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Transitioning to the Nonprofit Sector Brown Bag Discussion

Tuesday, June 19, 2007 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (ET)

Washington, DC

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Event Details

Laura Gassner Otting, founder and president of the Nonprofit Professionals Advisory Group, will discuss her recently published book, Change Your Career - Transitioning to the Nonprofit Sector, Shifting Your Focus from the Bottom Line to a Better World. This book provides the information you need to decide if the nonprofit sector is right for you and to make a smooth transition into a new professional environment.

During this discussion Laura will give an overview of the topics that her book touches on, including:

  • Myths vs. realities of nonprofit careers
  • Pros and cons of working for a nonprofit
  • Methods for tackling the job search
  • Tips for highlighting transferable skills in your resume, cover letter and interviews
  • and much, much more!

Even if you are currently working in the nonprofit sector, this discussion is sure to bring up topics that you hadn't previously considered regarding the direction of your career. You won't want to miss it!

Closest Metro Station is Foggy Bottom-GWU. See map below.

When & Where



George Washington University
Media & Public Affairs Bldg, Room 309
805 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052

Tuesday, June 19, 2007 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM (ET)


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WorkforNonprofits.org and YNPNdc



WorkforNonprofits.org is the nation's fastest growing online career management solution dedicated to the nonprofit sector. Our goal is to connect people with passion to organizations of purpose.

YNPNdc is a local community in a nation-wide network of young nonprofit professionals. YNPNdc promotes a healthy, viable, and inclusive nonprofit sector that supports the growth, learning, and development of young professionals in the Washington, DC metropolitan area through professional and personal development opportunities.