Thursday, October 15 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner
9:30 AM - Maximizing LinkedIn Presence with Kara D. Bell
Learn to communicate your value and maximize your LinkedIn presence! Career Coach & Workforce Development Trainer, Kara D. Bell, has helped thousands of job seekers with strategies to overcome: lack of experience, long term unemployment, career gaps, ageism and other bias with the goal of helping them find meaningful work. Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and plenty of business cards. Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live. (Input passcode CNGhope to join.) Contact team.cngaustin@gmail.com with any questions.
Monday, October 19 - Job Seekers Network Meeting
Take the Next Step in Your Job Search - Join us as we walk through a simple readiness checklist to help you move forward with confidence in your job search. Designed for returning job seekers continuing their journey from 8:45–9:30 AM. If you’re new, we’ll get you started with orientation during this time.
First timers, please plan to arrive by 8:40 AM and fill out this form to pre-register to expedite your check-in process!
9:30 AM - 5 Ways to Move Your Job Search Forward This Week with Madelyn Butler
Give your job search a boost! Join PurposeWorks for an interactive session featuring practical tips for resumes, networking, LinkedIn, interviewing, and building momentum. Discover helpful resources and leave with one clear action to take this week.
10:30 AM - Marketing Plan Workshop
We meet at Grace Covenant Church - in the Live Oak Building. Use the stairs/elevator to the 2nd floor!
Our speaker will begin promptly at 9:30AM. Plan to arrive early so you can get checked in and not miss any of this amazing training session. Come enjoy coffee & community! Zoom is hosted live.
Tuesday, October 20
On Demand - Considering Owning Your Own Business?
David Omholt hosts a webinar on the pros and cons of all ownership options, when it works and when it doesn’t, industry categories and much more. Take this eQuiz to find out if starting a business or franchise might be a fit for you! Contact info@purposeworks.org for an on demand direct webinar link to watch anytime at your convenience.
Thursday, October 22 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner
9:30 AM - CNG Meet Up with Kara D. Bell
Learn to recognize and communicate your value! Career Coach & Workforce Development Trainer, Kara D. Bell, has helped thousands of job seekers with strategies to overcome: lack of experience, long term unemployment, career gaps, ageism and other bias with the goal of helping them find meaningful work. Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and plenty of business cards. Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live. (Input passcode CNGhope to join.) Contact team.cngaustin@gmail.com with any questions.
Monday, October 26 - Job Seekers Network Meeting
Take the Next Step in Your Job Search - Join us as we walk through a simple readiness checklist to help you move forward with confidence in your job search. Designed for returning job seekers continuing their journey from 8:45–9:30 AM. If you’re new, we’ll get you started with orientation during this time.
First timers, please plan to arrive by 8:40 AM and fill out this form to pre-register to expedite your check-in process!
9:30 AM - The Ahaa Algorithm with Stephen Schaefer
Product Designer at HP, Stephen Schaefer, leads teams to change user problems into premium customer experiences. He will be sharing a method to creatively solve what is blocking your search! Ever notice your best ideas happen in the shower — never when you working in breakout group, writing your resume, updating LinkedIn or grinding through another application? That's not a coincidence. It's neuroscience: our brains solve problems best when we stop trying so hard to force them. In this session, we'll unpack why insight shows up when we let go, and — more importantly — how job seekers can deliberately create the a personal "Ahaa Toolkit" to create and capture more "Ahaa Moments" with fewer showers. Attendees will leave with their own AHAA Toolkit — a personalized worksheet with a job-search problem they're stuck on and an action plan they can apply practically.
10:30 AM - Job Search Work Teams
Don't job search alone! This focused time goes one step deeper building relationships and allows participants to share a current struggle, goal, or roadblock related to purpose, faith, or work. Each person will take a brief turn in the “hot seat” to receive feedback, ideas, and encouragement from the group. It’s a powerful way to gain clarity, brainstorm solutions, and move forward with renewed confidence.
CONTINUE BUILDING YOUR JOB SEARCH
If you joined us recently, this session is designed to help you build on the progress you’ve already started, bringing more focus and structure so your efforts begin to produce results. If you’re new, you’ll gain practical tools and a supportive community to help you take your next step with clarity.
We meet at Grace Covenant Church - in the Live Oak Building. Use the stairs/elevator to the 2nd floor!
