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In
this Issue. 
Upcoming
Events
Flexible Workforce Network (non-TAG) @ the Bagel Bin Tuesday May 13,
11:30am – 1:00pm.
Jumpstart: Concise, Meaningful Introductions @ Rochester Works Wednesday
May 14 11:00am – 1:00pm.
“Mega” social event@ Johnny’s Irish Pub Wednesday May 21, 4:30pm –
7:30pm.
August Group Job Fair @ MCC Thursday June 5, 2:00pm – 6:00pm
Send calendar additions to
calendar@augustgroup.org
Are you willing to assist enhance the content of this section of the newsletter?
We're looking for members to populate the calendar with events of interest.
If so, send an email to
newsletter@augustgroup.org. It gets better with your
input and contributions.
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Words to Ponder
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"Don’t tell people how to live their
lives, just tell stories, because they can figure out how to apply the
stories to their lives."
- Randy Pausch
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"It’s not about how to achieve your
dreams. It’s about how to lead your life. If you lead your life the
right way, the karma will take care of itself. The dreams will come to
you."
- Randy Pausch
Got a thought to share? Send it to
newsletter@augustrgroup.org and put
"Words to Ponder" in the Subject Line.
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Member Announcements
Have an announcement to share?
Here you can
share so many things. You're a new member and want share your elevator
speech. You never know who might spot it, perhaps a recruiter or business
owner looking for someone just like you.
Perhaps you've landed a new position and wish
to share the story and gratitude.
Maybe you are coordinating an event for
community or charity and seek support.
This is where we'll post it. This section
reflects our members. Make contributions.
It's all about members for members and more
here. Send your email to
newsletter@augustgroup.org.
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Feature
Articles
Have an
article to contribute? We welcome your contributions. Make a difference. Share a story. Submit it to
newsletter@augustgroup.org.
Got a story idea? Submit it to
newsletter@augustgroup.org.
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Job
Postings
Hidden
jobs are welcomed for sharing at
jobs@augustgroup.org. If the job
your neighbor,
friend or family shared with you is not right for you, it might be
perfect for an August Group colleague. This is a great place for
practicing "give to get." With 1600 members, what can happen here
when members own the content?
We
welcome volunteers to coordinate the job postings on a weekly basis.
Employers and members submit jobs that must be readied for
inclusion in the newsletter. A lack of help means fewer jobs get
posted in a timely manner. Why not be the first one to see new
postings??!!
NEW
Postings this week
Previously posted jobs
See the August Group
Newsletter Archives
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News from the Power Networking Groups
The
Power Networking Groups have been the most effective of all
programs offered by The August Group. We hope that the member's
will report regularly to the newsletter of their successes and stories
shared. Submit notes to
newsletter@augustgroup.org and insert
"PNG" in the Subject line.
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Feature
Articles
The August Group registers with LinkedIn
LinkedIn Groups add Authentication
LinkedIn has enhanced the value of Groups recently adding an authentication
procedure. Previously it was assumed that LinkedIn members would honorably
list in their profiles those groups to which they were truly belonged. It’s
been observed that this is not the case. LinkedIn refined the Groups
function. Now groups can register with LinkedIn and one’s membership in a
group must be authenticated. When authenticated your profile will display
the group’s logo in your profile.
The Value of LinkedIn Groups
What’s the value of Groups? To connect with other LinkedIn members you must
know them well enough to invite them. It is assumed that people you know
well, that you’ll know their email address. It’s also assumed that if you
are a member of a group that you may share common interests yet not know all
members well enough to have their email addresses. The August Group would be
a great example. Members from 2002 are not likely to bump into members of
2005 or today, yet all share a common interest in networking.
The Value of Joining The August Group’s LinkedIn Group
When a new member joins The August Group they come seeking connections in
general sessions at The Bagel Bin or St. Cecilia’s. The challenge is that
they are limited to making connections with only those people they meet in
that session. There are now 1000’s who have attended The August Group and
who qualify as members. If you take each member and their LinkedIn
connections each member would have access to millions of connections and
contacts online. The most difficult challenge is finding contacts. LinkedIn
enables the finding. The August Group facilitates making the connections
real with warm introductions and face to face meetings. All August Group
members benefit adding their affiliation to The August Group to their
LinkedIn profile. If you’re looking to connect to millions, and that is not
an exaggerated claim, then become a LinkedIn member and join The August
Group within LinkedIn.
