Events - Week View

Tom Peters famously said, “We are CEOs of our own companies: Me, Inc.” But what does that mean we should do? In this session, you‘ll learn about personal branding and marketing, and how to differentiate yourself in the job search process. Learn to build trust with prospective clients and employers. Mastering personal branding puts you in the top 2% of job applicants and greatly enhances your chances of being selected for the job. Offered by 50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups (Registration is through their website).

Are you concerned about the environment and clean energy? Do you want to make a difference? Join us to explore green jobs. This work contributes to, preserves or restores the environment. And roles can fall into traditional sectors, such as agriculture, manufacturing and construction, or in new, emerging green sectors, such as renewable energy and energy efficiency, and they can include technical as well as administrative opportunities. Rob Arrowsmith, Area Manager at Sunrun, will describe the multitude of green jobs in a variety of industries. Rob will also introduce you to job opportunities at Sunrun, the nation’s leading home solar, battery storage, and energy services company. . Offered by 50+ Job Seekers in MA Statewide Networking Groups as part of their Savvy Seekers Series (registration is through their website). Co-presented by Encore Boston Network.

This energetic and interactive session will provide you with steps to take to begin to create your roadmap for what is most important in your life and/or work. Isn’t it time to make the most of the years ahead? Be ready to learn, reflect and play to consider the possibilities and new adventures ahead.

Digital and social media have become essential tools for building awareness, reaching clients and program participants, making new connections, and advocating for change. And gaining fluency in using these tools is now mandatory, not just something for another day. As their impact continues to grow and new features are added, staying current is critical to growth. In this session, you‘ll learn to master the “Core 4” social platforms, create content to attract audience and monetize your digital presence, use AI and ChatGPT to scale up your impact, and integrate emerging social tools and free resources to achieve your career and organizational goals. Get pro tips from social media experts: Janie Ho, Deputy Editor of Growth and Audience Development at the New York Daily News; Pardees Safizadeh, CEO and Founder of Albaloo; and Matt Nastos, CEO and Co-Founder of Maison MRKT. Offered by BC/Woods College Entrepreneurship Certificate Program, Professor Mary J, Cronin, Coordinator (also an Encore Boston Network board member).

Digital and social media are vitally important for career and business growth. Learn to master the “Core 4” social platforms, create content to attract audience and monetize your digital presence, use AI and ChatGPT to scale up your impact, and integrate emerging social tools and resources to achieve your goals. Panel includes Janie Ho, Deputy Editor of Growth and Audience Development at the New York Daily News; Pardees Safizadeh, CEO and Founder of Albaloo; and Matt Nastos, CEO and Co-Founder of Maison MRKT. Offered by the BC/Woods College Entrepreneur Program.

This session dives into one of the most important aspects of board membership: fundraising! We’ll learn how to do it effectively, as well as gain insight from a leading development pro about what they look for in a board member. Offered by United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley as part of their 4-part Board Connection program. Attend 3 out of 4 segments to get a certificate. Also sign up for their Board Connection platform to be connected to board opportunities.