PARTICIPANT INPUT DRIVES OUR PROGRAM
At the end of each meeting, participants are sent a survey asking to share their reactions to the speaker and the subject of the day’s meeting.
In addition to “rave reviews,” we also receive suggestions on ways to improve our program, including adjustments to time management and requests for topics for future meetings. We listen to our members’ suggestions, and it’s their input that drives the development of SJN. Read feedback:
What did you like best about the meeting?
- The informal, welcoming atmosphere that encouraged participation.
- Being encouraged to follow my passion and getting so many ideas and support from the group.
- Gave me a step-by-step plan to follow in the job search process.
- Meaty content of presentation and fact that you post overheads online.
- Great info in presentation. Also, really appreciate Eric’s testament of faith. It’s a hard time, his advice helps.
- Emphasis of the speaker, Eric Walton, to focus on the things we can control.
- What great potential there is for hi-tech growth here. Was not aware of this prior to attending this meeting.
- What I like about your group is the genuine concern and caring of the facilitators, board members, etc and it’s clear that you all are coming from the right place in creating a “safe” atmosphere for those of us who are in transition in our lives. None of the other networking groups that I’ve attended in Scottsdale create this atmosphere to the extent that SJN does. Congratulations!
What value does SJN provide to your career transition?
- Optimism for finding work in a challenging economy for the mature worker.
- I am grateful for being with other people in same situation as I am, networking and learning skill/strategies to find my next job.
- Coaches me on how to present myself for the next interview.
- Gives me a lot more confidence.
- This was my first meeting. I was very impressed with the staff and support available for job seekers.
- A chance to listen to excellent speakers on matters of great relevance to job seekers.
- Solidarity and support.
- Provides great info and feels less alone knowing others share your experience.
- Extremely valuable networking.
- A safe place to ask questions.
- Chance to network, volunteer and give back.
- Linking to recruiters, coaches and the SJN Yahoo Group on jobs that may not be publicly known.
- Great foundation as a launching pad for regrouping, hearing other people’s stories and getting tips on various topics.
- Opportunity to meet new friends, build relationships.
- Excellent! Covers everything from networking through job interview process.
- Good homework with questions to answer and time [between meetings] to refine our best responses.
- “First timer” — I will be back!
- Too numerous to mention – SJN is fabulous. I tell everyone I know about you.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS we love to share!
June 29, 2009 – Attn: Eric Walton
What your presentation has done for me is wonder what I have done with myself since March. I have been doing nothing but spin my wheels in the sandy Arizona mud. Just now I popped my Book of Lists CD into my computer to chose three companies to look into at this moment. Since I am
trying to do sort of a career change since quitting my job in March, I have
felt overwhelmed with trying to apply to as many places as possible. Now I
realize that instead of giving partial effort to so many companies, I need
to put my heart, soul, and PASSION into the select few deserving of MY
talents. On my to do lists for tomorrow after my SJN self support team meeting is to try find some people from these companies to network with within the next few days. Thank you for taking the foggy goggles off from over my eyes!
Additionally, I am very eager to assist SJN in the Southeast Valley as much as possible. Since I am extremely passionate about SJN for what it has done for me and what it can do for others in transition, I would be honored to give back to the community.
Again, thank you for your presentation and your efforts involved in bringing
SJN to the Southeast Valley. If there is anything at all I can do to be of assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
James A. Paderta II
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Member Barbara Jandro attended several meetings while doing research for her doctorate on the mature job seeker. She wrote: “I believe that job clubs serve a valuable purpose especially for the long term unemployed in terms of providing those folks with a platform to remind them that they are useful. However, from my communication with job clubs across the U.S. last year, I can say that not all job clubs are as organized and friendly as SJN. Some focus on coaching services and charge fees. Others, out of necessity I assume, have a revolving door of directors. Hard to maintain a consistent ‘home’ that way. Anyway – I think SJN is one of the best for a varied group of people and I advertise it all the time.”
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“Our customers who attended your networking events are very pleased with it. We recommend all job seekers to try and make your events. Thanks for all that you are doing to assist job seekers.“
Yomi Owoyemi
Account Representative
Phoenix Workforce Connection
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“Chris Vicari has founded an organization that provides invaluable support and guidance to individuals seeking employment and the emotional support that is so critical during this time in their lives. This work is a non-profit, volunteer entity that currently serves hundreds of unemployed and is a reflection of Chris’ passion to help her fellow man with no expectation of compensation. The Scottsdale Job Network is highly regarded for its quality and breadth of support and is considered the premier networking/support organization in the valley.”
Steve Geourgoulis
SJN Alumni Member
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