End of an Era

Dear Career Reboot Group Friends,

It is with a heavy heart that I must inform you that we are shutting down this program. 

The Career Reboot Group has been in operation for 5 years and has had over 60 reboot events.  Our topics covered everything from Resume Workshops to Working with Headhunters, from Interview Strategies to the Power of Public Speaking, from LinkedIn workshops to Volunteering, from Networking to Starting Your Own Business and let's not forget Applying to the Federal Government, Tips on applying to the City of Ottawa, and One-on-One Coaching. We expanded to 3 different locations and have had over 400 participants, with more than 40 speakers and coaches.

We are extremely proud of the success of Career Reboot, but, for several reasons, had decided that it's time to shut the program down.  I will never say never, but there will be no more Reboot events for the foreseeable future.  We will keep the website active and will forward any upcoming events through our emails.

Some Upcoming Event with the Library:
   •  Maximize Your Job Search,
      December 11, 5:45 pm
      https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/maximize-your-job-search-workshop 

   •  Interview Preparation and Practice,
      Wednesday, January 15, 5:45 pm
      https://biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/interview-preparation-and-practice-workshop 

For guidance in how to go about a pro-active job search, there are now tips and resources to explore on the Ottawa Public Library website:
•  Job Searching Guide
•  Guide de  recherche d’emploi

  

Thank you for all the support and encouragement.

Resume 1-on-1 - Beaverbrook - Nov. 25th

Resume Help 1-on-1

(Note: This is the Last Career Reboot Group for the foreseeable future) 

Monday, November 25th, 2019

Ottawa Public Library - Beaverbrook 

2500 Campeau Dr, 

6:30-8:00 pm

Bring your Resume and Cover Letter! 

Employment advisors from the
Community Employment Resource Centre
will sit with you one-on-one and offer advice. 

  Bring your Questions & Get Expert Answers! 

More Information on the Library Website

We look forward to seeing you!

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THIS IS THE LAST REBOOT SESSION
Please check the Library Website for more
Great Programs and Workshops.

Also - Please check the resources listed in our other tabs
for organisations and coaches that offer career,
job search, and coaching help! 
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Great opportunities to learn, practice and network. 

Please share this link and information with friends, family and others in your network group. 

Drop-ins are welcome. 

            

Fed Tips - Emerald - Nov. 18th

Insider Tips on Working for the Federal Government.

Monday, November 18th, 2019

Ottawa Public Library - Emerald Plaza 

1547 Merivale Road, 

6:30-8:00 pm

What is it like to work for the Federal Government? 
What kinds of work do Public Servants do? 
How can I get a government job? 
Do I have to be bilingual?

In this interactive session, career Public Servant Andrew McCallum will answer these questions and any others you may have on working for the Feds.

Come with your questions and learn insider tips.  

  Bring your Questions & Get Expert Answers! 

More Information on the Library Website

We look forward to seeing you!

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Upcoming Reboot Evenings:

Monday, November 25th, 2019 • Beaverbrook Resume Help One-on-One in collaboration with CERC

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Great opportunities to learn, practice and network. 

Please share this link and information with friends, family and others in your network group. 

Drop-ins are welcome. 

            

Job Success - Orleans - Nov 4th

Tips for Job Success

Monday, November 4th, 2019

Ottawa Public Library - Orleans

1705 Orleans Blvd, 

6:30-8:00 pm

Are you aware of the key elements of success in the workplace? 

Join a career advisor from Agilec for an interactive discussion on what improves your ability to be successful in finding and retaining a job and in succeeding in a job. We will cover topics such as:

• what are employers looking for
• effective interpersonal workplace behaviours
• what’s important when starting a new job
• communication
• dress code
• retention skills
• what success looks like
• attitudes
• problem solving skills
• social skills both verbal and non-verbal
• acceptable reasons to be absent from work – reasons vs excuses
• social media rules
•  how do I find out what I should be doing?
•  and so much more!

Come ready to be involved in the discussion and participate in exercises.   

  Bring your Questions & Get Expert Answers! 

More Information on the Library Website

We look forward to seeing you!

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Upcoming Reboot Evenings:

Monday, November 18th, 2019 • Emerald Plaza Insider Tips on Working for the Federal Government Andrew McCallum Monday, November 25th, 2019 • Beaverbrook Resume Help One-on-One in collaboration with CERC Monday, December 2nd, 2019 • Orleans Interview Skills & Tips Anne Windle

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Great opportunities to learn, practice and network. 

