Kansas City Job Search/Networking Events for November 25-27

Here are the networking events for the week of November 25-27 in the Kansas City area. 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.

You can also follow @kcjobseekers or @markvanbaale on Twitter to get the latest updates.

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Monday, November 25

CAREEREALISM LinkedIn Lab Webinar

Time: Noon – 1:00 pm CST

Free to attend.

Starting Monday, November 18, CAREEREALISM is introducing the LinkedIn Lab – a live web show that focuses strictly on your LinkedIn strategy!

During these shows, you will learn how to brand yourself, introduce yourself, and market yourself effectively – and easily!

Also, J.T. O’Donnell, LinkedIn Influencer and CAREEREALISM founder, will present on a specific topic, then answer your questions live on the show.

Today’s Topic is: How to Write a LinkedIn Headline
 
J.T will will give you step-by-step instructions on how to write a great LinkedIn headline.

More Information and How to Register

Watch Live Online at Noon CST

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Monday Geek Night

Location:
Tannin Wine Bar & Kitchen
1526 Walnut St.
Kansas City, MO

Time: 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Come early for happy hour which features half price starters and 25% off glasses of wine from 4-6pm. Seats at the bar are great for working (they fill up fast!) and the patio is lovely as long as the weather is, too. Power outlets are difficult to come by; charge up before you head over or arrive early for the best seating.

What is Monday Geek Night? It is a weekly Monday night gathering of geeks who enjoy topics including, but not limited to, application and web development (code of all kinds), entrepreneurship, gaming, marketing, design, movies, the current state of all things tech, and usually beer and other cocktails. 

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#JobHuntChat on Twitter

Time: 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm CST

Job Hunt Chat is a community where job seekers, recruiters, human resource professionals, career coaches, and hiring managers can connect. Discussion/questions shared on Twitter.com using the hashtag #JobHuntChat.

Here is how you can participate in this chat:
1. Search for hashtag #JobHuntChat on Twitter when the chat starts at 9 pm CDT.
2. Introduce yourself when the chat begins.
3. Read, ask questions, comment, re-tweet. Participate.

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Tuesday, November 26

Power Chics Power Coffee Meeting

Location:
Roasterie Factory Cafe
1204 W. 27th St.
Kansas City, MO

Time: 8:00 am – 9:00 am

Cost: $10.00 for non-members

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.

Register for Event

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Biz2Biz Connect Networking Tuesday Meeting

Location:
Scooter’s Coffeehouse
10610 Shawnee Mission Parkway
Shawnee, KS

Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am

$5.00 entry. Job seekers and Non-profit staff can come for free. 

More Information about the Group

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Re-THINK Your Job Search Plan Webinar

Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm CST

This webinar teaches you to take your power back on your job search and everywhere in your life. 

Learn how you can use simple systems that allow you to be effective on your job search using a proven process that can turn any frustration and obstacle into an opportunity – on the spot.

  • Learn 20 Tips to have a Record Year including getting back to work FAST.
  • Learn How to Create a Personal Plan. 
  • Learn how to put accountability into place immediately! Deadlines get us to move our feet.

Register for FREE

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Wednesday, November 27

PeopleKC – Professionals Enriching Other People’s Lives Weekly Meeting

Location:
Platte Valley Bank
8401 Missouri 45
Parkville, MO

Time: 8:30 am – 9:30 am

Free to attend. 

Let’s meet and have a casual breakfast before the Holiday. We look forward to meeting new friends, and also visiting with our current members. 

We are Business Professionals, enriching other people’s lives everyday.

We are united to support each other’s business through personal referrals and to work diligently to support the many needs of our community.

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1 Million Cups Program for Entrepreneurs

Location:
Kauffman Labs
4801 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO

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.

Watch Program Live starting at 8:50 am CST.

Register to Attend and Who is Presenting

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Northland Business Networking Meeting

Location:
The WynBrick Center‎
1701 Wynbrick Drive
Liberty, MO

Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

We meet every Wednesday at the Wynbrick Center in Liberty, MO to build relationships with other local business owners to pass referrals, make connections, and grow our business. We always have an education segment with a topic to help us grow our business. The meeting is Free. Lunch is optional. It is $7 in advance or $10 at the door. You can purchase advance lunch tickets for this event. This week’s menu will be determined by a survey.

Northland Business Networking is a free networking group in the Northland. We provide a platform for you to get to know other business owners and build relationships to share referrals and create connections that can really grow your business. We have a guest speaker each week to teach us a new area we can grow our business and spotlight businesses that are members of our group that get extra time to share with us what they do so we know how to help grow their business.
 
 

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Biz2Biz Connect Networking Wednesday Meeting

Location:
Scooter’s Coffeehouse
11106 Antioch Road
Overland Park, KS

Time: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

$5.00 entry. Job seekers and Non-profit staff can come for free. 

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No events on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29

Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday, December 3

Leawood Chamber Morning Mingling

Location:
Dean & Deluca
4700 W. 119th
Leawood, KS

*Please use the southeast entrance.

Time: 8:00 am – 9:30 am

No cost to attend.

Celebrate the holiday season with Dean & Deluca’s delectable party treats!

Leawood Chamber members, their guests, and ‘future’ Chamber members are invited to join us for some great Leawood Chamber networking.  

The registration deadline for this event is Friday, November 29 by 5:00 pm, so make your reservation today!

Register for Event

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