MN Crossroads Career Network

The FIRST Thursday morning of each month meets IN-PERSON only at Grace Church in Eden Prairie. It meets immediately following our Crossroads Monthly Seminar from 7:30am to 9am.

All other Thursday mornings are ONLINE ZOOM MEETINGS only.
Pre-registration is required

Gain new contacts, ideas, and insight into companies you are pursuing for your professional job search.

SEE DETAILS AND REGISTER AT:
www.mncrossroads.com/networking-with-grace

This is a FREE event

We hope to see you there!

SATURDAY, JULY 11TH
8:00am - 5:00pm
Check-in: 7:45am
Grace Church, Eden Prairie MN
COST: $20 per person
(scholarships available),
workshop materials and box lunch included
REGISTER HERE

Sharpen the focus of your job search by attending our quarterly career workshop!
Our full-day Job Search Workshops are for those who are unemployed or mis-employed. Each quarter we present practical ideas, presentations, and breakout discussions from various experts, interactive Q&A sessions, and opportunities for networking.
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**Workshop Topics:**​

• The Value and Process of Networking
• Organizing Your Job Search
• Harnessing the Power of LinkedIn
• Resumes That Work
• Interview With Confidence
• Financial Considerations in Job Search
• Finding God’s Calling Through Career Transition
• Q&A panel of Recruiters and HR Professionals
• Networking Opportunities (ask about the top companies on your list)
• ...and more!

Extra Opportunity: A team of seasoned HR professionals will conduct mock interviews and resume reviews for workshop participants. Take the opportunity to ask career questions and gain interview practice.
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Registration: $20 per person; course materials and lunch included
(If cost is an issue, please EMAIL us! We don't want anyone to miss the opportunity because of cost)

Registration HERE... not necessary through MeetUp
​Workshop will be held in-person at the Grace Church, Eden Prairie Campus. See map and get directions HERE (Enter through Door #4)

​​Comments from previous participants:

“After not having to look for a job in 10 years, this workshop educated me on the job search tactics of today and was also a critical launching pad for starting my career crossing! The quality and quantity of knowledgeable experts was impressive.”
–T.Bentley
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"The event was packed with so much relevant and practical information. It was really an answer to prayer for someone like me who was just laid off and has been out of practice for years on the skills needed for job searching and networking"
-J.Block
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"The Crossroads One Day is creative job search at its best: key topics, presenters & resources who care, networking, one-on-one attention, and reminders of the One Above who always has our back. It’s one of the best all- inclusive job search support resources in the Twin Cities."
- K.Muerhoff
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"I was completely taken by surprise with the quality of both the presenters and deep content that was provided. I left equipped, encouraged, inspired and supported during a tough stretch"
-J.Hulteen

𝙈𝙉 𝘾𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙨𝙧𝙤𝙖𝙙𝙨 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙧 𝙉𝙚𝙩𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠 - ONLINE-ONLY
Pre-Registration on Zoom is required. Sign up HERE

About this Event

These FREE Seminars include an introduction to the additional free resources you will find through MN Crossroads Career Network.

​At our Monthly Seminars, we feature a guest speaker presenting topics related to job search, networking, and lead generation.

Also, enjoy hearing inspiring stories from someone recently in transition that landed a new position.

OUR UPCOMING GUEST SPEAKER AND TOPIC:

### From Networking to Connecting:

### How to Build a Network That Works For You

with: Ben Nicholas

In today’s world, most people are taught how to network—but very few are taught how to truly connect.
In this practical and engaging session, Ben Nicholas will challenge the traditional approach to networking and equip attendees with a better way: becoming a high-value connector.
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Participants will learn how to:

• Shift from transactional networking to relationship-driven connecting
• Build a network that actively opens doors—without relying on job applications
• Lead more meaningful, memorable conversations that stand out
• Position themselves as someone others want to help and introduce
• Turn everyday interactions into long-term opportunities
• Master the art of thoughtful, consistent follow-up

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This session is designed for anyone who wants to grow their career, expand their influence, and create opportunities through relationships, rather than chasing them.
Attendees will walk away with practical tools and a clear next step they can implement immediately to start building a network that works for them.
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Ben Nicholas is a strategic partnerships and advancement leader, connector, and founder of Servant Leaders in Training (SLIT)—a growing community of leaders committed to living out servant leadership in their careers, relationships, and communities.
With nearly two decades of experience across business development, sales leadership, and nonprofit advancement, Ben has built and stewarded thousands of relationships, from emerging professionals to C-suite executives—generating millions in funding, revenue, and long-term partnerships.
What sets Ben apart is his belief that success doesn’t come from networking harder, it comes from connecting better.
Rather than teaching transactional networking tactics, Ben equips leaders to become intentional connectors—people who add value, ask meaningful questions, and build trust long before they need something. His approach has helped professionals unlock new career opportunities, expand their influence, and build networks that actively work for them, not the other way around.
Through his work and coaching, Ben helps leaders become prepared, thought-provoking, and consistent in their follow-up—three traits that separate those who are overlooked from those who are sought after.
Ben lives in Minnesota with his wife Britt and their son Luca, and is passionate about helping others live lives of impact, generosity, and purpose-driven leadership.
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Pre-Registration is required. Sign up HERE