Effective Networking Introduction
Posted by Stephen Rioux | | Posted On January 22, 2011 at 5:11 PM
OK, so you have just recently been unemployed or perhaps you are underemployed. Your first stop was probably one of the big online job sites like Monster or Career Builder. So do those sites really work when you are seeking a senior position or a new career? Recruiters and job counselors that I have worked with say "Probably not".
Networking is the most effective way to find a job. Approximately 70%* of all jobs are found this way, so which one are you willing to take a chance on? I am hoping that networking will become your primary choice.
Networking also allows you to find those jobs that are NEVER advertised, that "hidden job market". This market accounts for 80%* of all available jobs. Networking can also help you find financing for self-employment or even educational pursuits.
It is through networking that you can develop the ability to build and maintain relationships with many people from different industries and occupations. This skill is essential not only to a successful job search but to your overall job success. I have spoken with several people that agree with me, that even though they are in a career they are constantly networking with others to better themselves or others.
If you take a look at the word networking you will see that work is a part of it. It will not be easy work, but in the end will be rewarding. It challenges all of us to step out of our comfort zone. It will take practice to learn how to network properly and I will discuss several ways on how to be successful at it.
The best way to learn is by role-playing in a small group or workshops. It may take you awhile to feel comfortable, but you have to keep practicing, it will pay off.
Here is one tip to help you start your networking training.
As always your comments/suggestions are welcome, or you can always contact me for more information.
*Percentage gathered from LDS Employment Resource Services
Networking is the most effective way to find a job. Approximately 70%* of all jobs are found this way, so which one are you willing to take a chance on? I am hoping that networking will become your primary choice.
Networking also allows you to find those jobs that are NEVER advertised, that "hidden job market". This market accounts for 80%* of all available jobs. Networking can also help you find financing for self-employment or even educational pursuits.
It is through networking that you can develop the ability to build and maintain relationships with many people from different industries and occupations. This skill is essential not only to a successful job search but to your overall job success. I have spoken with several people that agree with me, that even though they are in a career they are constantly networking with others to better themselves or others.
If you take a look at the word networking you will see that work is a part of it. It will not be easy work, but in the end will be rewarding. It challenges all of us to step out of our comfort zone. It will take practice to learn how to network properly and I will discuss several ways on how to be successful at it.
The best way to learn is by role-playing in a small group or workshops. It may take you awhile to feel comfortable, but you have to keep practicing, it will pay off.
Here is one tip to help you start your networking training.
- Before meeting with someone, determine what you want to find out or gain from it.
As always your comments/suggestions are welcome, or you can always contact me for more information.
*Percentage gathered from LDS Employment Resource Services
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