CAREER & EMPLOYMENT

Tuesday, July 13, 2010
”WOW!  Putting Punch Into Your Presentations”
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Jewish Family Service, 5402 Arapaho Road
(1 block east of the Dallas N. Tollway)
No charge.
Pauline Shirley, president of Leaders On Fire, has an international track record of success in building leaders.  She explains how to deliver presentations with impact, become more effective in any type of meeting, improve your personal leadership skills, handle challenging situations, and reap positive results.  Seating is Limited. Please come early to secure your seat. Questions? Please contact Mitch Jacobs at mjacobs@JFSdallas.org or 972.437.9950.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010
”Network or Not Work”
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Jewish Family Service, 5402 Arapaho Road
(1 block east of the Dallas N. Tollway)
No charge.
Networking is the name of the game these days for anyone seeking employment. Mark Schor, PhD explains why networking is crucial to your job search. He also discusses the many different types of networking opportunities available, in both the physical and electronic worlds. Dr. Schor is senior vice president of executive services for Right Management Consultants, where he provides executive career transition services as well as leadership and developmental coaching. Seating is Limited. Please come early to secure your seat. Questions? Please contact Mitch Jacobs at mjacobs@JFSdallas.org or 972.437.9950.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010
”Tell Me About Yourself: How to Promote Yourself to Employers”
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Jewish Family Service, 5402 Arapaho Road
(1 block east of the Dallas N. Tollway)
No charge.
Mina Brown explains the best way to answer that all-important question: “Tell Me About Yourself.” How much is too much to divulge? How much is not enough? What points should you be sure to include? What points should you avoid? Ms. Brown explains it all. Mina Brown, president and founder of Positive Coaching Group, is an experienced, insightful executive coach, career consultant, and seminar leader. Seating is Limited. Please come early to secure your seat. Questions? Please contact Mitch Jacobs at mjacobs@JFSdallas.org or 972.437.9950

WOMAN-TO-WOMAN LUNCHEON
Featuring DIANE VON FURSTENBERG

Monday, May 17, 2010
Neiman Marcus presents the Woman-to-Woman Luncheon Featuring Diane von Furstenberg and Benefiting Jewish Family Service
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Westin Galleria Dallas, 13340 Dallas Parkway at LBJ Freeway
Diane von Furstenberg has sold millions of iconic wrap dresses since she burst onto the fashion scene in the 1970s. Her image continues to symbolize strength and confidence, and today her luxury lifestyle brand is recognized around the globe. A firm believer in the power of women, Ms. Von Furstenberg is actively involved in empowering women leaders and social entrepreneurs. As the daughter of a Holocaust survivor, she lives and works by the words that her mother instilled in her, “Fear is not an option.” Jewish Family Service is pleased to honor her entrepreneurial spirit, celebrate her timeless fashions, and champion our shared belief in the unique abilities of women to change the world. Proceeds from the luncheon will support Jewish Family Service’s many programs and services for women and girls. For information about underwriting opportunities, please visit our website at www.JFSdallas.org/woman or contact Amy Walton at awalton@JFSdallas.org or 972.437.9950.