We have three seminars for you this month!

Links to information about each seminar are below, and more detailed information can be found further into our newsletter:

• Productivity Hour - every Monday in November - click here for more information

• Re-Tool Your Career - Saturday November 8th - click here for more information

• Resume-Writing Seminar - Saturday November 15th - click here for more information

New Career Center YouTube Videos

• How Teens Can Answer, “How Do You Work with People with Different Views?”

• How to Apply for a Job at Kohl’s

Monday Motivation

News and Announcements

The THRIVE Plan for Library Funding

At the November 15th election, there will be a proposal on the ballot
called the THRIVE Plan. This proposal will determine, among other things,
the future of funding for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library.

Library staff have been receiving a number of inquiries from patrons who are
confused about aspects of the THRIVE Plan. Many did not realize that:

1) The THRIVE Plan does not increase tax rates.

2) If the THRIVE Plan does not pass, the library will receive zero new funds in 2026.

If you have questions about the THRIVE Plan, the library is happy to provide information.
Please visit the online infoguide, attend one of the in-person informational sessions, or call Library Reference at 225-231-3750.

PRODUCTIVITY HOUR
EVERY MONDAY IN NOVEMBER 2025
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Main Library at Goodwood
Room B, Second Floor

The Career Center’s Productivity Hour is for workers of all stripes – even students
and hobbyists - who could use a little help with accountability. Bring your laptop, literature or project and join us for an hour-long session of productivity.
Participants are expected to work quietly, and at the end
of the session will be asked to share their progress.

Free Wi-fi access will be available, along with pen and paper, and light refreshments. Laptops are available upon request. Ages 16 and up are welcome to attend.
No registration required - just show up with your project!

RE-TOOL YOUR CAREER
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Main Library at Goodwood
Room B, Second Floor

Are you bored in your job or career?
Are you feeling stuck, lost, or in a rut?
Are you itching to try something new but don’t know how?

Attend this session to learn tools for a successful career pivot.
Certified Career Coach Anne Nowak will guide attendees through techniques
to identify goals and interests and determine a path forward.

RESUME-WRITING SEMINAR
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Main Library at Goodwood
Room 2B, Second Floor

Certified Professional Resume Writer Lynnette Lee
will lead a workshop on writing a great resume.

Learn to structure your resume so that it showcases your most valuable skills.
Learn formatting techniques that will make your resume look clean and professional.
Learn the biggest red flags employers look for on resumes, and how to avoid them.