Below are the networking events for the week of February 11-17 in the Kansas City area. As always, if you know about other career fairs, meetings or events that would benefit job seekers, please send a note to markvanbaale@gmail.com. Thank you.
It is my hope that the information provided on this blog will help you to find a new job or make connections with people at the various networking events. Remember, there is also a Marketing/Social Media Job Leads page where new jobs are posted every day or every other day.
You can also follow @kcjobseekers or @markvanbaale on Twitter to get the latest updates.
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Tuesday, February 12
Power Chics Power Coffee Meeting
Location:
Little Monkey Bizness
12219 Shawnee Mission Parkway
Shawnee, KS
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Time: 8:00 am – 9:00 am
The Power Chics Power Coffee is a new venue for the person who prefers to meet in the morning. We will meet at 8 AM and get to know each other with introductions and a discussion topic.
Power Chics is a personal growth organization, developed by women and for women. Power Chics is dedicated to helping “chics” from all professional arenas grow and develop, both personally and professionally. Come see what we are about.
Please do register for this event so we have an idea of how many to expect.
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Biz2Biz Connect Networking Meetings
First Tuesday Morning Meeting Info:
Location:
Edward Jones Office
5725 Nieman Rd., Suite D
Shawnee, KS
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North of Johnson Drive on the East side of the street. If using the North parking lot, park on the East side of the lot only. More parking available across the street to the West and to the North.
Time: 8:00 am – 9:00 am
$5.00 entry. Job seekers and Non-profit staff can come for free. Coffee and hot tea is provided.
Second Tuesday Morning Meeting Info:
Location:
Scooter’s Coffeehouse
11106 Antioch Road
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
$5.00 entry. Job seekers and Non-profit staff can come for free.
More Information about the Group
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Christian Business Connections Network Meeting
Location:
East Side Baptist Church
19901 E. 78 Highway
Independence, MO
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Time: 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Join us! It is an all-inclusive and non-denominational group and our focus is networking/friendship/outreach.
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Creating a Powerful Foundation and Plan for Your Job Search Webinar
Time: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm CST
Being on a job search can sometimes seem like an endurance contest. For many people it seems too hard right from the beginning and they stop taking actions necessary to forge ahead on their search. Others last a little longer and they too mentally give up. Frustrated and doubting that they’ll ever get another job.
Overcoming indecision, fear and obstacles means you must have a plan and a solid foundation. Within your plan will be a series of goals which absolutely must be met.
In this presentation, we will focus on the path to success starting with changing your mindset. Then we will cover everything you need to do to ensure you have a solid plan and foundation. It is smart to prepare your mind so that you can go the distance and take advantage of every opportunity to have that competitive edge.
You will learn:
- How to “improve the way you think” resulting in less frustration and more action on your search.
- Powerful strategies for building your plan and strong foundation.
- How you can feel the best every single day.
- What relationships are absolutely necessary to drive you forward.
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Silicon Prairie News Kansas City Meetup
Location:
Harry’s Bar and Tables
501 Westport Road
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Free to attend.
Delve into deep conversation and meet a few new faces in the startup community at our SPN Kansas City meetup.
All are invited to regroup with us and talk about current projects, new ideas and their path to finding the right connection in the startup community. Our team will be there talking about the latest news with Big Kansas City and we welcome your ideas and input on ways we can continue to collectively build the conference.
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Young Nonprofit Professionals Network Monthly Gathering
Location:
The Cashew
2000 Grand Blvd.
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Are you new to the nonprofit sector as a professional or board member? Are you looking to network with other nonprofit professionals? Are you interested in shaping the programming and direction of your local YNPN chapter?
Join us for the next Young Nonprofit Professional Network of Kansas City (YNPNkc) Networking Happy Hour!
Appetizers will be provided, and drink specials will be available for purchase. This event is free to attend but RSVPs are requested.
YNPNkc is chapter of a national organization that provides professional development and networking opportunities to professionals new to their careers in the nonprofit sector.
RSVP’s are requested. RSVP to kansascity.ynpn@gmail.com
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Wednesday, February 13
Overland Park Chamber of Commerce Wednesday Wake Up – Networking Event
Location:
American Laser Skincare
13338 Metcalf Ave.
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 8:00 am – 9:00 am
Cost: $10.00 for non-members
Start your work day off right by networking with your business colleagues at Wednesday Wake-up. You’ll enjoy casual mingling, breakfast foods, brief updates and the opportunity to win fabulous door prizes.
