Monday Job Seekers Connection: Networking - The Ultimate Superpower!

Start your week with a community of other job seekers who support, encourage, motivate, and learn from each other through their job searches. Job Seekers Connection energizes and inspires participants by sharing valuable strategies and techniques from professional career coaches, recruiters, and Human Resources representatives.

Topic: Networking - The Ultimate Superpower!

This week's presenter: Fabian Lira

Unlock the ultimate superpower for career success: networking! In today’s fast-paced and competitive job market, your ability to connect with others can be the key to unlocking new opportunities, accelerating your career growth, and achieving your professional goals. This training session will empower you with the strategies and confidence needed to wield networking as your ultimate superpower.

During this high-impact session, you will:

• Discover the Power of Networking: Explore why networking is considered the ultimate career superpower and how it can open doors that might otherwise remain closed. We'll demystify common networking misconceptions and highlight how networking goes beyond just collecting business cards.

• Master Essential Networking Techniques: Learn practical, actionable techniques for building and expanding your professional network, whether you’re attending events, engaging online, or making the most of casual interactions. You’ll develop your own elevator pitch and learn how to make a lasting impact.

• Harness Your Network for Career Advancement: Learn how to leverage your network strategically to access hidden job opportunities, secure referrals, and gain valuable insights into your industry. We’ll discuss the importance of maintaining relationships and the art of follow-up.

By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with the tools and confidence to activate your networking superpower, propelling you toward your career goals with new energy and insight. Whether you're just starting out or looking to boost your career to the next level, this training will help you harness the full potential of networking.

Takeaways:

• A personalized “superhero” elevator pitch
• Effective networking strategies that align with your career aspirations
• The confidence to network like a pro in any setting

Join us and discover how networking can become your ultimate superpower for career success!

About the presenter:

Fabian Lira is a seasoned leader and global consultant with nearly 20 years of experience driving transformative success across industries such as energy, aviation, oil and gas, mining, and pharmaceuticals. As a former Fire Chief and firefighter-EMT, he brings a unique blend of crisis management and leadership skills, which he has successfully applied in executive roles, including serving as CEO for multiple companies. His expertise includes providing strategic guidance and hands-on instruction to over 100 organizations worldwide. Fabian leverages his diverse background as a Career and Leadership Development Coach, Trainer, and Speaker, empowering professionals to achieve their goals. In addition to his professional endeavors, he is a SCUBA Diving Instructor and a passionate advocate for wellness and fitness.

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Advance registration is preferred for all Ed Portal programs and events. Walk-in attendees may not be admitted.

Parking is limited around the Ed Portal so we recommend taking public transportation.

Public transportation options:

We are about a 15-20 minute walk from the Red Line Harvard Square station or Green Line -B Harvard Avenue station.

Several MBTA buses also stop near the intersection of North Harvard Street and Western Avenue: #66, #86, #70.

Parking information:

If you choose to drive to the Ed Portal please be prepared to utilize the two-hour on-street parking surrounding the Ed Portal or to park at Artesani Park and walk 10-12 minutes along Western Avenue to arrive at the Ed Portal. A limited number of parking spaces are available in the rear of the Ed Portal building on a first come, first serve basis. You may only use parking spaces in the rear of the Ed Portal building outlined in orange paint.

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If you require an accommodation for a disability, please call the Ed Portal ahead of time at 617-496-5022 and we will do our best to assist you.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Harvard Ed Portal, 224 Western Avenue, Allston, United States