ReferenceUSA as a Job Search and as a Business Tool: Free Webinars @ Arnold Library

The Arnold Branch of the Jefferson County Library (1701 Missouri State Rd., at the corner of Astra Way and Hwy. 141) will offer two free informational webinars in June covering how to get the most out of the library’s subscription to the online resource ReferenceUSA as a job seeker and as a business person.  “Uncovering the Hidden Job Market: Career Search Strategies using ReferenceUSA” will be offered Wednesday, June 22^nd at 2:30 p.m. and “ReferenceUSA Search Essentials” will be offered Friday, June 24^th at 11:00 a.m.

During the “Uncovering the Hidden Job Market” webinar on June 22^nd, attendees will learn how to use ReferenceUSA as part of their Career Searching Strategy. Included will be the importance of having accurate information for applications and resumes, creating engaging cover letters, assembling a network of references and referrers, finding key persons at a business to act as mentors, building datasets of potential employers based on skill set, work history and preferences as well as how to prepare for interviews and interactions through thorough research.

The “ReferenceUSA Search Essentials” webinar on June 24^th is designed for the person new to using the database, this free webinar will cover all the basics of ReferenceUSA.  The training will cover the four essentials anyone, particularly anyone new to ReferenceUSA, would want to know in order to be successful in using the resource. Lots of time will be reserved at the end of the session for questions.

Registration is required to attend these webinars and priority for the 6/22 event will be given to Jefferson County Library district residents as seating is limited in the Computer Lab.  Please call 636-296-5171, email mmccarthy@jeffcolib.org, or visit the Information Desk at the Arnold Branch as soon as possible to register.  Access to ReferenceUSA is available through the library’s website, www.jeffersoncountylibrary.org, through the Find Databases button to those with a valid JCL library card.  

Learn how to use ReferenceUSA - Free with your library card!

ReferenceUSA is an online resource that the library subscribes to that can be of great help to the business community.  It is available free through the library's website with a valid Jefferson County Library card.

 ReferenceUSA is the leading provider in business and consumer research! Offering a full-service platform, ReferenceUSA helps users create marketing plans, conduct competitive analysis, raise funds and locate people. The database selections and real-time access to more than 20 Million Businesses and 222 Million Consumers make research easy and fast! ReferenceUSA’s quality information helps researchers, students and job-seekers...

ReferenceUSA can be accessed through the Jefferson County Library website from your home or office through these steps:

1. Go on the Internet to www.jeffersoncountylibrary.org

2. Click on Find Databases in the left hand navigation menu

3. Click on the General Reference tab

4. Scroll down to the ReferenceUSA icon and click on it

5. Enter your library card number without any spaces
 

ReferenceUSA has made available two free informative webinars in June to make sure you get the most out of the resource.  We hope to also be able to offer these webinars at the library as well.  Check our calendar of events at wwww.jeffersoncountylibrary.org.

Topic:  Uncovering the Hidden Job Market: Career Search Strategies using ReferenceUSA

Day/Dates: Wednesday ( June 1,8,15,22,29)

Time: 2:30 PM CENTRAL

In this hour-long, inter-active session, attendees will learn how to use ReferenceUSA as part of their Career Searching Strategy.  Included will be information on the importance of having accurate information for applications and resumes, creating engaging cover letters, assembling a network of references and referrers, finding key persons at a business to act as mentors, building datasets of potential employers based on skill set, work history and preferences as well as how to prepare for interviews and interactions through thorough research.   Requirements are internet access and a dedicated phone line.  Seating is limited.

To register for any of the five session dates, follow the link below.

http://tiny.cc/UncoverTheHiddenJobMarket

Topic: ReferenceUSA Search Essentials

Day/Dates: Friday (June 3, 10, 17, 24)

Time: 11:00 AM CENTRAL

Designed for the person new to using ReferenceUSA, this hour-long session will cover all the basics ReferenceUSA.  Attendees will only require an internet connection and phone line to participate.  The training will cover the Four Essentials anyone, particularly anyone new to ReferenceUSA, would want to know in order to be successful in using the resource.  Lots of time will be reserved at the end of the session for questions.

To register for any of the four session dates, follow the link below:

http://tiny.cc/ReferenceUSAEssentials