Blog Post: Professional Development: Even More Important in a Tough Economy

In many cases opportunities for professional development (conferences, professional organizations, courses or classes, certifications, etc.) can be costly, and with many employers cutting budgets that leaves little left over for extra training expenses. However, there are still options – see below for an excellent opportunity for any professional women over the age of 18.

Featured Event for Professional Women: Strengthening Your Job Security, Growing Your Career Savvy

Empower yourself through unique seminars presented by leading local professionals. These workshops are designed to help you expand your professional skills, knowledge and networks!

Where: Fresh Start Women’s Foundation – 1130 E. McDowell Road , Phoenix , AZ 85006

When: Saturday, February 28 th from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Cost: $20 (includes choice of two workshops, breakfast and networking reception – limited scholarships are available and are given out based on financial need) – check or cash will be accepted at the door.

Registration: Advanced registration is strongly recommended in order to reserve your spot in your desired workshops. To register please email Amy Stake at astake@fswf.org – please include name, phone number, email and the 2 workshops you wish to attend.

Event Schedule:

8:30 to 9:30 – Event Check-in/Breakfast

9:30 to 11:30 – Workshop I

11:30 to 12:45 – Lunch (on your own)

1:00 to 3:00 – Workshop II

3:00 to 4:00 – Professional Networking Reception

Workshops – Choose 2:

The Must-Have Qualities of an Indispensable Employee with Karen Crotchfelt – The Arizona Republic

Networking Your Way to a Job with Jayne Phillips , Human Performance Professional & Julie Williams, Intuitive Life Coach

Do’s and Don’ts of Small Business Ownership with Robin Orchard – Owner of Orchard Medical Consulting & President of NAWBO Phoenix

How to Protect Your Job & Prepare for a Salary Review in Today’s Economy with Laura Browne – Program Manager of Women Unlimited & Published Author

Hot Careers Preview with Jackie Gill – Director of Career Services Mesa Community College & Layne Owens – Trainer Maricopa Workforce Connections

Time Management for the Career Woman with Carolyn Woods - National Association of Professional Organizers

Don’t wait – take advantage of this amazing opportunity to get inexpensive and high quality professional development taught by some amazing professional women. To view other workshops, seminars, and events happening at Fresh Start visit www.wehelpwomen.com or review the Jobing.com event calendar.