Our speaker will begin promptly at 9:30AM. Plan to arrive early so you can get checked in and not miss any of this amazing training session. Come enjoy coffee & community! Zoom is hosted live.
Tuesday, October 27
On Demand - Considering Owning Your Own Business?
David Omholt hosts a webinar on the pros and cons of all ownership options, when it works and when it doesn’t, industry categories and much more. Take this eQuiz to find out if starting a business or franchise might be a fit for you! Contact info@purposeworks.org for an on demand direct webinar link to watch anytime at your convenience.
Thursday, October 29 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner
9:30 AM - Conversations With God During A Trial with Doug Sherman
Doug Sherman will be joining to speak about how to have conversations with God through the course of a trial. He is Entrepreneur/Co-Founder of Clearwater Benefits Holdings, an innovative healthcare company serving independent contractors as well as small and large companies. Doug is also the author of nine Christian books, including Your Work Matters to God and Jesus at the Door. Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and plenty of business cards. Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live. (Input passcode CNGhope to join.) Contact team.cngaustin@gmail.com with any questions.
Monday, November 2 - Job Seekers Network Meeting
Take the Next Step in Your Job Search - Join us as we walk through a simple readiness checklist to help you move forward with confidence in your job search. Designed for returning job seekers continuing their journey from 8:45–9:30 AM. If you’re new, we’ll get you started with orientation during this time.
First timers, please plan to arrive by 8:40 AM and fill out this form to pre-register to expedite your check-in process!
9:30 AM - Uncovering Your Personal Brand with Cathy Laws
Cathy Laws brings a heart for service and a passion for making a difference. With a background in software engineering at IBM and more than two decades of service with Community Impact’s Education Connection, Cathy continues to invest in others today as a Purposeworks Coach. Learn how to identify your key skills, attributes, and experiences effectively in a a way that helps you communicate the value you bring. Discover how to develop your CAR (Challenge, Action, Result) impact statements. Important for elevator pitch, resumes, LinkedIn, interviewing, networking and more!
10:30 AM - CAR Statement Workshop
Learn how to communicate your strengths through the CAR or Challenge–Action–Result framework. Identify key challenges faced, actions taken, and results that were achieved—then shape them into powerful personalized statements you can use to tell success stories. Practice transforming experiences in a compelling, concise way that highlights real impact—perfect for interviews, resumes, performance reviews, and leadership development.
We meet at Grace Covenant Church - in the Live Oak Building. Use the stairs/elevator to the 2nd floor!
Our speaker will begin promptly at 9:30AM. Plan to arrive early so you can get checked in and not miss any of this amazing training session. Come enjoy coffee & community! Zoom is hosted live.
Tuesday, November 3
On Demand - Considering Owning Your Own Business?
David Omholt hosts a webinar on the pros and cons of all ownership options, when it works and when it doesn’t, industry categories and much more. Take this eQuiz to find out if starting a business or franchise might be a fit for you! Contact info@purposeworks.org for an on demand direct webinar link to watch anytime at your convenience.
Thursday, November 5 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner
9:30 AM - Managing Yourself with Gary Runn
Gary Runn is the Founder of Vocāre Leadership LLC, a leadership development company focused on helping individuals and teams grow self-awareness, effectiveness and the ability to lead with purpose and competence. As a certified coach and mentor, Gary aims to help leaders navigate complexity, overcome burnout and self-doubt, and create pathways for sustainable growth. His passion is to unleash leaders worth of being followed. Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and plenty of business cards. Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live. (Input passcode CNGhope to join.) Contact team.cngaustin@gmail.com with any questions.
Monday, November 9 - Job Seekers Network Meeting
Take the Next Step in Your Job Search - Join us as we walk through a simple readiness checklist to help you move forward with confidence in your job search. Designed for returning job seekers continuing their journey from 8:45–9:30 AM. If you’re new, we’ll get you started with orientation during this time.
First timers, please plan to arrive by 8:40 AM and fill out this form to pre-register to expedite your check-in process!
9:30 AM - Write Your Way to a New Job with Brian Furrow
With a focus on networking emails and cover letters, this session will help you learn how to effectively share your story and standout in key written documents of the job search. Brian Furrow is a PurposeWorks Coach with 30 years HR experience, most recently in a leading HR role with Kraft's Service & Logistics organization. This will be an interactive session, so bring your questions!
