a guide to finding employment and fulfillment for the “overqualified” by don morrison, “serial...
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MENTORING
A guide to finding employment and fulfillment for the “overqualified”
By Don Morrison, “Serial Entrepreneur”
MENTORINGIt sucks to be “in transition”
Loss of self esteemLoss of income /Financial pressureAge discrimination (“sorry, but you’re
overqualified”)Rusty job seeking skills
MENTORING“When one door closes, another door opens”
Take advantage of the “opportunity” to reinvent and reinvigorate yourself.
You now have time to get in shape you didn’t have before (no more excuses)
Focus not on how others can help you, but how you can help others.
Understand and utilize all your resources
MENTORINGResources
Networking organizations/opportunities- ExecuNet- Project Hope- Habitat for Humanity- Mentoring
Financial resources- Educational resources- Unemployment claims- Social Security
MENTORINGLinkedIn
Complete profileList core skillsSmiling pictureAsk for recommendationsLook at contact’s contacts- ask for introsCheck out who’s checking you out
MENTORING“It’s not what you know, but who you know”
Most recruiters will tell you the majority of jobs are found through networking, not responding to job posting sites.
A recent study show that 66% of companies use LinkedIn as part of their recruiting process.
Take it off-lineIt’s all about networking
MENTORINGWhy mentoring?
It make you feel good- helping others less experienced“Over qualified” becomes “this person knows what
they’re talking about.You meet lots of people
- Young entrepreneurs- Investors- Business owners- Other mentors
Many mentoring situations will turn into opportunities
MENTORINGManage your expectations
Don’t go into it looking for a jobGo into it trying to help othersBe flexibleBe patientBe realisticThe more you give, the more you get
MENTORINGHow do I become a mentor?
Research the new business start-up incubator and accelerators in the area
Prepare your skill set profile as hand outContact the head of each incubator and let it
be known you would like to helpJust do it
MENTORINGWhat is mentoring?
It’s sharing your experienceIt’s being a coachIt’s being a cheerleaderIt’s opening doors for others
MENTORINGWhat are the mentoring opportunities in the area?
Innovation Works (Alpha Labs, and i-6)-Jim Jens, Director
CMU’s Project Olympus- Kit Needham, Executive Director
Youngstown Business Incubator- Jim Cossler, Executive Director
The eCenter @ Linden Point (Grove City College)- Yvonne English, Executive Director
Revv Oakland Beauty Shop (East Liberty) Energy Innovation Center (EIC) Duquense (TBD)
MENTORINGHow to get started?
Research and attend eventsMeet as many people as you can at each eventCollect and exchange business cardsConnect on LinkedIn
MENTORING
The rewards you receive will be proportionate to the
time you invest.
Pay it forward.
MENTORING
Q & A
Mission StatementWe are committed to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in the Oh-Penn region by providing education, mentorship and business resources as well as professional and technical assistance to help new and emerging STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) companies to grow and prosper.
By fulfilling this mission, we will create jobs and attract new companies thereby fueling the economic growth and prosperity of the region.
ObjectivesThis project will benefit a wide range of stakeholders in the Oh-Penn region and beyond. Key stakeholders include incubator companies and their employees, the community at large and area educational institutions.
Benefits to Incubator Companies
Reduced Barriers to EntryNetworkingMentorshipEducationGuidance
Increased Visibility and StatureLower Cost of Labor
Benefits to the Community
Job CreationDiversified Local Economy
Enhanced ImageIncreased Entrepreneurship
Business DevelopmentIncreased Tax Revenue
More Vibrant Community
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ServicesThe services available at the eCenter@LindenPointe vary based on whether a client is an incubator tenant or an affiliate member (a virtual client that does not rent an incubator suite).
Facility-Based: Incubator Suite Rental Security, janitorial, landscaping and parking Mailing Address and Package Reception Business Center Use Wireless Internet Access Business Services Assistance
Business Assessment, Coaching and Mentorship:Business Coaching Mentoring from successful business owners and industry experts Formation of an Advisory Board Continuous Monitoring of Client Progress
Capital and Financing: “Elevator Pitch” Work Develop relationships with Angel Investors Assist with search for Venture Capital Facilitate Corporate Partnerships Provide mentors to assist with capital issues
Networking and Education: Internal eCenter networking Networking with LindenPointe companies Educational Events and Programs Entrepreneur-specific Events and Meetings Seminars on specific “hot” topics
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Graduate
Congratulations to Jon Stephenson and Empire Streaming on a successful eCenter Graduation.
We know that you are destined to do great things in the world!
Pictured here with Congressman Mike Kelly
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The eCenter@LindenPointe welcomes new tenant…
NewClient:Tenant
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New Client:Tenant
Anderal Technologies
Electronically Assisted Manufacturing (EAM)
Ron Anderson, President
Dr. John RothSenior Technical AdvisorPenn State Behrend
The eCenter@LindenPointe welcomes new tenant…
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Prodacy.comPartnership between Jon Stephenson (Empire Streaming) and Andrew Rademacher (Stem Footwear).
The company is designing a new type of eCommerce platform (drag and drop) with an integrated warehousing option.
New Client:Affiliat
eThe eCenter@LindenPointe welcomes new affiliate client…
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App using Social Stories to help to improve the lives of autistic children by helping them to be more prepared for social situations
New Client:Affiliat
eThe eCenter@LindenPointe welcomes new affiliate client…
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CityLearn“Get lost in the culture. Not in the City.”
Gamification technology to help foreign exchange students, tourists and business travelers to instantly be comfortable navigating a new city
New Client:Affiliat
eThe eCenter@LindenPointe welcomes new affiliate
client…
Founder, Josh Fischer, with Associate Supreme Court Justice, Clarence Thomas
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Peace of mind and blended value to millennial women through premium natural skincare products and philanthropic messaging
New Client:Affiliat
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The eCenter@LindenPointe welcomes new affiliate client…
Get Involved!
There are a number of ways that you can be involved in this exciting venture.
Tenants: We’re looking for prospective companies to apply to become tenant clients. The best fit would be a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics-related venture that is less than three years old with an entrepreneur owner or management team that is willing to be coached and is ready for success. Other prospects include spin-offs of existing companies, new company divisions tasked with developing new product lines and potentially satellite locations for companies wishing to locate in the region (on a case-by-case basis).
Affiliates: We’re also looking for companies that can benefit from our program but that might not need to occupy a suite in the incubator. There are different levels of membership and the application process varies. We also have affiliate memberships for companies that wish to use the incubator amenities.
Mentors: Interested in sharing your wisdom and experience with entrepreneurs? Want to get back into the game? Serve on a client company’s Advisory Board or mentor students with new business ideas!
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Make Contact!If any of the options interest you, please send me an email and let me know how you’d like to get involved.
Yvonne English: [email protected]
If you’d like to mentor, please send your C.V./Resumé.
Don’t forget to connect with us on LinkedIn!
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