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8 Must Attend Events for Professionals in the San Francisco, Bay Area
Networking is one of the most influential and important factors to any professional career. Think of networking as career insurance, you are taking a proactive approach to adding security to your career. Networking allows you to get out there, make contacts and stay abreast with the latest industry news.
With millions of layoffs and very few signs of recovery, professionals are reaching out to others through networking. If you haven’t started now is the time to seize the day and start attending social mixers and networking events.
Some sources to find events in your area are sites like Upcoming.org and Meetup.com. By putting in your location and keywords you are given a list of events scheduled for the near and distant future. I recently did a search on Meetup and Upcoming for events in the San Francisco, Bay Area and here is what I came up with:
Events
1. Pink Slip Party – For the unemployed
Who would have thought getting a pink slip would be a valid reason to go out and party. If it means having access to companies, recruiters and HR professionals who are looking for fresh new talent, then of course it is.
The Pink Slip Party got its start during the last dot com bust and has resurfaced to help out those looking for work in today’s economy. Open to all industries, you can find Pink Slip Parties all over the nation. If you are interested in finding parties in your area, visit SlipSquad.com.
“Attending a Pink Slip Party is a smart move. You’ll have a great time, make some new friends and learn about new job opportunities before they ever hit Monster.com or CareerBuilder.com. You’ll be able to showcase your talents in a relaxed, friendly environment and trade tips with fellow job-seekers.”
2. Wiki Socials -
Hosted by Workyourcareer, Wiki Socials are monthly mixers where Employers, Job Seekers, and other Professionals to come together to socialize and network. To view all the upcoming Wiki Socials join their Meetup group: Bay Area Job Seekers & Professionals Looking to Network or check out the blog section of the Workyourcareer site.
“Our Wiki Socials are great places to find your next career move, and we’ve had several success stories of people finding jobs by attending them. Even if you’re not currently in the job market, our Wiki Socials are a great way to network and meet people within your field. And of course, if you’re an Employer, you’ll be sure to find top talent at our events. We look forward to seeing you soon!”
Next event will be held July 28th, where Workyourcareer will be hosting a Reverse Career Fair. It will be at Jillians at the Metreon located at Jillians at the Metro, 101 4th St, San Francisco, CA 94103.
3. Career Mojo – For the unemployed
A community of job seekers, CareerMojo is a place for job seekers to network both online and in person. They hold face to face networking events throughout the month. To join them and find out about their next event visit them on Meetup.com.
“Career Mojo is focused on delivering hope, inspiration, and motivation to those seeking employment through our core beliefs of paying it forward, not being alone, providing support, providing tools, and building community.”
4. Executives Network - For the unemployed
The Executives Network hold events throughout the nation with the goal to hook you up with someone who will help you land a job. You are given the opportunity to talk about your background, what you are looking for and where you need help in your job search.
Their next San Francisco area event will be held on August 11th at Club Quarters, 424 Clay Street, San Francisco, CA 94111. Unfortunately this meeting is restricted to those who hold director level or above positions.
5. San Francisco Professional Career Network –
The San Francisco Professional Career Network is about expanding your network and finding new opportunities. You meet with locals from industries and share your job search experiences, what you’re seeking, and what strategies you have to share.
Their next event is an open networking event on July 28th at Bittersweet Cafe, located at 2123 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA 94115.
6. Unemployed in Beautiful Bay Area - For the Unemployed
The Bay Area Unemployment Group is a place to network with other unemployed professionals during the weekday day. At each Meetup you give your name, job titles and email addresses for Linkedin and communication purposes. People share information on who’s is hiring and any other pertinent interview information.
No future events have been posted but check out their Meetup page to be informed when the next one will be happening.
7. FountainBlue’s Transitions Event: Get Back in the Game! –
This is an interactive session where executives get help on focusing on what’s really important in their career and job search, understand their personal value and how it can employers.
“We are still in the midst of a serious recession – broader and deeper than previous ones – that is having a dramatic and lasting impact on the executive job market. Many executives find themselves in an extended job search; those who are employed are concerned about job security and about making any career moves. Overcoming disappointment and inertia, keeping a positive attitude and focusing on proactive career management are challenges for the heartiest job seekers.”
This event is happening on Thursday August 20, 2009 from 11:30am – 2:00pm at the DLA Piper located at 555 Mission Street, Suite 2400, San Francisco, California 94105. For more information visit their event page on Upcoming.org
8. San Francisco Career & Education Expo
You will meet face-to-face with the area’s top employers who are hiring for positions from all types of industries. Visit the GoldenFutureCareerFairs website to get updates.
The expo will take place on Thursday, July 30th between 11am and 2pm at the Clarion Hotel San Francisco Airport, located at 401 E. Millbrae Avenue, Millbrae, CA 94030.
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