission with ease and a plan!
05/11/2012 in Inspired Job Search Group | Permalink
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Our next ExecuNet in-person meeting is Wednesday, May 16th, from 4:00-6:30 p.m. at BPI group in Oakbrook. Below is a description of benefits you'll receive, speaker or training topics included, meeting location details, and a form to sign up at the end of this page. We will serve a light snack.
Topic: High Performance Interviewing
Many challenges confront the job seeker; resume writing, networking, interviewing and the challenge of being able to focus in a stress-filled situation. Being fully prepared for every interview, however, is essential to help minimize the transition time and open doors to new opportunities. Interviews have the power to change your life. A strong interview performance at the right time puts your career onto a new trajectory – a more senior executive level, a geographical move, a novel direction.
Jim Starkey will lead will cover three key elements from a new book, High Performance Interviewing, Jim co-wrote with his colleague, David King. Anticipate, Define Yourself and Finish Strong. Jim is a former ExecuNet member and knows from experience the challenges of the transition, which led to the writing of this book. High Performance Interviewing is designed to make you better than your competition, to empower you to take control of an interview and deliver the messages that matter in the most effective way. The concepts presented in High Performance Interviewing are pertinent to any job interview scenario and can be applied with success by students or CEOs. This may be a book you decide to share with the whole family.
Speaker: Jim Starkey leads the Marketing function at OTTO a successful control switch and audio accessory manufacturer in Carpentersville. His career spans 25 years in engineering and marketing positions at AT&T/Lucent and UTStarcom. He holds a master’s of science degree in Telecommunications from the University of Colorado, Boulder. See www.compactconcepts.com to learn more about Jim and David King’s publishing company, Compact Concepts, high-value publications designed for executives who want to read fast, learn fast, and get to the point.
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Value of Meeting. Attend a highly-interactive facilitated networking meeting to learn, connect and get support on your goals. Come ready to give and receive. At this meeting you will:
Registration: $20.00
Special Note: Bring a first-time attendee as your guest and they attend for free! They MUST REGISTER... have them email gail@inspiredchoice.com or call 773.477.4012.
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Attendee comments on these meetings and the facilitator.
“I thought the meeting was great. You should feel pleased and proud of [this] event. I was so impressed with everyone's willingness to share contacts and tips with others. A great, positive energy was in the room.”
“I appreciate your focus & direction to keep us on a positive and meaningful track as well as providing words of wisdom and encouragement! This was the most energetic and supportive meeting I have attended in my four months of networking events.”
“Can I just say you are such an inspiration!! What you do is amazing - you bring people together in a simple way that is effective and fulfilling. I really appreciate you facilitating the [Chicago ExecuNet] networking meetings. Never thought I would say this but.... networking is fun!!!”
Meeting Location
BPI group
1 Lincoln Center
18W140 Butterfield Rd, Ste. 1160
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 Google Map
A directory of participant names, contact and career transition information is sent to registrants the day before the meeting with a final copy the day after with last-minute sign ups.
Fill in the form below to submit information about you to be shared with attendees in the directory. Click on the "Register Me" button and you submit your credit card and address. (Note: your street address will not be shared in the participant directory.)
PAYPAL USERS... The email address associated with your PayPal account will override the email you enter below IF they are not the same! The Inspired Choice system will use the email address associated with your purchase only. If you prefer that a business email be used and it is not linked to your PayPal account, please make your purchase with your Visa or Mastercard directly.
* Full name and email address are required fields below. The other fields are optional. It is recommended that you offer information in every field to stimulate support and conversation from others at our meeting.
Please tell Gail if you are in a confidential search and prefer to have your information omitted.
05/08/2012 | Permalink
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Our next ExecuNet in-person meeting is Wednesday, June 6th, from 4:00-6:30 p.m. in Chicago at Kendall College. Below is a description of benefits you'll receive, training or discussion topics included, meeting location details, and a form to sign up at the end of this page. We will serve a light snack.
Topic: Putting First Things First in Job Search
Stephen Covey is famous for his “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” and the idea of prioritizing our activities is likely something we are all aware of. The question is what is getting in our way of structuring your time, acting on good job search habits, and taking action on priorities? How can you overcome these obstacles to make sure you are putting the first things first in the pursuit of your next career move? We will revisit some of the time management principles that Covey talks about and provide you with some tools to increase your effectiveness.
Speaker: Our own Lyndsey Wolfsmith, co-facilitator of Chicago’s ExecuNet meetings, and self-employment coach for The Entrepreneur’s Source will inspire us on the age-old important skill of time management.
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Value of Meeting. Attend a highly-interactive facilitated networking meeting to learn, connect and get support on your goals. Come ready to give and receive. At this meeting you will:
Registration: $20.00
Special Note: Bring a first-time attendee as your guest and they attend for free! They MUST REGISTER... have them email gail@inspiredchoice.com or call 773.477.4012.
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Attendee comments on these meetings and the facilitator.
“I thought the meeting was great. You should feel pleased and proud of [this] event. I was so impressed with everyone's willingness to share contacts and tips with others. A great, positive energy was in the room.”
