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RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS is the premier networking organization dedicated to helping professionals
with career development throughout the lifecycle of their careers.

Our members are provided with tools to grow and promote business relationships, create and develop job leads
and contacts, and continue on a successful career path. 

Members have access to networking meetings and career workshops, use of resource library, 
community service opportunities, an online chat arena in which to share contacts, job, networking, 
and volunteer opportunities, and receive discounts to national and local businesses and services, and more!

Become a Member (Registration is free!)


... have you Googled yourself lately?  
Google me "Debbie Rodkin" to learn how prospective clients, 
business partners, recruiters, and employers can find you!

Join qAlias Today!

Who will attend the RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS networking meetings?
Click here to find out!

VOLUNTEERING is a great way to network!  
Volunteers and Task Leaders are needed for Hands on Atlanta Day.  Please contact debbie@refocusoncareers.com if you'd like to volunteer with Debbie Rodkin on 
Saturday, October 4, 2008 from 8am-1pm at Enable of Georgia in Roswell, GA.

  Monday, September 8, 2008 in Atlanta, GA
  RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS NETWORKING MEETING  
            
Speaker: Leah Henderson, Life Coach
Topic: Changes That Matter, For Business, For Career, For Life

Time: 6:00pm-8:30pm (click here for agenda) 
NEW VENUE
: Hilton Garden Inn, 1501 Lake Hearn Drive, Atlanta, GA  30319. 404-504-0500 Meeting Room is downstairs
I-285 to Ashford-Dunwoody (Exit #29). Go SOUTH on Ashford Dunwoody (away from the mall).  Turn Right onto Lake Hearn Drive .  Hotel is on the Left. 
(The hotel offers a free shuttle from the parking lot to the hotel in the event of inclement weather.)


FREE resume review by Right Resumes
FREE professional name badge for those who RSVP prior to 9/5
FREE door prizes
FREE Atlanta Business Chronicle subscription
Complimentary hors d'oeuvres will be provided
 

RECRUITERS will be attending this event--bring plenty of resumes and business cards!

$15 in advance (by noon on Sunday 9/7) or $20 cash at the door (exact change please!) 

  Monday, September 8, 2008 in Atlanta, GA  
 
Mastering Executive Job Change Workshop

RSVP recommended to reserve your space:  770-587-9333
Time: 12:45pm-5pm
Cost:  FREE for RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS members
NEW VENUE: Hilton Garden Inn, 1501 Lake Hearn Drive, Atlanta, GA  30319. 404-504-0500 Meeting Room is downstairs
I-285 to Ashford-Dunwoody (Exit #29). Go SOUTH on Ashford Dunwoody (away from the mall).  Turn Right onto Lake Hearn Drive .  Hotel is on the Left. 
(The hotel offers a free shuttle from the parking lot to the hotel in the event of inclement weather.)

All costs are underwritten by the workshop co-sponsors, JFS&CS Your Tools For Living and Integrity Wealth Managements, Inc., 1775 Woodstock Road Roswell GA 30075 (770-587-9333) Securities offered through NEXT Financial Group, Inc. --Member NASD/SIPC.

  Tuesday, September 9, 2008 in Atlanta, GA  
  Re:Focus on Referrals Group--PERIMETER

Time:   7:30am-8:30am
Venue: Hilton Garden Inn,
1505 Lake Hearn Drive, Atlanta, GA  30319 (meeting in the bar area on the RIGHT)
Food:   Bagel/muffin with cream cheese/butter and beverage of choice*
(Other breakfast items may be purchased at an additional cost.)
Bring:   Business cards and a 1 minute elevator speech.  
Cost:   $10 per person (exact cash only)  (first-time guests $5)
Enjoy a SIGNIFICANT SAVINGS by paying $60 for the remainder of 2008--just click on the PayPal link below.

