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JOB seekers will have the opportunity to meet local employers from a range of sectors including admin, hospitality, automotive, healthcare and social assistance in person at a Coffee with the Boss event next Tuesday 7 July.<\/p>\n

City of Greater Bendigo economy and experience manager James Myatt said the event will be conducted in a relaxed, casual environment where people can connect with potential employers and feel more confident talking about their goals, skills, experience and what they hope to achieve in their working lives.<\/p>\n

“This is an ideal opportunity for people looking for work, entering, or returning to the workforce, exploring career pathways, or considering their next career move,” Myatt said.<\/p>\n

“Attendees can come along and engage directly with potential employers over a cup of coffee and a pizza slice.<\/p>\n

“A strong variety of businesses from different industries and sectors will be attending \u2013 they are passionate about what they do and are keen to meet people interested in joining their team.”<\/p>\n

Be.Bendigo CEO Hayley Tibbett encouraged both businesspeople and job seekers to go along.<\/p>\n

“Local businesses are still telling us that finding the right people is a real challenge,” she said.<\/p>\n

“Coffee with the Boss creates a simple way to connect employers with job seekers who are ready to work, build skills or take the next step.”<\/p>\n

Coffee with the Boss takes place next Tuesday 7 July from 3pm to 5pm at the 1887 Cafe, Bendigo TAFE, 132 to 160 McCrae Street.<\/p>\n

Employers as well as job seekers can register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

JOB seekers will have the opportunity to meet local employers from a range of sectors including admin, hospitality, automotive, healthcare and social assistance in person at a Coffee with the Boss event next Tuesday 7 July. City of Greater Bendigo economy and experience manager James Myatt said the event will be conducted in a relaxed, […]<\/p>\n

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