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

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

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

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

Tips for Networking

Keep conversation on other person

Practice your introduction

Think on your feet

Learn how to build relationships effectively

Building Relationships

what lights you

upwhere you want to go

hobbies/interests

work life/future work life

relationships in your life

where you live

name

Who Do You Network With?

friends and family

Augsburg faculty and staff

work contacts

internship connections

professional associations

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

Examples and Success Stories

Practice – Speed Networking

speak to someone for a few minutes

introduce yourself

try and find something that connects you or a conversation starter

Building Relationships

what lights you up

where you want to go

hobbies/interests

work life/future work life

relationships in your life

where you live

name

QUESTIONS?

JOB SEARCH GROUP FOR SENIORST U E S D AY, M A R C H 9 , 2 0 1 0       5 : 3 0 - 7 : 0 0 P M

                    T U E S D AY, M A R C H 2 3 , 2 0 1 0       5 : 3 0 - 7 : 0 0 P MT U E S D AY, A P R I L 6 , 2 0 1 0       5 : 3 0 - 7 : 0 0 P M

T U E S D AY, A P R I L 1 3 , 2 0 1 0       5 : 3 0 - 7 : 0 0 P M

IDEALIST NONPROFIT FAIRT U E S D AY, A P R I L 1 3 , 2 0 1 0

RESUMES AND INTERVIEWS WITH EMPLOYERS

W E D N E S D AY, A P R I L 1 4 , 2 0 1 0

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