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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!

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

  Tuesday, July 8, 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 Debbie Rodkin debbie@refocusoncareers.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!
  Thursday, July 10, 2008 in Atlanta, GA  
  Re:Focus on Referrals Group--TOCO HILLS

Time:   3pm-4pm
Venue: Moe's, 2484 Briarcliff Rd, Suite 41, Atlanta, GA (404-248-9399) Loehman's Plaza, at corner of N. Druid Hills/Briarcliff Rd.
Food:   TBD
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, July 14, 2008 in Atlanta, GA
  RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS NETWORKING MEETING  
            
Speaker: Michael Kogon, CEO of Definition 6
Topic: So you want to work with or for me? What do CEOs look for in a future employee, business partner, and/or vendor. Why only 1 out of 8 applicants, business development, or salespeople gets an offer. And what you should know about what CEOs consider before hiring someone new as an employee and/or as a vendor.

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 7/11
FREE door prizes
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 7/13) or $20 cash at the door (exact change please!)     

Sponsorships available.  Please contact debbie@refocusoncareers.com 
  Monday, July 14, 2008 in Roswell, 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, July 15, 2008 in Rome, GA
  Georgia Society of CPAs, Rome Chapter

Time: 12pm-1pm
Venue: Coosa Country Club, Rome, GA
Speaker: Debbie Rodkin, Executive Director, RE:FOCUS ON CAREERS
Topic: Making the Most of Your Networking Time
RSVP: Rome Chapter, GSCPA
  Thursday, July 31, 2008 in Atlanta, GA
  Marketing/PR and Strategic Initiatives Committee Meeting
            Ambassador Club 

Time:  7:00am-8:30am
Venue: Panera Bread Company, Perimeter Place,
4531 Olde Perimeter Way, Atlanta, GA 30346, 770-352-9323

RSVP: Debbie Rodkin debbie@refocusoncareers.com 

PR/Marketing Committee:  Recognize, create, and execute PR and Marketing opportunities
Chair: Lisa Marianni,  lisajmarianni@hotmail.com 


Strategic Initiatives Committee:  Develop and implement strategic initiatives to allow this organization to grow and further benefit its members  
Chair: Beverly Beren, bberen2@earthlink.net
  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: Marketing Tactics to Increase Your Exposure & Networking: Beyond the Handshake
RSVP: NAWP  Sue Totterdale 
239-728-2592  ECook41181@aol.com 
  OTHER CITIES
  Ft. Lauderdale
  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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