10:30 AM - Job Search Work Teams
Don't job search alone! This focused time goes one step deeper building relationships and allows participants to share a current struggle, goal, or roadblock related to purpose, faith, or work. Each person will take a brief turn in the “hot seat” to receive feedback, ideas, and encouragement from the group. It’s a powerful way to gain clarity, brainstorm solutions, and move forward with renewed confidence.
CONTINUE BUILDING YOUR JOB SEARCH
If you joined us recently, this session is designed to help you build on the progress you’ve already started, bringing more focus and structure so your efforts begin to produce results. If you’re new, you’ll gain practical tools and a supportive community to help you take your next step with clarity.
We meet at Grace Covenant Church - in the Live Oak Building. Use the stairs/elevator to the 2nd floor!
Our speaker will begin promptly at 9:30AM. Plan to arrive early so you can get checked in and not miss any of this amazing training session. Come enjoy coffee & community! Zoom is hosted live.
Tuesday, November 10
On Demand - Considering Owning Your Own Business?
David Omholt hosts a webinar on the pros and cons of all ownership options, when it works and when it doesn’t, industry categories and much more. Take this eQuiz to find out if starting a business or franchise might be a fit for you! Contact info@purposeworks.org for an on demand direct webinar link to watch anytime at your convenience.
Thursday, November 12 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner
9:30 AM - Networking Strategy with Chris Jones & Dave Willard
CNG Coaches Chris Jones and Dave Willard will together share insights and wisdom to inspire you so you leave the meeting feeling grounded, grateful and open to where God might be leading you next. Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and plenty of business cards. Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live. (Input passcode CNGhope to join.) Contact team.cngaustin@gmail.com with any questions.
Monday, November 16 - Job Seekers Network Meeting
Take the Next Step in Your Job Search - Join us as we walk through a simple readiness checklist to help you move forward with confidence in your job search. Designed for returning job seekers continuing their journey from 8:45–9:30 AM. If you’re new, we’ll get you started with orientation during this time.
First timers, please plan to arrive by 8:40 AM and fill out this form to pre-register to expedite your check-in process!
9:30 AM - Standing Out with Myles Wallace & Erich Butler
10:30 AM - Job Search Work Teams
Don't job search alone! This focused time goes one step deeper building relationships and allows participants to share a current struggle, goal, or roadblock related to purpose, faith, or work. Each person will take a brief turn in the “hot seat” to receive feedback, ideas, and encouragement from the group. It’s a powerful way to gain clarity, brainstorm solutions, and move forward with renewed confidence.
CONTINUE BUILDING YOUR JOB SEARCH
If you joined us recently, this session is designed to help you build on the progress you’ve already started, bringing more focus and structure so your efforts begin to produce results. If you’re new, you’ll gain practical tools and a supportive community to help you take your next step with clarity.
We meet at Grace Covenant Church - in the Live Oak Building. Use the stairs/elevator to the 2nd floor!
Our speaker will begin promptly at 9:30AM. Plan to arrive early so you can get checked in and not miss any of this amazing training session. Come enjoy coffee & community! Zoom is hosted live.
Tuesday, November 17
On Demand - Considering Owning Your Own Business?
David Omholt hosts a webinar on the pros and cons of all ownership options, when it works and when it doesn’t, industry categories and much more. Take this eQuiz to find out if starting a business or franchise might be a fit for you! Contact info@purposeworks.org for an on demand direct webinar link to watch anytime at your convenience.
Thursday, November 19 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner
9:30 AM - Global Networking with Heather Trumpfheller
Super connector and community builder, Heather Trumpfheller, will be joining us live to encourage job seekers in their networking pursuit! Heather is currently the Chief Growth Officer at Switchboard. The Switchboard platform mobilizes Kingdom Consultants (KCs) and connects them with Great Commission Organizations (GCOs) and Individuals. Want to make an impact? Discover how you can use your talents, skills and experience purposefully! Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and plenty of business cards. Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live. (Input passcode CNGhope to join.) Contact team.cngaustin@gmail.com with any questions.
Monday, November 23 - No JSN!
Happy Thanksgiving! Join next Monday 11/30 at Grace Covenant Church in Meeting Rm 200 where the Zoom is hosted live.
Tuesday, November 24
On Demand - Considering Owning Your Own Business?
