Great Careers Network

Register and pay by noon on Thursday May 1st:
https://JumpStartYourJobSearchMay2025.eventbrite.com

Join this event from 9 am - 4 pm on May 3 for a full day interactive workshop to provide help and hope in your job search.
An interactive day of information, ideas and networking to provide help and hope in your job transition and for your career

Conducting an Effective Job Search in a Virtual Environment – Amy Dinning, will lead you through 7 steps to an effective job search in today’s virtual environment. This interactive session will provide tips and actionable steps you can immediately take to move your job search forward.

LinkedIn as Your Marketing Partner – Marcia O’Connor, will dive into the magic of LinkedIn, specifically focusing on Profile Optimization, Content Strategy, and Networking. Learn about how to craft a compelling narrative for your brand through a refined profile, having strategic content, and focusing on targeted networking. Uncover the secrets to attracting your desired audience, fostering engagement, and unlocking valuable job opportunities. Let's harness the power of LinkedIn to optimize your presence and elevate your brand to new heights.

Networking Time to meet new connections

Networking over lunch with fellow participants and speakers
Interviewing with Impact - Turning Conversations into Job Offers– Corey Crapella, will help us master the art of interviewing by learning how to impress hiring managers, showcase your strengths, and demonstrate why you’re the perfect fit for the job. Discover techniques to build instant rapport, answer tough questions with confidence, and leave a lasting impression that sets you apart from the competition. This session will equip you with practical strategies to transform every interview into a compelling case for your candidacy, boosting your chances of landing the offer.

A Little Help from My Friends: Power Networking for Life – Theresa Hummel-Krallinger Networking isn’t just about collecting business cards – it’s about building real relationships that open doors, create opportunities, and provide the support you need to succeed. Whether you're an introvert who dreads small talk or an extrovert looking to refine your networking strategy, this engaging and interactive session will help you develop a power network that works for you.
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the workshop begins at 9 a.m. The formal part of the workshop will end at 4:00 p.m. Snacks and sandwiches will be provided; if you have special food needs, please bring your lunch.

Please register online at https://JumpStartYourJobSearchMay2025.eventbrite.com and pay with a credit card. We are unable to take walk-ins.

Please note that online registration will close on Thursday, May 1 at 12 pm.

Register and pay by noon on Thursday May 1st:
https://JumpStartYourJobSearchMay2025.eventbrite.com

Join this event from 9 am - 4 pm on May 3 for a full day interactive workshop to provide help and hope in your job search.
An interactive day of information, ideas and networking to provide help and hope in your job transition and for your career

Conducting an Effective Job Search in a Virtual Environment – Amy Dinning, will lead you through 7 steps to an effective job search in today’s virtual environment. This interactive session will provide tips and actionable steps you can immediately take to move your job search forward.

LinkedIn as Your Marketing Partner – Marcia O’Connor, will dive into the magic of LinkedIn, specifically focusing on Profile Optimization, Content Strategy, and Networking. Learn about how to craft a compelling narrative for your brand through a refined profile, having strategic content, and focusing on targeted networking. Uncover the secrets to attracting your desired audience, fostering engagement, and unlocking valuable job opportunities. Let's harness the power of LinkedIn to optimize your presence and elevate your brand to new heights.

Networking Time to meet new connections

Networking over lunch with fellow participants and speakers
Interviewing with Impact - Turning Conversations into Job Offers– Corey Crapella, will help us master the art of interviewing by learning how to impress hiring managers, showcase your strengths, and demonstrate why you’re the perfect fit for the job. Discover techniques to build instant rapport, answer tough questions with confidence, and leave a lasting impression that sets you apart from the competition. This session will equip you with practical strategies to transform every interview into a compelling case for your candidacy, boosting your chances of landing the offer.

A Little Help from My Friends: Power Networking for Life – Theresa Hummel-Krallinger Networking isn’t just about collecting business cards – it’s about building real relationships that open doors, create opportunities, and provide the support you need to succeed. Whether you're an introvert who dreads small talk or an extrovert looking to refine your networking strategy, this engaging and interactive session will help you develop a power network that works for you.
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the workshop begins at 9 a.m. The formal part of the workshop will end at 4:00 p.m. Snacks and sandwiches will be provided; if you have special food needs, please bring your lunch.

Please register online at https://JumpStartYourJobSearchMay2025.eventbrite.com and pay with a credit card. We are unable to take walk-ins.

Please note that online registration will close on Thursday, May 1 at 12 pm.

Register for Zoom https://greatcareers.org/events-calendar/employee-to-entrepreneur/

• Who is FranNet? An Overview of FranNet and their 40-year success story consulting and matching Franchisees with Franchisors.
• Why Business Ownership? We compare and contrast traditional jobs vs. Business ownership as both have positives and negatives.
• Franchising vs A Business Start-up vs Acquiring a Business! The good, the bad and the ugly.
• Franchising Defined! An in-depth look at the Franchise model and why it works.
• Franchising and Dealerships are an Effective Business Model! A deep dive into the myths and misconceptions about Franchising.
• Franchising is not just Retail, Restaurants, and Hotels!
• An examination of some of the 90 innovative and exciting Industries supported by Franchising.
• No, you do not need to be wealthy to buy a Franchise.
• There is no correlation between high-cost Franchises and return on investment.
• Franchising is Regulated! Why the Franchise Disclosure Document (“FDD”) is a
• franchise candidates’ best friend.
• The FranNet Candidate Process from A-Z! A step by step walk through of how a candidate moves forward with selecting a Franchise.
• Q&A

SPEAKER BIO
FranNet is a 37+ year leader in franchise consulting having one main goal; to support aspiring entrepreneurs who are interested in exploring business ownership through franchising. We utilize a methodical and strategic process assisting the client with research and due diligence to help them find the right franchise business, which aligns not only with their financial goals but their life goals and interests. We also help small businesses that already have a proven business model explore the idea of replicating their business utilizing the franchise distribution model to grow regionally and nationally.

Sean joined FranNet in August 2024 and is a Certified Franchise Consultant. Sean is also a CPA and CGMA. Prior to FranNet Sean had over 10 years of experience with franchising both as a franchise business owner with Better Living Patio Rooms which he acquired with the help of FranNet in 1989 and as a leader at the esteemed Jackson Hewitt Tax Services (JH), where he held multiple management roles supporting franchisees.

Sean’s years at JH included roles in business development, franchise sales, and acquisitions, where he collaborated with marketing and third-party consulting organizations to identify franchisees that were a strong fit. Many of these franchisees became long-term, multi-unit owners, with several growing into the largest franchisees in terms of sales and profitability.

Beyond franchising, Sean has held several executive management positions, most recently at Broadridge Financial Solutions, a global fintech provider serving the financial services industry, where he oversaw two business units.