Joining LinkedIn and LinkedIn’s August Group Group (Did I say that
correctly?)
Joining LinkedIn is easy. Go to
LinkedIn
and you can become a member in 2-3 minutes. To learn more about this tool
either play with it or visit the Upcoming Events
section to learn about upcoming training.
To join the LinkedIn Group for The August Group there are two requirements.
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You must demonstrate
your networking inclination and abilities. The August Group is all about
networking and making connections. The mantra is “Give to get.” Members
who practice this will have the 50 connections required to become a
member of this group. When you have achieved 50 connections you will
have demonstrated that you too are a connector.
NOTE – you can be a member of The August Group, with less than 50
LinkedIn connections. You WILL NOT be a member of The August
Group’s LinkedIn Group until you reach 50 connections.
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We will verify your
participation in The August Group either past or present.
No one will be initially rejected for failing either of these requirements.
After your request is made you will have 30 days to meet both authentication
and 50 connections requirements. If these requirements are not met in that
time frame your request will be rejected and you will be instructed as to
how you might achieve membership in the future. If connecting to millions or
simply hundreds matters to you and will assist you, then join LinkedIn,
learn the tool and connect with The August Group within LinkedIn.
For the skeptical go to the
Media Coverage
page where articles from Fortune, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Time
and other leading publications regularly feature this game changing online
application that is networking for professionals. You'll find the
Fortune Magazine article "Why you'll finally use LinkedIn" most
interesting.
Join TAG Group in LinkedIn
by clicking on this link.
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Job Postings
New job postings this week
Analysts and Chemists
Columbia Analytical
Services (CAS) is currently seeking full-time Analysts and Chemists for its
Rochester, NY location. AA or BS in Chemistry; analytical laboratory
experience a plus.
CAS is an
employee-owned, full-service analytical laboratory network. Our
vision is simple: to be the best analytical services company in the
industry.
CAS offers a competitive
benefits package, including 401(k), ESOP, health and life benefits, domestic
partner benefits, and flexible spending account.
Submit resume to
Columbia Analytical Services, 1 Mustard Street, Suite 250, Rochester, NY
14609 or via email:
cid:3a2tua83b7eo@webmail.localnet.com.
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PC Technician
SMARTSOURCE is
currently searching for a PC Technician for a 2 month Project in Rochester,
NY 14623.
Anticipated start date: ASAP
Duration: 2 months / could go longer
Hours: Normal Business Hours
Responsibilities:
Desktop person that has experience
with:
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Windows
XP
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Microsoft Office 2003
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Basic
hardware troubleshooting and diagnostics - including desktops, laptops,
printers
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Setting
up a PC based on a predefined checklist
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Setting
up a user profile for new PC's and copying data from one to another
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Answering a Help Desk calls from users
Must be able to complete the Project
Pass Criminal Background Check
Thanks ,
Rick Pour
(888)832-7823 x.1050
rpour@smartsource-inc.com
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Offsite Wine Tasting
Associate
Casa Larga Vineyards is looking for an
Offsite Wine Tasting Associate. The associate should be a positive,
energetic individual who will be responsible for conducting in-home,
corporate and community wine tasting events in an engaging, professional
manner that will promote Casa Larga Vineyards, our products and our company
mission.
You must love wine, be independent,
able to react quickly, high energy, fun loving and a people person. You must
have strong verbal communication skills and possess an understanding of wine
and the wine tasting process.
You must be over 21 years of age; be
able to lift up to 40 pounds; be punctual and reliable; with reliable
transportation; be able to work evenings and weekends and work in the wine
shop during peak hours and events.
Resumes and Cover Letters can be
sent to Jan Dougherty, Offsite Events Coordinator.
winetastings@casalarga.com
Casa Larga Vineyards
PO Box 400
Fairport, NY 14450
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