The process of career transition is one with inherent ups and downs, highs and lows. As a job seeker, it’s important for you to be resilient – to be able to rebound when things don’t work out as you had hoped or anticipated. Resilience is not genetic; rather it is something that you can learn. There are a number of factors that have been identified by behavioral health professionals that are shared by people who have the ability to bounce back most effectively from life’s challenges – not just once, but over and over. In this session, you will discover simple, effective ways to become more resilient!

WHAT IS LINKS: LINKS is an acronym for Leads, Information, Networking, Know-how, and Strategies. It is an educational and motivational program designed to help candidates prepare for the week ahead and to share conversation, contacts, and job-search information in a relaxed, friendly environment. For the unemployed professional, LINKS is a “place to go” to focus on the job search when others go to work on Monday Mornings. LINKS sessions are free and open to the public. Reservations are required.

Supported by the Vinik Family Foundation, Jeff and Penny Vinik, Trustees

Goals:

• Kick-start the week with renewed energy and focus
• Learn career transition tips from career strategists and industry experts
• Practice a 30-second commercial in a relaxed, safe environment
• Exchange ideas, information, and experiences with participants
• Create an action plan for the week

What We Will Cover:

• 30-Second commercials
• The topic of the week
• Candidate successes and challenges
• Individual action plans for the week

Materials Needed:
No materials are needed.

Program Length:
1½ hours.  Plan to arrive 15 minutes early.

Who Should Attend:
Unemployed and underemployed individuals looking to work in a professional environment and seeking relevant and practical information or advice regarding the next steps in their job search or career path. This includes individuals in mid-career transition, women re-entering the workforce after a hiatus, military veterans transitioning to the civilian workforce, recent college graduates launching their careers, and mature workers not ready or able to retire.

Cost to Attend:
Free for TBJL Program participants and guests.

Dress:
Business casual.

Out of consideration for other participants, we ask that all candidates refrain from wearing fragrances, perfume, and cologne.

Where:
TampaBay-Job-Links
Jack Roth Center for Career Development
4100 West Kennedy Blvd. Suite 206
Tampa, FL 33609

Reservations Required:

Seating is limited to 18 participants. Please email rsvp@tbjl.org, or call (813) 344-0200 by end of day on Thursday, 5/17/18.