Thursday, January 22 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner

9:30 AM - Targeting Your Job Search with Kara D. Bell

🎯🎯🎯Can you guess the theme for this week? Targeting!! Professional Career Coach, Kara Bell, will be joining live to help hone skills and craft an approach to targeting. Want to increase the effectiveness of your search? Kara's session will help you learn how. Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and come prepared with questions! Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live.

Monday, January 26 - No Meeting

Join us at LinkedIn Local Austin Networking event Tuesday night!

Tuesday, January 27

6:30 PM - Living The Called Life Workshop Kickoff!

Are you living out your Masterpiece Mission? Discover why and how God has specifically gifted you! Learn the difference between a job, career and CALLING! Learn practical ways to live out God's calling and experience more joy. Formally assess your divine design and develop a personalized life mission & purpose statement. Join us for this 8 session, weekly interactive workshop and learn how to apply these key concepts in community!

Register to join us!

6 PM - LinkedIn Local Austin Networking 

Looking for a welcoming place to build confidence, practice networking, and form real connections?

LinkedIn Local Austin is a long-standing, relationship-driven networking community led by PurposeWorks Coach, Elizabeth Dahan. This gathering is open to everyone and is especially supportive for job seekers, career pivoters, and purpose seekers who want to grow their community in a pressure-free environment.

This is not transactional networking; it’s a space to show up as yourself, share your story, and connect with others who genuinely want to help.

📍 Location: iPic Theater, The Domain
👉 Meet in the bar area to the left, near the pool tables
⏰ Please arrive on time

We encourage our community to attend at least once and experience the power of connection.

Register to join us!

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, January 29 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner

9:30 AM - Details coming soon

Receive training, job search support and grow your network! Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and come prepared with questions! Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live.

Monday, February 2 - Job Seekers Network In Person Meeting

First timers, please plan to arrive by 8:40 AM and fill out this form to pre-register to expedite your check-in process!

Returning job seekers, you can just show up on Monday before 9:30!

9:30 AM - UNSTUCK: Fresh Traction for Common Struggles with Donnie Maib

As Head of Athletic Performance at The University of Texas, Donnie Maib's goal is to maximize athletes' performance so teams win conference and national championships. He trains world-class athletes, has been to the White House, won a Rose Bowl and helped over 30 UT players reach the NFL. He equips people to rebound from setbacks and recently authored The Secret Sauce of Leadership and The Two Buckets of Leadership, sharing practical principles to help individuals stand out. He will be sharing inspiring stories about conquering defeat!

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 Hill Country Bible Church - Lakeline location in the North Auditorium. Use the family entrance by the cafe!

More details on our location here!

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.

Tuesday, February 3 - Entrepreneurship Webinar

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, February 5 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner

9:30 AM - Details coming soon

Receive training, job search support and grow your network! Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and come prepared with questions! Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live.

Monday, February 9 - Job Seekers Network Zoom Meeting

9:30 AM - Global Networking with Heather Trumpfheller

Super connector and community builder, Heather Trumpfheller, will be joining us to encourage job seekers in their networking pursuit! Heather is currently Director of Strategic Partnerships at Switchboard, serves on the board of Austin Bridge Builders Alliance and is active at her church Red Rocks Austin. Switchboard's mission is to connect mission teams with skilled Believers around the world. Learn how to use volunteering to boost your gap story and build success metrics for your resume - all while giving back in service to others. Come be inspired by some powerful stories of those moving the Great Commission forward.

Mastermind Circle
This focused time 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.

Tuesday, February 10 - Entrepreneurship Webinar

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, February 12 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner

9:30 AM - Details coming soon

Receive training, job search support and grow your network! Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and come prepared with questions! Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live.

Monday, February 16 - No Meeting

Happy Presidents Day! JSN is meeting back in-person on 3/2.

Tuesday, February 17 - Entrepreneurship Webinar

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, February 19

9:30 AM - Career Networking Group

Receive training, job search support and grow your network! Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and come prepared with questions! Join CNG in-person at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is also hosted live.

11 AM - The Table Network

The Table Network connects a community of entrepreneurs, leaders, and individuals over conversations that enrich our personal and professional lives. Each gathering is balanced with open networking, a spotlight of the good work being done in our community, and a curated conversation over a shared meal. Located at 300 Brushy Creek Rd in Cedar Park.
RSVP & Reserve Ticket

Monday, February 23 - No Meeting

Join us at LinkedIn Local Networking event Tuesday night!