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1 Million Cups Program for Entrepreneurs
Location:
Kauffman Labs
4801 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Kauffman Labs for Enterprise Creation created 1 Million Cups (1MC) as a simple way to engage entrepreneurs in the Kansas City community. Each week, the 1MC program offers two local upstarts an opportunity to present their companies to a diverse audience of mentors, advisors, and entrepreneurs.
The program takes place every Wednesday morning from 9:00-10:00am in Kauffman Labs. So if you’re interested in being involved with the 1 Million Cups program sign up, show up, help someone startup by offering your thoughts, questions, and advice.
Kauffman Foundation goes national with 1 Million Cups pitch event
This week, Rawxies and Code for America will present.
Watch Program Live starting at 8:50 am CST.
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How to Get More Job Interviews Weekly Webinar – Hosted by Martin Yate
Time: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm CST
Need more job interviews? Of course, but the old tactics don’t work anymore. You need job search tactics that will get you more interviews.
Learning how to get job interviews is crucial to your financial survival and to your long-term career success. Face facts: no interviews, no job offers.
You get: 60 minutes of personal resume coaching plus 30 mins of Q & A with Martin Yate CPC, world-renowned resume expert, NY Times bestseller of the world famous Knock Em Dead books, author of 14 career books in 62 foreign language editions.
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Biz2Biz Connect Networking Meeting
Wednesday Morning Meeting Info:
Location:
Scooter’s Coffeehouse
11106 Antioch Road
Overland Park, KS
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Time: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
$5.00 entry. Job seekers and Non-profit staff can come for free.
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How to Research and Impress Hiring Companies Webinar
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm CST
Join Kathy Bernard for this free training session to learn surprisingly effective ways to discover useful information about hiring companies so that you can impress them in your application materials and interviews.
In this FREE 60 minute training, you will discover:
- Whether a hiring company is thriving or dying
- What’s on the minds’ of its top executives
- How to reach the hiring manager
- What kind of people the company tends to hire
- Who you know who could influence your hiring there
- The salary ranges for key positions
- How to learn about recent departures and the very latest job postings
- What current employees have to say about the place
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KU 2013 Career Fair
Location:
Kansas Union
1301 Jayhawk Blvd.
Lawrence, KS
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Time: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The University Career Center is pleased to present the 2013 University Career Fair. This event provides an excellent opportunity for employers, graduate schools, and professional schools to meet students and visit with them about career opportunities and their organizations. Students enjoy the opportunity to learn more about various career fields, companies and organizations, internships, volunteer opportunities, and options available at graduate or professional schools. Students from all majors and academic levels are encouraged to attend.
The UCC will also be providing free professional LinkedIn profile pictures for students that attend the University Career Fair. The LinkedIn booth will be available at 1:00 pm the day of the event in the Kansas Union.
Before the career fair, take advantage of an additional opportunity to network with career fair employers at the Office of Multicultural Affairs Open House in the lobby of the Sabatini Multicultural Resource Center from 12:30 to 1:30 pm. All students are welcome and free desserts will be available until they run out.
List of Participating Employers
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PowerHouse Women PowerHour Event
Location:
El Maguey Mexican Restaurant
19700 East Valley View Parkway
Independence, MO
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Time: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Cost: $5.00
Are you a woman executive who lives, works or does business in Eastern Jackson County, Missouri? Would you like to connect with other ladies in similar positions to share resources and support for driving business in our community? If so, plug in to Powerhouse.
Mark your calendars for the Powerhouse Powerhour Wed., Feb 13th. Our guest speaker this month is Sherry Kirkpatrick, founder of HealthEd Connect. Sherry will sharing her interesting and inspirational career path with us – you won’t want to miss her story!
Members and invited guests are asked to RSVP via Eventbrite. There will be a $5 charge to cover meeting expenses.
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Freelance Exchange of Kansas City Happy Hour
Location:
Dodge City Distillery
11935 S Blackbob Rd.
Olathe, KS
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Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Free to attend.
Join Freelance Exchange for the first Happy Hour of the New Year on Wednesday, February 13th at Dodge City Distillery. Catch up over drinks and share your latest freelance endeavors as you build your professional network. Don’t forget to bring your business cards!
Event is open to members and non-members, so feel free to bring a guest.
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Thursday, February 14
How to Connect with Decision Makers and Secure Interviews Workshop
Location:
New Landings HQ
11320 W. 79th St.
Lenexa, KS
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Free to attend.
Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Ray Ruecker, Managing Director of Connect 5000, will share his expertise and experience on the following topics:
- How to write an effective email or letter that gets a response
- The power of LinkedIn – how to find decision makers (title, contact information, etc.)
