Effective Networking in Your Career
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The document outlines networking strategies for job seekers, including the importance of informational interviews and various workshops offered in November and December 2022. It emphasizes the significance of building relationships, developing elevator pitches, and engaging in community events to enhance career opportunities. Additionally, it provides tips on networking tools and effective communication techniques for successful interactions.
Effective Networking in Your Career
- 1. Bruce A. Bennett Career Coach Corner November 9, 2022 1
- 2. 2 Bruce A. Bennett Career Coach Corner November 9, 2022
- 3. 3 NTS Resource for job seekers Learn, inquire and advance Support Network A group of individuals Shared industry, position or interest Informational interview – Chat about role This is why you network 3
- 4. 4 Jennifer W. – Marketing Lucas H. – IT Professional Liz F. – Graphics Designer Michael D. – IT Professional Sherry H. – Marketing Rich M. – Project Manager Cheryl W. – Bookkeeping Kenya B. – Finance I want to add your name to the list!!
- 5. 5 November Career Workshops & Services Personalized Job Search Assistance Services Resume Review, Mock Interview or LinkedIn Critique To sign up, request the professional directly by email
- 6. 6 LinkedIn for Your Job Search Monday November 14, 2022 at 10:00am to 12:00pm LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines Wednesday November 16, 2022 at 10:00am to 12:00pm Resumes, Cover Letters & Applying Online Monday December 5, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00pm Guide to a Winning Interview Wednesday December 7, 2022 from 10:00am to 12:00pm Network to Success Job Club Learning from Successful Job Searches Wednesday December 14, 2022 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
- 7. 7 Introduction MCWN Volunteer since 2010 & Contractor since 2018 Career Coach Corner Blogger, Podcaster & Presenter General Notes for Today My contact info is on last slide Presentation file will be available on SlideShare Workshop is interactive Social Media Revolution
- 8. 8 Overview Define networking The five Ws & H Who, what, where, when, why & how Elevator Speech or Tell Me About Yourself Mobile Networking Apps Goals Locate events to attend that will interest you Develop an elevator speech Empower you to be a better networker Lower anxiety level of new meetings
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- 10. 10 Networking is a socioeconomic business activity by which businesspeople and entrepreneurs meet to form business relationships and to recognize, create, or act upon business opportunities, share information and seek potential partners for ventures.
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- 12. 12 Visualize your self in a positive light Prepare mentally for situations Laugh Smile How to be more confident
- 13. 13 Individuals in career transition Entrepreneurs Sales & Business development People who want to help People who need help Everyone!!
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- 15. 15 Exchange information or ideas Meet people who can expand your business Build base of advocates Help individuals – Franchise conversation
- 16. 16 Giving vs getting Come prepared with goals or objectives Make yourself approachable Taking action in the moment Here & Now Follow up Practice
- 17. 17 Job Clubs Library Events Local Chamber of Commerce events Business meetings Community & volunteer activities Daily business
- 18. 18 Eventbrite Trade shows and conferences Meetup Networking events Network After Work Hobby interests Social Media My blog
- 19. 19 Eventbrite
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- 26. 26 Holidays are a great time to network People are more friendly & happier at this time Companies have set their budget for new year Andy LaCivita talks Professional Networking Tips from Success Stories
- 27. 27 Get Involved in a “passionate network” Make good use of your free time Reach out to your personal network Be knowledgeable Find time for yourself 5 Tips for Job Search Success During the Holidays & COVID
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- 29. 29 Email Phone call Social Media Coffee meet Informational Interview
- 30. 30 Tools to network Business cards Resume Mobile phone Handbill Speaking up
- 31. 31 Tools to network Simple Introduction Painful Elevator Ride Elevator Pitch Elaborate Introduction Elevator Speech Example
- 32. 32 Stay focused on the person you are talking with Ask open ended questions Limit meaningless small talk Use an ice breaker or question to start
- 33. 33 Begin with a simple lead Smile Hi or hello Simple Introduction I help people get the most out of their computer at work, what do you do? What do you hope to accomplish today? How can I help you? Can I ask you more about….?
- 34. 34 Exit Strategy Exchange contact info (if you want to) Introduce them to someone else you Make plans to connect on LinkedIn or chat later Excuse yourself to……
- 35. 35 Send them a personal greeting Ask open ended questions e.g. Has 2022 been challenging for your career? e.g. Do you have holiday plans? e.g. What are you looking forward to in 2023? Let them know you are in job search Pay it forward
- 36. 36 Hi Bill, We have not connected in some time so I wanted to say hello and wish you a merry Christmas. Has 2022 been challenging for your career with Covid-19? Regards, Bob
- 37. 37 Hi Bill, I have survived most of this year but find myself in job search mode now. Let me know if you hear of any opportunities for a Customer Service Manager/Supervisor. Perhaps I can help you if you find yourself in a career transition in the future.
- 38. 38 Hi Bill, I found your recent post in the ________ LinkedIn group very interesting. Would you have time to chat more about ______ and your company? My experience is with _______ at ________ Let’s connect on LinkedIn. Bruce
- 39. 39 Professional networking website Establish an internet presence Virtual resume with media Business development Connections #Networking (3,566,585 followers)
- 40. 40 LinkedIn makes it easy to network. The mobile version has great tools.
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- 42. 42 LinkedIn has made it easy to share your profile with others at networking events. 1 Click on the Search Bar. A new screen will be displayed. 1
- 43. 43 LinkedIn has made it easy to share your profile with others at networking events. 1 Click on the symbol. A new screen will be displayed. 1
- 44. 44 1 You can scan another person’s code. 2 Your code is displayed for scanning. 3 Share your code via email, Facebook, etc. 4 Save Qcode to your phone. 2 1 3 4
- 45. 45 Introvert's Guide To Networking https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAPySGLL3gg The art of active networking by Mark Sackett https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjSPfGsaC3g 10 Simple Ways To Improve Your Networking Skills https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5xTbn6OnAA Tell Me About Yourself by John Heaney https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhWq1Q8uGg4&t=2s
- 46. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn Bruce A. Bennett Mobile: 815-302-9552 Email: BABennett73@gmail.com LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceabennett Career Coach Corner Blog: http://bruce73.wordpress.com/ https://bruce73.wordpress.com/upcoming-presentations/ Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/b-squared-linkedin
- 47. 47 NTS Job Club - Learning from Successful Job Searches Wednesday December 14, 2022 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm Questions, observations, comments and/or recent experiences Can you share a recent networking situation? What is one of your target companies? Recent job applications? Anyone do a prescreen call or interview recently? 47