Making the transition into a meaningful and enriching career in the nonprofit world starts with one simple step: the passion to do more with your life. Understanding your passions, personal strengths and where to channel your incredible energy are essential for finding that “dream job.”

 

Here is exactly what you’ll learn at this career-building FUNshop:

 

You will start with a baseline evaluation of what types of organizations will be the best fit for your next career move. After learning your first ingredient (about 30 minutes into the workshop) you will begin to become more focused on high impact areas.

You will pick up the pace from there, learning the ingredients and recipes to help you accelerate your social impact that you can use immediately.

By the end of the day you will be well on your way to having your personal cookbook of recipes to organically build your career and accelerate your social impact.

Throughout the workshop, you will learn how to apply these techniques to improve your time management, narrow your areas of interest, build your nonprofit resume and cover letter, learn simple techniques to improve your interviews, and boost your confidence.

Further career ingredients covered:

1. Realize the four secret ingredients to discover YOUR dream job for social impact and how it can help you (Social Impact Pyramid)
2. Live a more passionate life with family and friends The secret recipe to grow your leadership skills that you can start right away
3. Become an expert in crafting a strategic nonprofit resume and cover letter
4. Develop your very own personal “mission statement” to network more effectively
5. Discover how a sales process can accelerate your job search and your volunteer work
6. Leverage your volunteer or pro bono experience into a job reality
7. Find out about hot & spicy careers in the nonprofit sector
8. Grow your network organically to include mentors and industry professionals 
9. Special ingredients to cook up a winning salary or promotion
10. Learn to challenge your fears and find the courage you need to impact your career for life

“How Do I Know This Will Change The Way I Impact The Nonprofit World?”

“Mark stepped up to provide the keynote speech at our community services collaborative meeting. His message was on target and well received by the assembled service providers. His talk was both educational and interactive and feedback was very positive! Given that the request was rather last minute, we appreciated Mark’s ability to jump right in and exceed our expectations.”

Mark Frey
Executive Director
Community Connections of Brockton

“Mark offered tremendous insight, energy and targeted advice for Heller’s graduate students.  It was clear that he not only knows how to navigate the nonprofit sector but also has an insider’s perspective for how students can stand out from the rest of the field.”

Denise Riebman
Assistant Dean
Office of Career Services at Brandeis University

“Mark McCurdy is a wonderful presenter! He keeps the audience captivated with his thoughtful and energetic training style. All of our alumni who attended the event were motivated to help impact the nonprofit sector.”

Colleen O’Mara Condon, Associate Director of Alumni Career Programs
UMass Amherst Alumni Association

“Mark McCurdy is professional and insightful. The workshops he has led have been extremely beneficial, enhancing professional development and helping to ensure future success in the nonprofit sector.”

Alison Collins, Human Resources
Amnesty International USA

“What FREE Bonsues Do I Get For Coming?”

Bonus 1: A one-hour personal coaching session with Mark McCurdy for the next 15  who register ($149 value)

Bonus 2: A FREE ticket to the nonprofit networking and book release party for Mark’s soon-to-be released book  Strategic Volunteering: Ingredients to Transform Your Life and Career ($19.97 value)

Bonus 3: Copy of the complete Nonprofit Tool Kit ($25 value)

Bonus 4: Q & A teleconference on 5/10/10 from 7-8pm for all attendees. Can’t attend? No problem. The teleconference will be recorded and sent to your email inbox. ($15.97 value)

That is a total value of over $209.00 in FREE bonuses!

Sign-up today to transform your life and career!

The choice is yours…

The success stories above & below should be reason enough to convince you that I am the person who will teach you these incredible social impact strategies.

I know my ingredients and recipes get results because they have resulted in the positive change in lives of so many professionals I’ve worked with (see ALL of the testimonials above & below).

You can choose to invest a small amount now and reap the benefits for the rest of your long and successful career…

Or…you can choose to go back to the same-old-grind hoping that each next month or year brings the breakthrough that you’ve been waiting for.

Best Case…You discover & implement the secrets to building a career for social impact…and go on to help A LOT of people in the process…

Worse Case…You work with me but don’t experience results. That’s not likely, but you’ll still receive your entire investment back. I offer a FULL Money Back Guarantee if you are not satisfied with the workshop.

You literally have nothing to lose. unless you procrastinate and miss out on this opportunity.

Your call.

Either way, I can guarantee that there will be many social impact professionals who choose to invest in them and whose careers will be changed for good as they learn these insider tips, ideas and strategies for making a difference!

Will you be one of them?

Good…then I’ll see you soon for what I guarantee will be the single best seminar and coaching YOU'LL EVER have!

Sign-up today while tickets last! Bring a friend, family member or colleague and save!

More Testimonials

“Your program was inspiring and put me on a path to the “Emerald City”. You awoke my senses on using the correct recipe to finding balance between my own passion and helping others.”

Philip B.

“With Mark’s help, I was able to upgrade my résumé, refocus my job search and polish my interviewing skills.  Instead of wasting of time going on “practice” interviews for jobs I didn’t want, I have focused on positions I am truly interested in.”

Julie F.

“I am indebted to Mark McCurdy for all of the continued support he has given me through his counsel, resume preparation and follow-up.   With his guidance and  information he was able to make numerous suggestions and educate me on potential positions in the field that might be a good match.  Mark was also able to assist me with making my resume and strategic wording stand out so that I could land the position I wanted in this very difficult economic time. He helped me land a permanent job in a matter of weeks. “”

Corey N.