Tuesday, February 24

6 PM - LinkedIn Local Austin Networking 

Looking for a welcoming place to build confidence, practice networking, and form real connections?

LinkedIn Local Austin is a long-standing, relationship-driven networking community led by PurposeWorks Coach, Elizabeth Dahan. This gathering is open to everyone and is especially supportive for job seekers, career pivoters, and purpose seekers who want to grow their community in a pressure-free environment.

This is not transactional networking; it’s a space to show up as yourself, share your story, and connect with others who genuinely want to help.

📍 Location: iPic Theater, The Domain
👉 Meet in the bar area to the left, near the pool tables
⏰ Please arrive on time

We encourage our community to attend at least once and experience the power of connection.

Register to join us!

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, February 26 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner

9:30 AM - Details coming soon

Receive training, job search support and grow your network! Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and come prepared with questions! Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live.

Monday, March 2 - Job Seekers Network In Person Meeting

First timers, please plan to arrive by 8:40 AM and fill out this form to pre-register to expedite your check-in process!

Returning job seekers, you can just show up on Monday before 9:30!

9:30 AM - Stop Complaining, Start Living with Dori Eversmann, Owner of Resilient Relationships

Learn to rise above complaining, blaming, and negativity. In this engaging presentation, you’ll discover how to recognize the motivation behind complaints and, most importantly, how to redirect these negative complaints. Most people deal with dozens of complaints every single day leaving them feeling drained, burned out, and emotionally ragged. The combined stress of all this relentless negativity causes stress, burnout, health problems, communication challenges, and dissatisfaction with life. It’s vital to recognize the hidden emotional need behind complaints and deal with them rather than being side-tracked and dragged down by all the griping.

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 Hill Country Bible Church - Lakeline location in the North Auditorium. Use the family entrance by the cafe!

More details on our location here!

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.

Tuesday, March 3 - Entrepreneurship Webinar

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, March 5 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner

9:30 AM - Details coming soon

Receive training, job search support and grow your network! Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and come prepared with questions! Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live.

Monday, March 9 - Job Seekers Network Zoom Meeting

9:30 AM - Details coming soon

Mastermind Circle
This focused time 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.

Tuesday, March 10 - Entrepreneurship Webinar

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, March 12 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner

9:30 AM - Details coming soon

Receive training, job search support and grow your network! Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and come prepared with questions! Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live.

Monday, March 16 - No Meeting

Enjoy Spring Break! JSN is meeting back on Zoom 4/6.

Tuesday, March 17 - Entrepreneurship Webinar

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, March 19 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner

9:30 AM - Details coming soon

Receive training, job search support and grow your network! Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and come prepared with questions! Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live.

Monday, March 23 - No Meeting

Join us at LinkedIn Local Networking event Tuesday night!

Tuesday, March 24

6 PM - LinkedIn Local Austin Networking 

Looking for a welcoming place to build confidence, practice networking, and form real connections?

LinkedIn Local Austin is a long-standing, relationship-driven networking community led by PurposeWorks Coach, Elizabeth Dahan. This gathering is open to everyone and is especially supportive for job seekers, career pivoters, and purpose seekers who want to grow their community in a pressure-free environment.

This is not transactional networking; it’s a space to show up as yourself, share your story, and connect with others who genuinely want to help.

📍 Location: iPic Theater, The Domain
👉 Meet in the bar area to the left, near the pool tables
⏰ Please arrive on time

We encourage our community to attend at least once and experience the power of connection.

Register to join us!

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, March 26 - Career Networking Group - In Person & Zoom Meeting, A PurposeWorks Partner

9:30 AM - Details coming soon

Receive training, job search support and grow your network! Come enjoy coffee and tacos, bring your laptop and come prepared with questions! Join CNG at Austin Ridge Bible Church at 9300 Bee Cave Rd in Building B in the Cafe where the Zoom is hosted live.

Available Any Time:

Design & Focus Workshop and Work as Worship are Available Online on Your Schedule!

Personalized Career Coaching with Kara D. Bell
Receive individual coaching on LinkedIn & Resume review. Kara D. Bell is a Nationally certified LinkedIn and resume writer with 30 years experience. Kara has helped thousands of job seekers at PurposeWorks, with strategies to overcome: lack of experience, long term unemployment, career gaps, ageism and other bias. She’s passionate about helping others going through hard transitions after facing her own series of hardships. Learn practical strategies for matching your unique background, skills, and experience to current employer needs!