Resume and Job Search Secrets

You have seen the Chamber of Commerce in every city, but have you ever attended any of their events, educational seminars, joined committees, or volunteered? 

Did you know that at the Chamber of Commerce you can network with all types of business owners, executives, members of charitable organizations, elected officials, and everyday people like you and me looking for a job? Yes, it’s true!  If you have never attended, I encourage you to look up your local chamber and check it out.

My local Chamber of Commerce that I am a member of is the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.  Currently, I serve on the WOMENS committee and I am the Co-Chair of the Preparing Youth for Industry Committee.  Also, I am a graduate of Leadership XXIX. This is a great program to get to know your city and how it operates. Remember the chamber is also a great resource when relocating for a job. You can also call them to see if they know of a company that is hiring.

The Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce represents local business interests, promotes economic growth, provides leadership in community affairs and delivers services and programs for its business members.

There are three primary functions of a Chamber of Commerce:

• To act as an advocate for the business and professional community, translating into action the thinking of its members.
• To deliver specific services that can be most effectively performed by a local organization both to its members and to the community as a whole.
• To promote quality of life for the people of Hollywood.

So, your next employer may be attending the next chamber event!  Get involved! For the next Hollywood Chamber of Commerce event go to: www.hollywoodchamber.org

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