We had a chance to reconnect and  make new connections. We  wish to thank Boston College and  TJX Inc. for making this wonderful event possible.  We also  wish to thank all who helped  make it a great  day.

This was a chance to catch up with other “Conexiónistas” as well as meet new members of Conexión and for those with new babies and there are a few, see the future leaders of the country! We got to hear from our thought leader Jesse Treviño. We were also pleased to have several non profits with whom we have been engaged in working to identify Latino professionals interested in mentoring our youth and young adults.

Please bring your Top 5 Strengths report to the discussion.

1. Share a brief story (2 – 3 minutes) from your professional life that best illustrates your top strength(s) in action.
2. What talent(s) have you been ignoring in favor of practical pursuits?
3. How closely are your strengths aligned with the roles/responsibilities in your current position? Your career? Where are the opportunities for change? For growth?
4. Consider your weaknesses. What creative approaches can/will you take to compensate?
5. What has changed since your strengths have been identified/confirmed? What changes do you anticipate making?
6. What are your takeaways from the StrenghsFinder 2.0 process? From participating in this discussion?

Plan ahead for excellent networking. Bring plenty of business cards and enjoy this opportunity to connect one-on-one with fellow alumni. Expanding your professional network has never been easier.

The Conexión Alumni Discussion Series creates a unique opportunity for mentors and mentees to:

▪   Explore important new business ideas presented in best-selling business books

▪   Expand your professional network. Find new opportunities to connect as you listen and discover what other people think and equally important – how they think

▪   Expand your thinking and build your confidence by engaging a in dynamic peer-to-peer discussions that challenge you to think, express your ideas and opinions, share work/life experiences and gain important insights and new perspectives from other Conexión alumni

▪   Advance in your career when you apply what you learn

Our discussions are designed and facilitated by Nancy McCabe, a three-time Conexión mentor and the founder of the Original Business Book Club/Boston and Results Business Coaching.

To register email pbarajas@conexion-all.org

The Hispanic Writers Week project is an innovative, weeklong initiative that introduces Latino literary professionals from all corners of the Hispanic world to local Latino students.

Utilizing interactive seminars and lectures, the project aims to educate students about the importance of using writing as a tool for educational advancement, communication, as an alternative for conflict resolution. The week-long workshops are being conducted in public school classrooms and libraries of Boston, Cambridge, and Chelsea.

Food will be served every night and the program is completely FREE and OPEN to residents of our beautiful and resilient Boston. Join us for what will undoubtedly be a very special week.

Studies show that 1/3 to 1/2 (depending on the study) of all adults in North America are introverts, yet the American culture has glorified the extrovert ideal. That is, Cain argues, a disadvantage not only for the introverts, many of whom end up pretending to be something they’re not, but also for society as a whole because we’re not making good use of many skilled people. Whether you are an Introvert an Extrovert or an Ambivert, this is your opportunity to learn, to share and to make important new connections. Susan Cain’s Power of Introverts Ted Talk (a video).

Book:         Quiet by Susan Cain

Date:          Thursday, April 18 (registration deadline 3/26 & space is limited to 20)

Time:          6 – 8 PM

Place:         Downtown Boston. Location provided with registration confirmation
Pre

Work:    Read the book & review the Talking Points included with confirmation

The Conexión Alumni Discussion Series creates a unique opportunity for mentors and mentees to:Space is limited to 20. Registration is free and includes a copy of Quiet and refreshments. Register before 3/26 via email to pbarajas@conexion-all.org Please include your phone number, email address and the mailing address we will use to ship your copy of Quiet. Registration deadline is March 26.

▪   Explore important new business ideas presented in best-selling business books

▪   Expand your professional network. Find new opportunities to connect as you listen and discover what other people think and equally important – how they think

▪   Advance in your career when you apply what you learn

▪   Expand your thinking and build your confidence by engaging a in dynamic peer-to-peer discussions that challenge you to think, express your ideas and opinions, share work/life experiences and gain important insights and new perspectives from other Conexion alumni

Our discussions are designed and facilitated by Nancy McCabe, a three-time Conexion mentor and the founder of the Original Business Book Club/Boston and Results Business Coaching.