“I began to work with Mark as I was beginning to explore moving from the corporate (finance) world to the nonprofit world. He provided invaluable counseling as we worked together over the next few months, initially giving me input on crafting an effective resume and then guiding me through a thought process that helped me clarify my goals and talents. I am pleased to say that I recently accepted a position in a nonprofit organization and I believe that Mark’s efforts were a critical part of my success in reaching that goal. I think that Mark does great work at a very reasonable rate and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to make a transition to the nonprofit world.“

Bernice. B

“Mark’s seminar was informative, relevant and eye-opening. Speaking with him, he really helped me develop better clarity about my non-profit career goals and guide me towards a solid direction of growth & movement so that I could better accomplish social change in my specific interest area- I highly recommend his seminars & coaching!”

Ashley P.

“I have learned how to target my résumé and cover letter to each employer.  I have My Story, My Elevator Speech and My Questions for Employers rehearsed and ready to go.  This personalized preparation gave me clarification and confidence in my search.”

Angela H.

“I was in the nonprofit world, but not enjoying my position.  I wasn’t sure what the next step would be or even exactly what I wanted to do with my life.  Mark was able to help me sort out my thoughts, strengths, skills and what I genuinely love to do.”

Julie K.

“Mark is an extremely positive and inventive person that motivates you to change the world. His advice was instrumental in helping me secure my current position and more importantly my life’s passion.  Mark is a wonderful colleague and I look forward to working with him for many years to come.”

Steve M.

 

Individuals with a desire for personal growth and enrichment through altruistic efforts will find this FUNshop contains all the building blocks to get started.

Investment is $97 for one or $147 for two tickets...your choice!

My coaching clients generally spend 4 or more years at college in order to prepare themselves for their future careers in nonprofits or business or the subject of their choice. So why wouldn't you invest at least a day to accelerate your career for social impact?  

This is an investment for the rest of your life not just a one time motivational event!

Getting SPECIALIZED coaching isn’t free because I am “spilling the beans” on everything. After working with me, you’ll know everything you need to know to put yourself on the FAST-TRACK to making an impact in the lives of others and accelerating your career. You WILL NOT learn this stuff anywhere else!

Included in your investment is a wonderful  lunch. You will leave full of food for your mind and body.

We are extra confident in our program. We encourage you to look at similar workshops and compare price, content and follow-up mentoring and make your final decision. For example, the Center for Nonprofit Success' upcoming career workshop can be found here.

Seating is limited so claim your ticket today!

How Do I Know the Nonprofit Sector is Strong?

The Nonprofit Sector by The Numbers:

• Nearly 1.5 million nonprofit organizations exist nationwide (Urban Institute’s National Center for Charitable Statistics)
• The number of workers employed in the nonprofit sector is expected to reach 15 million by 2010 (Independent Sector)
• Between 2000 and 2010, health services are estimated be adding about 2.8 million jobs. Social and human services are expected to add another 1.2 million jobs (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
• 640,000 new leaders over the next decade will shape the future of the nonprofit sector (The Bridgespan Group)

Who Should Attend?

• Career transitioners at all levels
• Nonprofit professionals looking for a new start
• YNPN, Net Impact, and MBM members
• Recent grads and interns
• AmeriCorps, City Year and Peace Corps alums

The Speakers Who Will Teach, Train and Motivate You

Guest speakers:

Robbie Samuels is the co-founded for Socializing for Justice with the mission to build a cross-issue progressive community, network and movement in Boston based on the philosophy of abundance.

He is the Special Events Manager at Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD), an adjunct professor at Lesley College teaching “Activism and Change in Communities”, a Planning Committee member of the Boston chapter of the National Organization for Men Against Sexism (NOMAS-Boston) and affiliated with several other organizations.

Robbie will be presenting The Art of the Schmooze, a highly interactive session focused on increasing networking skills.

Do you feel awkward at networking events and uncomfortable making new connections?  Do you miss opportunities to connect with new donors, community members and colleagues because you don’t know the best way to approach them at events? Do you have trouble ending conversations so you can keep circulating? We will cover the basics of how to work a room, from having the right tools to knowing the best approach to engage prospective donors and collaborators while cultivating community support.

Derrick Duplessy is the Founder and Executive Director of the Duplessy Foundation whose purpose is to develop community leaders. Mr. Duplessy has over 10 years working in organizations such as GEAR UP, Upward Bound, and Urban Scholars at UMass Boston which served as his training ground in youth leadership development. Derrick also has 6 years experience as an executive search consultant in higher education, non-profit, financial services, and high technology.

As Executive Director of the Duplessy Foundation, he mentors young adults ages 18-24 with interests in the arts, entrepreneurship, human services, and international development. The foundation’s mantra is to pursue your purpose.  Derrick is dedicated to helping young professionals find and pursue their purpose in their work through workshops and special events. Derrick will speak on how focusing on your purpose will help develop your leadership.  Learn more about his Foundation here.

Trainers and Coach:

(Tentative) Paul Hutchinson is a management consultant who specializes in business development, sales process, and sales technology improvement. For the past five years, Paul has taught classes and given workshops on sales and sales-related subjects. Paul serves on the board of the Middlesex West Chamber of Commerce and volunteers at Jericho Road Project and Career Collaborative.

Mark McCurdy is the President of The Nonprofit Career Coach and is an active member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, the Nonprofit Network, and the Directors of Volunteer Administration. He is also the Development Chair for AFC Mentoring. During the last ten years Mark has become an expert in nonprofit careers, has interviewed over 10,000 professionals and has placed over 4,000 into paid nonprofit positions in Boston, Washington, D.C. and New York. Mark has provided speaking engagements and webinars for many institutions and organizations, including Brandeis University, Babson College, Amnesty International USA, City Year, Net Impact, the University of Massachusetts, the World Resource Institute, AmeriCorps, and the Jericho Road Project.

It only takes one idea or person to transform your life forever!

Vlora Restaurant
545 Boylston Street
Lower level
Boston, MA 02116

Saturday, May 15, 2010 from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM (ET)

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