David Omholt hosts a webinar on the pros and cons of all ownership options, when it works and when it doesn’t, industry categories and much more. Take this eQuiz to find out if starting a business or franchise might be a fit for you! Contact info@purposeworks.org for an on demand direct webinar link to watch anytime at your convenience.
Thursday, November 26 - No CNG!
Happy Thanksgiving! Join CNG next Thursday 12/3 at Austin Ridge Bible Church in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live.
Monday, November 30 - Job Seekers Network Meeting
Take the Next Step in Your Job Search - Join us as we walk through a simple readiness checklist to help you move forward with confidence in your job search. Designed for returning job seekers continuing their journey from 8:45–9:30 AM. If you’re new, we’ll get you started with orientation during this time.
First timers, please plan to arrive by 8:40 AM and fill out this form to pre-register to expedite your check-in process!
9:30 AM - Details Coming Soon with Dove Salerno
10:30 AM - Job Search Work Teams
Don't job search alone! This focused time goes one step deeper building relationships and allows participants to share a current struggle, goal, or roadblock related to purpose, faith, or work. Each person will take a brief turn in the “hot seat” to receive feedback, ideas, and encouragement from the group. It’s a powerful way to gain clarity, brainstorm solutions, and move forward with renewed confidence.
CONTINUE BUILDING YOUR JOB SEARCH
If you joined us recently, this session is designed to help you build on the progress you’ve already started, bringing more focus and structure so your efforts begin to produce results. If you’re new, you’ll gain practical tools and a supportive community to help you take your next step with clarity.
We meet at Grace Covenant Church - in the Live Oak Building. Use the stairs/elevator to the 2nd floor!
Our speaker will begin promptly at 9:30AM. Plan to arrive early so you can get checked in and not miss any of this amazing training session. Come enjoy coffee & community! Zoom is hosted live.
Tuesday, December 1
On Demand - Considering Owning Your Own Business?
David Omholt hosts a webinar on the pros and cons of all ownership options, when it works and when it doesn’t, industry categories and much more. Take this eQuiz to find out if starting a business or franchise might be a fit for you! Contact info@purposeworks.org for an on demand direct webinar link to watch anytime at your convenience.
Thursday, December 3 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner
9:30 AM - Transforming Our Work with TJ Morelli
We don't often think of our jobs as part of our faith story, but the truth is, your work isn't separate from your calling—it's a key part of it! Austin Ridge Workplace Pastor, TJ Morelli, will offer a biblical vision for work, practical tools for everyday challenges, and encouragement for those navigating career transition. Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and plenty of business cards. Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live. (Input passcode CNGhope to join.) Contact team.cngaustin@gmail.com with any questions.
Monday, December 7 - Job Seekers Network Meeting
Take the Next Step in Your Job Search - Join us as we walk through a simple readiness checklist to help you move forward with confidence in your job search. Designed for returning job seekers continuing their journey from 8:45–9:30 AM. If you’re new, we’ll get you started with orientation during this time.
First timers, please plan to arrive by 8:40 AM and fill out this form to pre-register to expedite your check-in process!
9:30 AM - The Job Hunt: An Act of Creativity and Connection with Brian Reisman
Brian Reisman's first career was acting in theater (NY + D.C.) until he was 30 when he pivoted to being a software engineer which tripled his income and has been doing successfully for the last 5 years. He is currently mid transition into this 3rd career, corporate speaking and is excited to share how he's managed to enjoy breaking into completely new careers as a complete outsider.
10:30 AM - Job Search Work Teams
Don't job search alone! This focused time goes one step deeper building relationships and allows participants to share a current struggle, goal, or roadblock related to purpose, faith, or work. Each person will take a brief turn in the “hot seat” to receive feedback, ideas, and encouragement from the group. It’s a powerful way to gain clarity, brainstorm solutions, and move forward with renewed confidence.
CONTINUE BUILDING YOUR JOB SEARCH
If you joined us recently, this session is designed to help you build on the progress you’ve already started, bringing more focus and structure so your efforts begin to produce results. If you’re new, you’ll gain practical tools and a supportive community to help you take your next step with clarity.
We meet at Grace Covenant Church - in the Live Oak Building. Use the stairs/elevator to the 2nd floor!
Our speaker will begin promptly at 9:30AM. Plan to arrive early so you can get checked in and not miss any of this amazing training session. Come enjoy coffee & community! Zoom is hosted live.
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