- The power of Jigsaw – how to find executive decision maker’s email addresses and direct phone numbers
- How to leave effective voice mails that get callbacks for interviews or appointments
- Practical tips for individuals looking to launch their own business.
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Olathe Chamber Coffee meeting
Location this week:
Alexander & Ray’s TV & Appliance Ctr
1740 East Harold St.
Olathe, KS
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Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Open to job seekers to attend free of charge
Opportunity to mingle with Olathe area business owners and network to your next job. Expect to meet 150-250 people. There is a special sign-up area so job hunters and employers can meet.
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Get Hired Fast with LinkedIN Insider Secrets Webinar
Time: 10:00 am – Noon CST
In this FREE 90 minute Webinar Training You’ll Discover:
- Why you MUST be on LinkedIn to get hired fast in 2012
- The 3 Proven Strategies to use on LinkedIn to Get Hired…Fast
- How to avoid positioning yourself as a Desperate Job Seeker who no one wants to hire
- The Single Most Important thing you can do to overcome gaps in your employment
- Stop collecting worthless connections and get your phone ringing on LinkedIn
- How to get & use LinkedIn’s newest secret weapon – LinkedIn SIGNAL
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LinkedIn for the Job Seeker Webinar
Time: 11:00 am – Noon CST
Learn strategies and best practices to leverage LinkedIn at every stage of your job search.
Lindsey Pollak, bestselling career advice author and LinkedIn spokesperson, will show you how to:
- Build a profile that attracts recruiters and hiring managers
- Find more opportunities by expanding your professional network
- Send your resume to the top of the applicant list
- Learn about the features included with Job Seeker Premium
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How to Turn Interviews into Offers with Martin Yate Webinar
Time: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm CST
You need interviews to get job offers. And then you need to out perform all of your competition at the interviews to win the job offer.
This ability to turn job interviews into job offers is the most important professional skill you can develop. However, you have less experience going to job interviews and successfully turning them into job offers, than anything else you do in life.
You get: 60 minutes of personal resume coaching plus 30 mins of Q & A with Martin Yate CPC, world-renowned resume expert, NY Times bestseller of the world famous Knock Em Dead books, author of 14 career books in 62 foreign language editions.
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#OMCChat on Twitter
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm CST
Open Mic Career Chat is an unfiltered & upfront discussion about job search, interviewing, resume construction & bad interviewers. Great chat where job seekers, recruiters, human resource professionals, career coaches, and hiring managers can connect. Discussion/questions shared on Twitter.com using the hashtag #OMCChat.
Here is how you can participate in this chat:
1. Search for hashtag #OMCChat on Twitter when the chat starts at 6pm CST.
2. Introduce yourself when the chat begins.
3. Read, ask questions, comment, re-tweet. Participate.
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Friday, February 15
#HFChat (#HireFriday Chat) on Twitter
Time: 11:00 am – Noon CST
#HireFriday is the only stream on twitter that focuses solely on job seekers strengths, knowledge and abilities. Discussion/questions shared on Twitter.com using the hashtag #HFChat
Here is how you can participate in this chat:
1. Sign up for Twitter if you are not already on Twitter.
2. Search for hashtag #HFChat when the chat starts at 11am CST.
3. Introduce yourself when the chat begins.
4. Read, ask questions, comment, re-tweet. Participate!
More information on #HFChat and Hire Friday
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Wise Women Connect Luncheon
Location:
Hereford House
5001 Town Center Drive
Leawood, KS
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Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cost: $21.00 (includes lunch)
Who is Wise Women Connect? We are a professional organization of women with the established purpose of support and encouragement of women in business. If you know a lady who wants to be CONNECTED to other women in a certain profession, Wise Women Connect could be just what she needs.
We meet on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month from 11:00am-1pm with open networking and registration to begin at 11am.
You may attend 2 events before joining the organization.
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February KCSEM (Kansas City Search Engine Marketing Association) Lunch Event
Location:
Tomfooleries Restaurant (upstairs)
612 West 47th St.
Kansas City, MO
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Time: 11:30 am
Connect with fellow Kansas City SEO, SEM and internet marketers on Friday, February 15 at 11:30 am at Tomfooleries on the Plaza, for an informal lunch meetup hosted by the Kansas City Search Engine Marketing Association. There is no cost for attendance.
Whether you’re new to online marketing or a grizzled vet, KCSEM events are a great way to network and talk shop about the trends and tactics of SEO, PPC, Social Media, and the rest of the search landscape.
Register for Event on Meetup.com
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