Reinventing Ourselves “to remake or make over, as in a different form”

Makeovers Celebrity Makeovers Biggest Loser

Regroup, Rethink YOUR JOB

Skills & Competencies Fundraising Marketing Administrative Management Campaign Development Charity Liaison Technical

Next Steps? Need more information/clarity about how these changes impact you Conversation with your LFCC and new Zone Conversation with your current workplace Evaluate your personal situation

Uncertainty

5 Stages of Grief 1.Denial 2.Anger 3.Bargaining 4.Depression 5.Acceptance ~Dr. Kubler-Ross

What are ALL the Possibilities?

Possibilities outreach coordinator more responsibility new responsibility less responsibility part-time consulting seasonal becoming independent joining another campaign doing a different position at your company

Other Possibilities

How to Position Yourself in 2015 Networking Soul searching Volunteering Part-time job Internship Preparation Additional responsibilities Fundraising Marketing

Other Positioning Ideas

Networking 101 “It’s not what you know, it’s WHO you know.”

Networking/Connections homework assignment Make a list of everyone you know (professional, social, neighborhood, organizations you belong to, kids friend, teachers, coaches, businesses you frequent. etc.) Make a list of companies/non-profits you like & respect

Networking/Connection Ideas Be open to attending: – Internal meetings – External meetings – Networking events – Chamber of Commerce/ Rotary Club, etc. – Social opportunities – Luncheons – After work experiences

Other Networking/Connections

References and Referrals 3-5 professional references 2 personal references Referrals – people want to help homework: gather contact information and talk with each person to ask for permission and give them a head’s up send a personal thank you’s every time someone helps you

Creating a Portfolio – Results; statistics – Annual Reports – Training materials – Testimonials – Initiatives specific to your position/area

Resources for Career Search Worksheets – Developing a Personal Commercial – Figuring out a Goal Statement, if applicable Resume tips Online Job Search Resources Skills and Competencies Current position descriptions

Be Ready For Change