Next up for discussion is StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath on Wednesday, June 18.

We had a chance to reconnect and  make new connections. We  wish to thank Boston College and  TJX Inc. for making this wonderful event possible.  We also  wish to thank all who helped  make it a great  day.

This was a chance to catch up with other “Conexiónistas” as well as meet new members of Conexión and for those with new babies and there are a few, see the future leaders of the country! We got to hear from our thought leader Jesse Treviño. We were also pleased to have several non profits with whom we have been engaged in working to identify Latino professionals interested in mentoring our youth and young adults.

The event is FREE of charge, please RSVP.

Location: Boston Marriott-Newton, 2345 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA

Date: Thursday, March 28, 2013

Time: 6pm – 8pm

Registration: RSVP

Studies show that 1/3 to 1/2 (depending on the study) of all adults in North America are introverts, yet the American culture has glorified the extrovert ideal. That is, Cain argues, a disadvantage not only for the introverts, many of whom end up pretending to be something they’re not, but also for society as a whole because we’re not making good use of many skilled people. Whether you are an Introvert an Extrovert or an Ambivert, this is your opportunity to learn, to share and to make important new connections. Susan Cain’s Power of Introverts Ted Talk (a video).

Book:         Quiet by Susan Cain
Date:          Thursday, April 18 (registration deadline 3/26 & space is limited to 20)
Time:          6 – 8 PM
Place:         Downtown Boston. Location provided with registration confirmation
PreWork:    Read the book & review the Talking Points included with confirmation

The Conexión Alumni Discussion Series creates a unique opportunity for mentors and mentees to:Space is limited to 20. Registration is free and includes a copy of Quiet and refreshments. Register before 3/26 via email to pbarajas@conexion-all.org Please include your phone number, email address and the mailing address we will use to ship your copy of Quiet. Registration deadline is March 26.

• Explore important new business ideas presented in best-selling business books
• Expand your professional network. Find new opportunities to connect as you listen and discover what other people think and equally important – how they think
• Advance in your career when you apply what you learn

• Expand your thinking and build your confidence by engaging a in dynamic peer-to-peer discussions that challenge you to think, express your ideas and opinions, share work/life experiences and gain important insights and new perspectives from other Conexion alumni

Our discussions are designed and facilitated by Nancy McCabe, a three-time Conexion mentor and the founder of the Original Business Book Club/Boston and Results Business Coaching.

Next up for discussion is StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath on Wednesday, June 18.

Participants can sign up for one or more sessions:

• $ 200/session

• $ 600/3 sessions

• $ 800/5 sessions

Session 1: What Corporate Boards Do, Who They are Looking for, and How to Land a Board Seat
Tuesday, March 19
Presenter:  Mike Jeans, President, New Directions
Guest Speaker:  C. Kim Goodwin, Professional Director
Case Study will be passed out for Session 2.

Session 2: How to be an Effective Director and Board Governance
Thursday, April 18
Presenter:   Mike Jeans, President New Directions
Guest Speaker and Case Study Facilitator:  Patricia Flynn, Professor, Bentley University and Professional Director

Session 3: Financial Acumen
Tuesday, May 7
Presenter: Jim Boyer, Partner KPMG

Session 4: Financial Acumen for the Audit Committee and the Latest Issues Around Compensation
Friday, May 17
Presenter: Jim Boyer, partner, KPMG
Guest Speaker–Avoiding Financial Crises: Ellen Richstone, Professional Director
Guest Speaker–Compensation: Melissa Means, Managing Partner, Pearl Meyer & Partners

Session 5: Messaging and Positioning to be a Board Candidate
Friday, June 14
Speaker and Facilitator:  Claudyne Wilder, CEO, Wilder Presentations
Interactive session to develop, design and deliver a “communication” that is memorable, clear and confident for use when seeking corporate board positions

For registration, please call Constance Armstrong, Executive Director, The Boston Club at 781-639-8002.
All sessions will be held at New Directions, 131 Oliver Street, Boston   8:45am-11:45am