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YP SPOTLIGHT
Jill Dugan-Miller
Marketing Team Member
Employer
Press Ganey Associates
Job Title
Brand Manager, Hospital Services
Tell Us About
Your Job
"My job is to develop new products and manage current products that improve patient satisfaction and safety culture within U.S. hospitals."
Hobbies/Interests
Family time, reading, traveling
Something Most People Don't
Know About You
"I am a career changer. Before getting my MBA, I worked for several years in a laboratory."
Community Involvement
YPN, Junior League, League of Women Voters
2009 Accomplishment
"Q4 of 2008 was terrible - my dad passed away and I was laid off within weeks of one another. I wanted to curl up in a ball, but instead I completed a personal SWOT
analysis and focused on changing what I could control versus being overwhelmed about what I couldn't control. A year later, I have a job I love and one that is really meaningful. My dad would have been proud."
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The Boom of Outplacement Services
Many YPs may not have heard of “outplacement.” It’s a service provided to individuals, usually paid for by an employer, which coaches and assists an outgoing employee on job seeking skills to better their chances of a smooth and successful transition.
In
some cases, outplacement services will even
offer job training. When someone has been at a
company for years and then suddenly faces having
to find a new job, they don't have the skills
they need to move to a new company. Once a
person is given training in new technologies or
more efficient processes, they can embark on a
job search with confidence!
Elizabeth Muellner heads the outplacement services division of Career Transitions in Mishawaka. The economy has created a huge demand for her services in the past year. Elizabeth shared that the demands have been very challenging to meet, but she is grateful to have been a resource to so many in the community. If you would like to learn more, you can contact Elizabeth at 574.968.1860.
Thank You to our YPN Volunteers!
YPN
celebrated its many volunteers with an
appreciation lunch at Ruth's Chris Steak House
this afternoon. 2009 was a very successful year
- thanks to the dedication and efforts of all
our YP volunteers on work teams and the Advisory
Council. We couldn't have done it without you
and now look forward to all that 2010 has in
store. Thank You!
COMMUNITY CORNER
Town Hall Meeting Tonight: Re-Use of the College Football
Hall of Fame Facility
The City of
South Bend is presenting a Town Hall Meeting today, Tuesday, December 15 at the Century Center Recital Hall from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. to discuss re-use of the College Football Hall of Fame. The city would like to hear from residents about their ideas, preferences and suggestions. In addition, general information about the building design and architectural details will be provided, along with factual details on current ownership, financing and income sources. The program will begin with brief presentations by Mayor Steve Luecke and other city representatives, along with time for Q&A. Check-in for the event opens at 6:00 p.m.
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March of Dimes - “WiiTini Party”
The March of Dimes is hosting the first ever “WiiTini
Party” on January 8 at Legends of Notre Dame. The tournament will include four Wii games for each team of two. This will be a great opportunity to not only show off your Wii skills, but to socialize and cheer on your friends as well! All proceeds will go to the March of Dimes, Indiana Chapter. For more information and team registration visit
www.marchofdimes.com/indiana or e-mail
Laura O’Sullivan.
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DTSB - Santa’s House & Workshop
Visit Santa and enjoy fun activities throughout the month of December in downtown South Bend! All activities are free and open to all ages. For a listing of times and activities visit
www.dtsbSantaHouse.com.
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Rotary After Hours
The Rotary Club of South Bend will be hosting a “Rotary After Hours” social from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13 at Club LaSalle. This is a great opportunity for prospective members to meet Rotarians and learn more about the organization. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. For more information, contact
Staci Lugar Brettin or
Amy Hill.
READING CORNER
Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity
by David Allen
If you are always trying to catch up on those 200 e-mails
per day and concerned that something was missed somewhere, then this book is
for you! The author describes the system that he has developed over the
years to master work flow. For anyone trying to gain more time in your day,
balance a demanding career with a family, or want to manage your job versus having your job manage you -
ask for this book for Christmas!
It is an easy read and filled with great ideas. Whether you adopt the whole system or just a piece, you will benefit!
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Here are a few opportunities for you to volunteer or donate to great
causes in the community this holiday season!
South Bend Food Pantries
The South Bend Food Pantries are in need of help this holiday season. They
are taking donations daily at the Food Pantry located at
702 Chapin Street in South Bend. For a list of immediate needs, please visit
www.feedindiana.org.
Hannah’s House
Hannah’s House is in need of new or gently used winter coats for moms and babies.
Four residents are due in December and all are in need of snowsuits and winter coats.
For more information on how to donate, please contact
Tamara Griffin.
St. Margaret’s House
St. Margaret’s House is looking for help in their kitchen on Fridays from 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. If you can’t donate your time, they welcome donations of clothing, toiletries, blankets, towels and small household items. For more information on donating and volunteering visit
www.stmargaretshouse.org.
Center for the Homeless
The holidays are particularly busy at the Center and require additional volunteers.
The next scheduled Volunteer Orientation is January 5 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. A list of items in immediate need as well as volunteer opportunities can be found at the
Center’s Web site.
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