Pennsylvania Career Development Association (PACDA)

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Don’t forget to register for the next PACDA event! As a special Holiday bonus: Non-members are invited at the member rate. Only $10 to hob nob virtually with authors and peers in the career field. Invite a colleague or your whole team!

?????????? ????????-?????? ?????????? Join us on ???????????????? ???????? for an engaging event where PACDA members & friends share insights and discoveries from books they have written. Participants will summarize key takeaways and valuable lessons. There will also be breakout sessions for more in-depth discussions. ????. ???????????? ???????? ??????????://??????.????????????????.??????/????/?????????????????????????????? Dr. Ives is the co-author of ???????????????? ??????????????: ????????, ??????????, & ???????????????? ???? ???? ?? ???????????? ???? ???????? ??????????. Her credentials are: ? Certification as a Global Career Development Facilitator Instructor, Offender Workforce Development Specialist Instructor, Inner Heroes? Lead Coach, and as a Certified Counselor by both NBCC and CCE. She holds Post Graduate Certificates from Harvard Law School (Mediation and Negotiation) & Johns Hopkins (Educational Administration and Supervision). ????. ?????????? ???????????????????? ??????????://??????.????????????????.??????/????/??????????????????????????????/ Dr. Richardson is the author of Career Consciousness and her credentials are: -Certification as a Career Development Facilitator, Professional Certified Coach (ICF), Hogan Assessments and Advanced Feedback, 360 Benchmarks Assessments, Emotional and Social Competency Inventory, Inventory of Leadership Styles and Organizational Climate Survey, Appreciative Inquiry, Immunity to Change? Facilitator, MBTI, and Neuroscience of Change. ???????? ???????????? ??????????://??????.????????????????.??????/????/????????????????????/ Jane Finkle is the author of The Introverts Complete Career Guide. Her credentials are: -MS in Counseling Psychology from the University of Rochester & a BS in Human Development and Family Studies from Syracuse Univ. -Formal career development affiliations including leading PACDA’s Mentoring Program and membership in NCDA. ?????????? ?????????????????? ??????????://??????.????????????????.??????/????/???????????????????????????? Karen Litzinger is the author of Help Wanted: An A to Z Guide to Cope with the Ups and Downs of the Job Search. Her credentials include: -MA in Higher Education Administration from Michigan State Univ. and a BA in Business Administration from Duquesne Univ. ?????????? ???????????????? ?????????? ??????????://??????.????????????????.??????/????/?????????????????????????????????? Paula Brand is the author of The Purple Parachute: A Woman's Guide to Navigating the Winds of Career Change. Her credentials include: ? Certification as a Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF), a PARWCC Certified Professional Résumé Writer (CPRW), SkillScan Career Driver and Express Assessments, Salary Negotiation Specialist, Workplace Excellence Facilitator, Job & Career Transition Coach (JCTC) ??????'?? ???????? ?????? ???? ???????? ???????????? ???? ???????????????? ?????????????? ???????? ?????????? ?????????????? ???????? ?????????????????????? ???? ????????!

There's still time to register for the next PACDA webinar!

This webinar, scheduled for one year after the 10 PACDA Comes to You (PCTY) live events in the fall of 2024, brings together a panel to explore the evolving impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on our profession. This follow-up session aims to assess how AI has influenced career planning, development, and management over the past year, building on insights gained during last year’s discussions and our practical applications since. Panelists will revisit key themes such as: ??AI's role in enhancing efficiency, creativity, and decision-making in job search and career counseling ??The ethical implications of how AI tools have been integrated into career services ??Trends in AI tools??and recommended resources Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss the continued potential for AI to reshape job search and job market trends. This webinar will serve as a platform for exchanging ideas and best practices among career practitioners navigating the AI-driven future. ??.??. ???????? ?????? ???????? ?????? ?????? ???????? ?????????? - ????????-?????? ???????????????????? & ?????????????????? ?????????????? ???????????????? ????????, ???????? ?? ???? - ?????? ????

