I saw your event listing on [meetup, linkedin, wherever] and it didn’t look…
We're not anal-retentive about RSVPs. We're also not Social Media Experts.
We have our events listed on a number…
I can’t come to the event, should I still send in my resume?
No. While we really do want to help people, the whole point of our group and our events is "networking", not…
I’m not really looking for a job, or to hire anyone, right now. Can I still…
Of course. As long as you're in/around the information technology industry here in metro Detroit, you're more than…
ITintheD.org Updates and Jobs for 12/8/2010
Ah...'tis the season.
The Lions are atrocious, the Pistons are playing like any random high school team could take…
Anything else I should know?
Probably, but that's all we can really think of at the moment. Oh, I guess you should be aware that we have a…
I’m looking for a job. Do I have to wait until an event to do anything?
No. Please feel free to drop us an email at contact@ITinTheD.com with your resume, and we'll make sure that it…
I’m a recruiter. This is the first one of these I’m going to. What do…
The basics still all apply - show up, sign in, grab a beverage, and start chatting. For recruiters in particular,…
Okay, I guess that makes me feel better. So I’ve signed in. Now what?
Grab a beverage of your choice, relax, and start chatting. If you need a starting point, start with either Bob,…
Wait–I thought you guys didn’t do sign-in sheets?
We usually don't. However, we're making an exception for the Pink Slip Parties, for several key reasons:
We…
Okay, limited resumes, no tie. Go it. What do I do when I get there?
Step one is always "relax". When you walk in, you can either ask the hostess where we're located, or just follow…
Is there a cover charge or admission fee?
Uhhh...no. We're not that group.
Just like all of our other events, we don't think it's either necessary or good…
Should I wear a suit?
Completely unnecessary. This is a networking event, not a formal job interview. If it makes you feel more…
Do I need to bring a bunch of copies of my resume?
No.
You might want to bring a couple, since there will always be people on hand that might want to take a look at…
I sent you my resume a while ago. Should I send it again?
Yes, please do. It's been a while, and it's always good to get them into the hands of the recruiters again to be…
How did the previous Pink Slip Parties go?
Quite simply put, they went outstandingly well. Channel 4 (NBC, ClickOnDetroit.com) showed up early at the May,…
I thought all of these were in Novi?
No.
The locations for our events are based on need, timing, and where we think it makes sense for them to occur. …
Okay, it sounds interesting. When and where?
Keep an eye on our events page here: http://www.ITinTheD.com/meet/ for dates, times and locations of all…
What makes a ITintheD.org Pink Slip Party different?
The dynamic hosts and their ability to provide top-quality recruiters and staffing agencies who know how to help…
Who attends a Pink Slip Party?
Whether you've been downsized, outsourced, pink slipped, or as Donald Trump says..."Fired!" Pink Slip Parties bring…
What’s the difference between a “Pink Slip Party” and a…
"Intent and scope", more than anything else.
People find jobs at our casual networking events, and people come to…