Monday, March 9 - Job Seekers Network Zoom Meeting

9:30 AM - Using AI Strategically in the Job Search with Kara D. Bell

🤖  Lots of job seekers are using AI, but not very effectively (many employers are not using it effectively either).
🧑‍💻 So what's a job seeker to do? (Fortunately, there are very helpful things to do as well as things to avoid.)
Career Coach, Kara D. Bell has helped thousands of job seekers from diverse backgrounds 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.

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

9:30 AM - Career Networking Group - A PurposeWorks Partner

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.

10 AM - 3PM VOLUNTEER NETWORKING EVENT | Transforming Workplace Cultures t-Factor Summit

Faith isn't just for Sundays. t-Factor invites you to discover how faith can guide every decision, every meeting, and every moment you show up at work. Leaders from Coca-Cola Consolidated, led by Chairman and CEO, Frank Harrison, will share their story of transformation and how the company strives to live out their purpose - to honor God in all they do, serve others, pursue excellence and grow profitably. Connect with a group of professionals bringing God into their 9 to 5. Hosted by ABBA & Life Church Austin at 13609 N Interstate Hwy 35 Austin, TX 787573.

Volunteer & Register to Attend

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 - Job Seekers Network Zoom Meeting

9:30 AM - Details coming soon

Job Seekers Network is a welcoming, supportive space where you will find:

  • Encouragement grounded in faith
  • Practical training for your job search and career decisions
  • Community that listens, supports, and walks alongside you

Whether you are just starting your search or have been on this journey for a while, you belong here.

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 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, 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.

Monday, March 30 - 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 - Personal Branding with Cathy Laws

PurposeWorks Coach, Cathy Laws, has a real heart for service! She has 35 years experience working at IBM and has been an HCBC Community Impact Volunteer for 22 years in Education Connection. Learn how to identify your key skills, attributes, and experiences effectively in 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 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 31

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, April 2 - 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, April 6 - Job Seekers Network Zoom Meeting

9:30 AM - Details coming soon

Job Seekers Network is a welcoming, supportive space where you will find:

  • Encouragement grounded in faith
  • Practical training for your job search and career decisions
  • Community that listens, supports, and walks alongside you

Whether you are just starting your search or have been on this journey for a while, you belong here.

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, April 7

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, April 9 - 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, April 13 - 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 - AI for Job Seekers with Bruce Stofft

Join us to learn more about the fun and ever-evolving world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). With over 30 years in the tech industry with companies like Apple, Dell and Motorola, Bruce recently earned a Masters in computer science with a specialization in Artificial Intelligence. Chief Technology Officer, Bruce Stofft,  will offer tips for even the least-tech savvy on how to effectively use AI tools to find, qualify and land your next role. Reduce fear of AI with an action plan!

10:30 AM - Speed Networking

Connecting is more important than ever in the job hunt! This structured, fast-paced activity creates new professional connections. Participants engage in a series of brief, timed conversations designed to quickly introduce themselves, exchange information, and discover mutual interests or opportunities for collaboration. Uncover ways to support or learn from each other!

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.

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!