In keeping with PACDA’s mission to provide professional development and networking opportunities, we are inviting career practitioners to get to know each other, promote relationship building, and discuss key challenges with other professionals within their primary affiliation. There will be an introduction providing key points around the impact on job search of intergenerational differences in work style and culture. Breakout groups will discuss and report out on strategies for adapting career coaching messages and practices for different generations. ?????????? ?????? ??????.????????????????.?????? ???? ???????????????? ?????? ?????? ?????????????? ???? ????????????????. ???????? ?????????? ?????? ?????? ???????????? ??????????????????????. ???? ????????: ? Coaching Neurodiverse Clients/Students ? How AI is affecting job search and career services delivery ???? ?????? ???????? ?????????????? ???? ?????????????????? ???? ?? ??????????????/??????????????????/?????????? ???????????? ?????? ???????????? ????????????, ???????????? ?????????? ??????????????????????@????????????????.??????. ?????????? ??????!

Unemployed? Underemployed? This in-person workshop in Wayne, PA is for you.

???????? ?????? ???????? ?????????????? ?????????? ???????????? ???????? ?????? ???????????? ???????????????? ????????????????? Join PACDA and 6 coaches who have their own coaching businesses on Aug. 22nd for the next PACDA webinar, ????????????????, ????????????????????, ?????? ???????????????????? ???????????????????? ???? ?????????????? ????????????????. ?????????????? ??????????, ??????, ???????? / ???????????? ?????????? Shelley started as a career coach at Lehigh Carbon Community College more than 10 yrs ago after a career in HR & management. She pivoted to her private practice (Dreamcatcher Career Coaching, LLC) in 2021. Shelley is Chair of PACDA’s Communications Committee & the Apprenticeship Ambassador for a new nonprofit in the Lehigh Valley, A.I.M.E.. She is certified as a Global Career Development Facilitator and has a PHR certification as well. ?????????????? ??????????, ????????, ????????, ?????????? Jessica has 8 years of experience in the career field. After stints with Talent Inc & Andy Thomas Careers she launched her own practice in 2018, Your Resume Partner/Your Career Partner. She also has 7 years of prior experience in HR. Jessica is Chair of PACDA’s Membership Committee. She is a Certified Professional Career Coach, a Certified Professional Resume Writer, & holds the Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert Certification. ???????? ?????? ????????????, ?????? Beth has 20+ years of experience as an independent career coach & previously worked for OPTIONS Career and Human Resource Consulting. Beth was an active Board member of PACDA’s predecessor organization (Phila Association of Career Professionals) and chairs PACDA’s Partnership Committee. She is a Board Certified Career Management Fellow. ?????????? ???????????? Debra recently relaunched her independent practice after 16 yrs in career services in higher ed. She previously provided OD consulting at DuPont & outplacement consulting in the UK. Debra chairs PACDA’s Technology Committee & was an active Board member of PACDA’s predecessor organization, Phila Association of Career Professionals. ?????????????????? ????????????, MS, NCC Stephanie launched her private practice, Access College and Career Consultants, more than 14 years ago. Stephanie is PACDA’s CEU Coordinator & a member of the Program Committee; she was also an active Board member of PACDA’s predecessor organization, Phila Association of Career Professionals. She volunteers with GS of S New Jersey, NJ Association for College Admissions Counseling, Independent Educational Consultants Association, NACE, & PA Association for College Admission Counseling. ???????? ????????????-???????? Erin has been a career practitioner for 16+ years in higher ed, outplacement, & K-12. She launched her private practice (Chirp Clarity) seven years ago. She is a member of PACDA’s membership committee. She is an NCDA Certified Career Counselor and an MBTI Certified Practitioner. #PACDA #careercoaching

?????????? ?????? ???????? ???? ?????????????? ???????? ?????? ???????????????? ???? ?? ????????????? PACDA is excited to announce the launch of our new Mentoring Program. The goal of this program is to advance the profession through meaningful conversations, the achievement of goals, and a shared wisdom that supports continuous career development. PACDA is now accepting applications for Mentees. To be eligible for this free program you must be a current PACDA member for at least 6 months with at least one year of work experience in the field of career development. You can also apply if you are a current PACDA student member matriculated in a graduate school program related to counseling or career development. Mentees must be able to commit to the program for 3 mentoring conversations within 6 months. Consider the benefits: ?? Improved professional skills, confidence, and career development ?? Valuable insights, tips, and resources from an established career professional ?? Stronger connection to PACDA, the state’s premier association in career development ?? Potential progression into leadership roles or career advancement ?? Boosts self-esteem and encourages positive risk-taking ?? Increases knowledge of trends and resources ???????????????? ?????? ???????????????????? ???????????? ???????????????????????? ???? ?????? 17????. Visit https://lnkd.in/eZjKTNjY to apply.