Oct. 11 PRSA South Sound Group: “Brand You: Shining in a Job Search”

As a PR professional, you likely have managed organizational brands to highlight advantages in a competitive marketplace. Consider applying that same approach to yourself—especially in this economy’s crowded job market. Learn how to navigate the job search, make your best pitch during interviews and handle the accompanying roller coaster of emotions.

Panelists include:

- Jayme L. Kaniss, business services consultant, WorkSource Pierce

- Ruthann Reim McCaffree, founder and owner, Career Management Institute

- Jennifer Peppin, business services consultant, WorkSource Pierce

The South Sound Group meets at 8 a.m.—doors open early for networking—in the first floor board room at Metro Parks Tacoma headquarters, 4702 S. 19th St. Cost is $5 for PRSA members, $10 for nonmembers. Please sign in at the door. Refreshments are included, no reservations necessary.

Directions: From I-5 north or south, take SR-16 toward Gig Harbor. Take the 19th Street East exit toward Cheney Stadium, turn right on 19th, and then right into the Metro Parks Tacoma parking lot. Note: please leave the customer-designated parking open for Metro Parks. If you require special accommodations for a disability, please contact Sheree Trefry at 253.305.1059 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.