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"YOU" Are The Product, Tues., Aug. 28

Jan Marino will discuss why, in today’s job market, “YOU are the Product.” Jan is a life and career transition coach. She is CEO and co-founder of ENCORE Partners, a consulting company. A personal branding expert, she thoroughly understands how the reinvention process works. 

Through Jan, you will better recognize, in today’s market:

  • How the career game field, rules, teams and plays have changed dramatically.
  • Why YOU are the product, so a strong personal brand is essential. 
  • How to market YOU and your benefits to set you apart from the competition. 

The St. Mary Immaculate Employment Ministry meets August 28th at 6:30pm in the St. Mary Immaculate Parish Faith Sharing Room at 15629 South Rt. 59 in Plainfield.

If you are new to networking, come at 6:30 pm for an introduction to networking tools like the Handbill and the Elevator Speech. At 7:00 pm, our program featuring Jan Marino will start. Later, you can work one-on-one with our coaches to improve your resume, to practice interviewing skills or expand your network. Bring copies of your handbill or resume.

We help job seekers succeed. There is no cost to attend, pre-registration is not required, and everyone is welcome. Our members represent all ages, work backgrounds and future desires. Dress is casual.

Email EmploymentMinistry@smip.org or call 815-436-2651 ext 815 for more information.

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