Please share this link and information with friends, family and others in your network group. 

Drop-ins are welcome. 

            

Natural Networking - Beaverbrook - Oct. 28th

Practicing Natural Networking

Monday, October 28th, 2019

Ottawa Public Library - Beaverbrook 

2500 Campeau Dr., 

6:30-8:00 pm

Humans are social animals.

Most of us like to develop and maintain relationships. 

However, when we talk about relationship building in a job search context or business context and start to call it networking, people often get uncomfortable.

In this session, Andrew McCallum, Career Reboot Group facilitator and HR professional, will show you that networking doesn’t have to be stressful and will lead you through a series of practical exercises to help networking feel more natural.

  Bring your Questions & Get Expert Answers!

More Information on the Library Website

We look forward to seeing you!

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Upcoming Reboot Evenings:

Monday, November 4th, 2019 • Orleans Tips for Job Success in collaboration with Agilec Monday, November 18th, 2019 • Emerald Plaza Insider Tips on Working for the Federal Government Andrew McCallum Monday, November 25th, 2019 • Beaverbrook Resume Help One-on-One in collaboration with CERC Monday, December 2nd, 2019 • Orleans Interview Skills & Tips Anne Windle

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Great opportunities to learn, practice and network. 

Please share this link and information with friends, family and others in your network group. 

Drop-ins are welcome. 

            

Applying to City of Ottawa - Emerald - Oct. 7th

Applying for a Job with the City of Ottawa
(Municipal Government)

 

Monday, October 7th, 2019

Ottawa Public Library - Emerald Plaza 

1547 Merivale Road, 

6:30-8:00 pm

Do you want to work for the City of Ottawa? 

Don't miss this session with Matt Graham, a former Hiring Manager at the City of Ottawa, to learn first-hand knowledge and insider tips on how to go about the process and how to distinguish yourself.    

You will learn about the process of finding postings of jobs, tips on how to fill out the application and how to limit your chances of getting screened out, and details of what to do after you apply.  Followed by great advice on how to prepare for an interview or test, how to sell yourself, how to prepare for the conversation at the interview, what the hiring manager looks for, and more.   Matt will then discuss the probation period once you are in, and the internal job postings and training opportunities available. 

  Bring your Questions & Get Expert Answers! 

More Information on the Library Website

We look forward to seeing you!

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Upcoming Reboot Evenings:

Monday, October 28th, 2019 • Beaverbrook Practicing Natural Networking Andrew McCallum Monday, November 4th, 2019 • Orleans Tips for Job Success in collaboration with Agilec Monday, November 18th, 2019 • Emerald Plaza Insider Tips on Working for the Federal Government Andrew McCallum Monday, November 25th, 2019 • Beaverbrook Resume Help One-on-One in collaboration with CERC Monday, December 2nd, 2019 • Orleans Interview Skills & Tips Anne Windle

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Great opportunities to learn, practice and network. 

Please share this link and information with friends, family and others in your network group. 

Drop-ins are welcome. 

            

Networking - Beaverbrook - Sept. 30th

Networking for Job Searching.

Monday, September 30th, 2019

Ottawa Public Library - Beaverbrook 

2500 Campeau Dr, 

6:30-8:00 pm

So you find answering job postings is not leading anywhere in your job search? How can you be more proactive in seeking a new position?

Join Len Fardella of Peter's New Jobs as he shares tips and resources for how to learn and practice the art of Networking as a job-search tool.

  Bring your Questions & Get Expert Answers! 

More Information on the Library Website

We look forward to seeing you!

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Upcoming Reboot Evenings:

Monday, October 7th, 2019 • Emerald Plaza Applying for a Job with the City of Ottawa

(Municipal Government) Matthew Graham Monday, October 28th, 2019 • Beaverbrook Practicing Natural Networking Andrew McCallum Monday, November 4th, 2019 • Orleans Tips for Job Success in collaboration with Agilec Monday, November 18th, 2019 • Emerald Plaza Insider Tips on Working for the Federal Government Andrew McCallum Monday, November 25th, 2019 • Beaverbrook Resume Help One-on-One in collaboration with CERC Monday, December 2nd, 2019 • Orleans Interview Skills & Tips Anne Windle

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Great opportunities to learn, practice and network. 

Please share this link and information with friends, family and others in your network group. 

Drop-ins are welcome.