“I appreciate your focus & direction to keep us on a positive and meaningful track as well as providing words of wisdom and encouragement! This was the most energetic and supportive meeting I have attended in my four months of networking events.”
“Can I just say you are such an inspiration!! What you do is amazing - you bring people together in a simple way that is effective and fulfilling. I really appreciate you facilitating the [Chicago ExecuNet] networking meetings. Never thought I would say this but.... networking is fun!!!”
DETOUR! Due to the rebuilding of the Halsted Street bridge, please check traffic detour information and a map here.
A directory of participant names, contact and career transition information is sent to registrants the day before the meeting with a final copy the day after with updates.
Fill in the form below to share your information with attendees in the directory. Click on the "Register Me" button and submit your credit card and address. (Note: your street address will not be shared in the participant directory.)
PAYPAL USERS... The email address associated with your PayPal account will override the email you enter below IF they are not the same! If you prefer that a business email be used and it is not linked to your PayPal account, please make your purchase with your Visa or Mastercard directly.
* Full name and email address are required fields below. It is recommended that you offer information in every field to stimulate support and conversation from others at our meeting.
Please tell Gail if you are in a confidential search and prefer to have your information omitted.
Dave was in job search for a long time and found some wonderful ways to boost his spirits, structure his time, and make good use of his networking efforts. He is happily employed now and is dedicated to giving back. Join us to get some special support from Dave that will include: _________________________________________________.
From: Dave Weinstein [mailto:DavidJ.Weinstein@Yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 4:08 PM
To: Gail Sussman Miller
Subject: Bio
"Dave Weinstein spent 27+ years at General Motors before being separated 11 months from retirement. GM then filed bankruptcy. After the shock wore off, Dave embarked on a job search which included learning everything he could, including how to network effectively. 12 months later he landed a great career with a superior competitor at a substantial pay increase. Come hear this proud ExecuNet member share his ups & downs of job search."
04/23/2012 | Permalink
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Join this group of 6-10 to overcome these obstacles! Get details here!
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04/22/2012 | Permalink
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I believe it is vital that we take moments away from the pressures of daily living. In order to:
we need to be more mindful, more accepting, more forgiving and more present!
Here is a tool to help you be more mindful and refreshed in as little as 2 minutes!
Email me the benefits you experience after even just one visit with the ocean and your Self by clicking on my email address gail@inspiredchoice.com. If you like this experience, set a timer in your phone for at least one daily mindfulness break!
03/27/2012 in Resources & Learning | Permalink
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We will gather for a special one-of-a-kind event on
December 14th from 5:30 pm til 8:00 pm*
at BPI group in Oakbrook
(Attendance will determine if we meet on 11th floor or lower level -- check first!)
What can you expect? We will vary our usual format to include:
Who will attend? Invitations will go to our landed executive "alumni" as well as active "transitionists." In attendance will be executives in or searching for VP, Director and C-level roles across various functional areas.
Registration Fee: $12.14 to have some fun matching our meeting date!
(*This meeting will replace our usual 3rd Wednesday meeting day and time.)
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Special Note: Bring a first-time attendee as your guest and they attend for free! They MUST REGISTER... have them email gail@inspiredchoice.com or call 773.477.4012.
Meeting Location
BPI group
1 Lincoln Center
18W140 Butterfield Rd
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 Google Map
A directory of participant names, contact and career transition information is sent to registrants the day before the meeting with a final copy the day after with last-minute sign ups.
Fill in the form below to submit information about you to be shared with attendees in the directory. Click on the "Register Me" button and you submit your credit card and address. (Note: your street address will not be shared in the participant directory.)
PAYPAL USERS... The email address associated with your PayPal account will override the email you enter below IF they are not the same! The Inspired Choice system will use the email address associated with your purchase only. If you prefer that a business email be used and it is not linked to your PayPal account, please make your purchase with your Visa or Mastercard directly.
* Full name and email address are required fields below. The other fields are optional. It is recommended that you offer information in every field to stimulate support and conversation from others at our meeting.
Please tell Gail if you are in a confidential search and prefer to have your information omitted.
11/08/2011 | Permalink
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Full-time Opportunity
Chicago Location
Salary $75,000 - $85,000
Forward word resume to denise@directguarantee.com
About the company:
Provides work skills training for people with disabilities. Today, they are each successful revenue-producing enterprises. In recent years they generated over $3 million in revenue. The company's businesses offer high-quality services at competitive prices to businesses and industry.
Provides vocational training while serving industry as one of the largest microfilm and CD-ROM service bureaus.
Offers instruction and work opportunities in contract packaging while providing competitively-priced assembly services to business.
Provides vocational training and supported employment while offering an economical, quality, full-range contract service to local businesses.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited 4 year college or university in related field. Experience in all aspects of Human Resources administration along with 5 + years in a supervisory capacity including 7 years plus as lead Human Resources Professional. General knowledge of principles and practices of Human Resources Management. * Labor/Union relations, arbitration experience. Skilled in conflict resolution both directly and in coaching others. The ability to apply and adapt practices and techniques to special requirements of programs. Effectively communicate in oral and written form. Advanced degree preferred or SPHR Certification.