FOR PERIMETER RE:FOCUS ON REFERRALS GROUP ONLY

RSVP:  Robert Rosner (robertrosner@bellsouth.net) or Mychal Walker (mychalwalker@yahoo.com)  

Purpose: RE:FOCUS on Referrals has been formed to help our members who are gainfully employed develop careers, find new business partners and clients, and grow their companies.  Click HERE to learn more!
  Tuesday, September 9, 2008 in Waleska, GA
  Reinhardt College networking event

Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm (registration at 5:00pm)
Venue:
Reinhardt College , Bannister Glasshouse in Hasty Student Life Center, 7300 Reinhardt College Circle, Waleska, GA
Speaker: Debbie Rodkin, Executive Director, RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS
Topic: Networking 101: Making the Most of Your Networking Time, including a speed networking session

Complimentary H or s D’ouvres
$10 alumni, $15 all others
RSVP:
alumni@reinhardt.edu   or 770-720-5509 

  Thursday, September 11, 2008 in Atlanta, GA  
  Re:Focus on Referrals Group--TOCO HILLS

Time CHANGE:   10:30am-11:30am   (RAIN OR SHINE!)
Venue CHANGE: Bagel Palace
,
2869 N. Druid Hills Road, Atlanta, GA  30329  404.315.9016 (corner of LaVista & N. Druid Hills)
Food:   Beverages provided (food available for purchase)
Bring:   Business cards and a 1 minute elevator speech.  
Cost:   $10 per person (exact cash only) (first-time guests $5)
Enjoy a SIGNIFICANT SAVINGS by paying $60 for the remainder of 2008--just click on the PayPal link below.

FOR TOCO HILLS RE:FOCUS ON REFERRALS GROUP ONLY

RSVP: Tori Press (tori@redqueenstudio.com) and Heidi Berger (heidi@heidiberger.net

Purpose: RE:FOCUS on Referrals has been formed to help our members who are gainfully employed develop careers, find new business partners and clients, and grow their companies.  Click HERE to learn more!
  Monday, September 22, 2008 in Miami, FL
  National Association of Wedding Professionals' Annual Conference


Time: 9:30am-11am
Venue: Monkey Jungle
Speaker: Debbie Rodkin, Executive Director, RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS
Topic: Branding Tactics to Increase Your Exposure & Networking: Beyond the Handshake

RSVP: NAWP  Sue Totterdale  239-728-2592  ECook41181@aol.com 
  Tuesday, September 23, 2008 in Miami, FL
  University of Miami Toppel Career Center


Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm (registration begins at 5pm)
Venue: University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
Speaker: Debbie Rodkin, Executive Director, RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS
Topic:
Networking 101: Making the Most of Your Networking Time, including a speed networking session
This event is open to all UM students and alumni, and is free of charge.  Limited to first 50 RSVPs.
RSVP:  Edward Cruz at ecruz2@miami.edu before Monday, September 22 by 5pm 
  OTHER CITIES
  Ft. Lauderdale (or other south Florida city)
  Chicago
(contact Janine Caputo (dreamscape_vacations@hotmail.com) & debbie@refocusoncareers.com 
            Charlotte
            New Orleans


We've had some inquiries for RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS meetings in other cities; if you know someone who likes to network and plan/coordinate events, please encourage them to consider the Regional Director/Events Coordinator position. 

Yahoo groups are online forums created to facilitate networking, allowing members to exchange business and networking opportunities, volunteer events, contact information, and other useful tips. 

Join our

YahooGroup today:  http://groups.yahoo.com/group/refocusoncareers  

Want to GROW your business?  We are currently accepting sponsorships! 
Questions:  email Debbie Rodkin at debbie@ReFocusOnCareers.com

  2008 brings even more resources, events, and opportunities
for RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS and our members!

--Networking Meetings
--Mastering Executive Job Change Workshops
--Happy Hours
--Speaking Engagements
--Re:Focus on Referrals Groups
--Ambassador Club (committees to get you involved!)
--Volunteer Opportunities

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