With the ranks of jobless swelled in the USA to all time records, (even more counting those who have given up), it seems we will be most likely to find income by creating it ourselves. Wasting time sending endless resumes, subjecting yourself to intimidation, manipulation, criticism for extended unemployment (or stigmatization), grovelling or drug testing is not logical, nor truly American in our best traditions. We will come together to share ideas, experiences & approaches to identifying your …

… Recently unemployed myself, I came to the realization that the 40 and up age group just doesn't get the attention it needs and deserves. I felt that it was time for me to do something about it and make a real difference. Purpose: The purpose of this group is to join together and support the unemployed and employed job seekers over 40 who have been negatively impacted by this economy. We want to be the largest Over 40 job networking group in New York City, and eventually the country. This group w …

When's the last time you paid $5 for a really kool t-shirt? What about vacuums for just $14? Or DVD/VCR combos for $15? I kid you not, I've found these and oh so much more on my many hunts in and around NYCs cheapest thrift stores. My latest find was a fully working Xbox for just $12 - it even had a game in it that they didn't know about. It works just fine - too well in fact, as now I just wanna stay home and play Grand Theft Auto SanAndreas, which yes, I also bought for just $2.99. Where, a …

What is "The Art of Active Networking" and why do we do it? There was a recent article suggesting this staggering statistic: “Given the opportunity, over 70 percent of ALL people are not happy with their job, career or with what they are doing…and given the opportunity would change it!” Seems like a whole lot of people who do not love what they do when they wake up in the morning. With so many people unhappy, searching for jobs, shifting jobs, building their business, practice or consultancy a …

In 2005 I realized that there will be a multitude of Investors who will not see the flashing Warning signs of disaster up ahead. They were completely ill prepared to read those Warning Signs and therefore will drive their Investment Vehicles into disaster. Now, 4 years later, the wrecked Investment Vehicles are evident everywhere. That same year, for the specific purpose of educating Investors that they are missing those warning signs, I formed Analyze Business, Inc., an Educational Program whic …

With so many ways to meet people in such a vast city (including 5 boroughs), it would be nice to have venues where yo can meet others without the noise, crowds and confusion. We will attempt to have weekly events (no charge) in warmer weather and at least monthly through the Winter. Your input is welcome and encouraged. We anticipate outings from frequent "Central Park Picnic & Frisby" to Riverside Park Concerts where there is no use for pretense, fear or apprehension. There is NO FEE, or pre-re …

… The groundswell that has taken place in the NYC tech and startup scenes is contagious. This has led to growing competition for access to premier talent. Unfortunately, traditional recruitment strategies will not maintain their competitive edge. Silicon Alley Labs takes a different approach to recruitment by promoting community engagement and fun, rather than placing all the emphasis on a candidate's resume. Startups are not just seeking employees. They are searching for the select few who em …