REPORTS TO: CEO
SUPERVISES: Human Resources Manager, Benefits Manager.
SUMMARY: Responsible for administration of all aspects of Human Resources for The Agency. Oversee benefits administration, staffing, employee relations, labor relations, workers compensation, unemployment compensation, and all legal and regulatory compliance.
Requirements:
The Director of Human Resources will direct and ensure the efficient administration and management of all Agency human resources functions, including recruiting, benefits administration, labor relations and compliance with state and federal employment requirements.
Coordinate Agency’s recruiting, hiring and orientation program. Oversee compliance and consistency with all pre and post background checks, education and licensure certifications.
Provide full cycle recruiting support for Management openings. Complete new hire paperwork, schedules and conducts interviews and benefit reviews with Management candidates.
Responsible for negotiating annual health insurance renewal. Supervise and oversee benefit administration and communications.
Lead Collective Bargaining Unit negotiations for Agency. Maintain cooperative and beneficial relationship with Union. Coordinate all grievances and arbitrations. Make recommendations to managers and President.
Maintain knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and insure Agency's compliance, with federal and state legislation pertaining to all employment related matters.
Recommend changes in personnel policies to VP Group. Write new Agency policies and update and revise existing policies as appropriate. Communicate and educate staff and management on all personnel policies and procedures and insure proper compliance is followed.
Act as an internal consultant to management regarding policies, procedures, and labor relations issues.
Plan Administrator for both 401k and 403b plans. Review plans on an annual basis and make recommendations for changes. Ensure plan updates in accordance with all state and federal regulations.
Respond to all questions and/or requests by Department of Human Rights, EEOC, Department of Employment Security and other governmental agencies. Represent the
Agency at hearings.
Supervise Human Resources staff assigning and directing work and provide performance feedback.
Administers Agency Ethics program and responds to all submissions. Communicate issues and trends to VP Group. Introduce and review program at New Staff Training.
Respond to all unemployment claims. Represent Agency at hearings and prep managers and testifying witnesses.
Supervise Benefits Manager coordination of workers compensation program.
Prepare and facilitate training as needed on new policies, procedures, and staff and management development programs.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with all state and federal filing and posting requirements, such as EEO-1, OSHA logs, 5500 plans, labor and employment
posters, etc.
Maintain and audit all personnel files and employment documents to ensure compliance with state, federal, and program specific requirements and regulations.
Special projects as assigned by President.
Denise Sage, President, Direct Guarantee
10/27/2011 | Permalink
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09/14/2011 | Permalink
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Are you an executive going through career transition and...
You've come to the right place. Expert help, positive re-framing of obstacles, concrete practical steps, and inspiring professional and emotional fitness growth during a time of uncertainty and challenge.
Executive Job Search Lunch and Learn Call
Monday, September 12th~ 12:00 to 1:30 pm CT*
Gail Sussman Miller, of Inspired Choice, is offering executives in career transition a one-hour monthly “Lunch and Learn” call to help boost your job search skills. Job search is different in this new economy. Gail will share best practices she teaches and learns from those in the trenches in her role as the Chicago facilitator for ExecuNet for the last 2 years and as a private executive career coach.
Topics covered may include how to improve and be more effective at recovering from layoffs, networking, interviewing, asking for introductions, demonstrating leadership, creating marketing messages, leveraging LinkedIn, and boosting their emotional intelligence. We'll survey your particular challlenges, too.
What to expect. The call format will include a quick check in of all participants and a 15-minute training on topics like networking, interviewing, asking for introductions, managing stress, boosting emotional intelligence, marketing techniques, self-promotion, selling without selling, LinkedIn, etc. Gail will then answer questions and offer coaching, if desired, on as many individual job search challenges as time allows. Gail is an expert at creating a great virtual learning experience, a comfortable environment for asking for help, and is talented at facilitating groups by telephone.
Who should attend? Any executive, from anywhere in the U.S.A., currently in job search or planning a search. Attendees will be from various functions, levels and industries.
Registration: Please email Gail@InspiredChoice.com to indicate interest and receive the phone number to call. Long-distance charges are your responsibility. Please plan to call from a quiet place. Computer access is not necessary and your full attention is encouraged.
* SCHEDULE: These calls are at no-cost and will repeat the 2nd Monday of the month. This is a new offering. Feedback and participation will guide the format and scheduling.
About Your Facilitator. Gail Sussman Miller, of Inspired Choice, teaches senior executives in career transition, teams and women leaders how to be mission-driven and advance their careers and businesses by leveraging their inner strengths combined with a marketing approach. Gail has been facilitating, teaching, inspiring and helping ExecuNet participants promote themselves and network more effectively since May 2009. She founded Inspired Choice in 2002. www.inspiredchoice.com ~gail@inspiredchoice.com ~ 773.477.4012
08/04/2011 | Permalink
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