2026

All meetings by Zoom

start at 11:30 a.m.  (except HR Forum)

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RSVP for meetings at:

inforwca@gmail.com

 

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NOVEMBER 19, 2026: 

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​"Is This a Real Opportunity – or Just a Conversation?" presented by Connie Kadansky

Every sales conversation carries a silent question: Is this a real opportunity—or just talk?

In this webinar, you’ll learn how to quickly and confidently determine whether a prospect is ready to move forward with you. You’ll discover how to lead client conversations that feel natural, stay in control without pressure, and guide prospects toward a clear decision. If you sell professional services and want fewer dead-end conversations and more signed clients, this session is for you.

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In this webinar your will learn how to:

·  Identify the signals that separate real buying opportunities from polite but uncommitted conversations.

·  Strengthen your sales conversations with a practical framework that builds clarity, confidence, and momentum.

·  Guide prospective clients to recognize the value of working with you—and choose to retain your services on their own.

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December 2026

This holiday season, our resume writers group is trading resumes and LinkedIn profiles for games, laughter, and holiday cheer!

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Join us for a virtual gathering packed with interactive games, friendly challenges, festive surprises, and plenty of opportunities to relax and connect with your fellow writers.

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No pressure. No presentations. Just good times and great company.

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Come ready to laugh. Come ready to play. Come ready to celebrate.

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COMING IN 2027!

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JANUARY 2027

"Social Media Roundtable" led by Abby Nimoh

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FEBRUARY 2027

Annual HR Forum "The Shifting Job Market: What's Changed and What It Means for You"

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MARCH 2027

“From Unknown to Unforgettable: Networking That Elevates Your Brand”

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APRIL 2027

"The Grammar Bowl" - Because Clear Writing Always Scores

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MAY 2027

Member Resume Reviews - A peer-review program where resume writers exchange feedback, sharpen their skills, and create stronger resumes for their clients.

 

EARLIER 2026 PROGRAMS:​

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OCTOBER 15, 2026:

"How to Support College Graduates in Their Job Search" with Dahlia Ashford

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The transition from campus to corporate life has never been more daunting. With more than half of recent graduates experiencing underemployment in their first year and "entry-level" job postings routinely demanding 2+ years of experience, conventional job search advice falls flat.

This practical session equips resume writers and career coaches with concrete frameworks to transform inexperienced college grads into competitive, confident candidates. Attendees will learn how to convert academic projects into business assets, replace cold job-board frustration with warm alumni referral funnels, and guide young job seekers through the psychological hurdle of early-career rejection.​​​​​

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JANUARY 15, 2026

"The Trust Factor: Master Authentic Relationship Selling" with guest speaker, Dawn Stebbing

You’ll discover the secrets to mastering relationship-based selling by building trust, fostering genuine connections, and delivering authentic value.

 

 

FEBRUARY 19, 2026

Annual HR Forum - $20 nonmembers

"From Data to Direction, Translating Workforce Trends into Actionable Career Services Strategies"

Panelists: Sam Wright, Vince Vitale, and Andrew Aziz

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​​​​​​MARCH 19

What Recruiters See: Decoding the Backend of LinkedIn Talent Solutions with Kristen Fife, Senior Tech Recruiter | Career Coach | Author​

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APRIL 16

Grammar Bowl 2026- Get ready to tackle dangling modifiers and sack comma splices in the Grammar Bowl—where resume writers compete for linguistic glory and leave with sharper skills to craft flawless, interview-winning resumes!

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May 21

Client Coaching in the Era of Zoom and AI presented by Suzanne Berger 

Equip candidates to shine through every screen—phone, video, or AI—with coaching that transforms anxiety into authentic confidence and turns algorithmic gatekeepers into open doors!

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June 19

Salary Negotiation Secrets - What To Say and Not Say To Make More Money presented by Laura Browne

What can you do to help your clients be more comfortable negotiating higher starting salaries at their new jobs?

Asking for more money can be very stressful and this will give you practical steps that can show clients how to ask for and get higher salaries

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July - no meeting

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August 20, 2026

Ethics in Career Services presented by Marcy Maslov followed by AI and ethics roundtable discussion.

- Every business issue we face has an ethical dilemma at its core.

- Now more than ever these ethical dilemmas can happen at any level, in any organization, at any time.

- Ignoring these issues can be enormously costly.  

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