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NETWORKING

NETWORKING. What is Networking?. involves connecting with those who work in a field you are wanting to learn more about or break into is the most effective way to learn about job positions and obtain job positions does NOT involve asking for a job. Advantages of Networking.

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NETWORKING

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  1. NETWORKING

  2. What is Networking? • involves connecting with those who work in a field you are wanting to learn more about or break into • is the most effective way to learn about job positions and obtain job positions • does NOT involve asking for a job

  3. Advantages of Networking • helps you learn about an employer, career field, or specific job positions • can find unadvertised job positions • does not feel as competitive • employers like to hire using direct contacts • opens your doors and creates opportunities

  4. How Do You Network? • talk to everyone about your job search or career path • request informational interviews • find a connection/conversation starter with people you want to network with • follow-up with contacts you have made and keep your network active

  5. Informational Interviews • are a great way to begin to network, build connections, and gain insight into a career • set up times to talk with people and “interview” them about their jobs and/or their employers • follow-up after the interview and continue to keep in touch

  6. Tips for Networking • Keep conversation on other person • Practice your introduction • Think on your feet • Learn how to build relationships effectively

  7. Building Relationships

  8. Who Do You Network With? • friends and family • Augsburg faculty and staff • work contacts • internship connections • professional associations

  9. Social Networking • Linkedin • www.linkedin.com • complete a descriptive profile • search for connections for informational interview • get company information and connections • Facebook • become a fan of company profiles • check the profile for news and information

  10. Examples and Success Stories

  11. Practice – Speed Networking • speak to someone for a few minutes • introduce yourself • try and find something that connects you or a conversation starter

  12. Building Relationships

  13. QUESTIONS?

  14. UpcomingEvents Job Search Group for Seniors Tuesday, March 9, 2010    5:30-7:00 pm           Tuesday, March 23, 2010    5:30-7:00 pm Tuesday, April 6, 2010    5:30-7:00 pm Tuesday, April 13, 2010    5:30-7:00 pm Idealist Nonprofit Fair Tuesday, April 13, 2010 Resumes and Interviews with Employers Wednesday, April 14, 2010

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