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NETWORKING

NETWORKING. It’s not what you know but who you know. TELL EVERYONE!!. Teachers Friends Relatives Neighbors Hairdresser Dentist Join Professional Groups. INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWS. Purpose: To discuss the field and your background Don’t ask for a job Have a conversation Be positive

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NETWORKING

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  1. NETWORKING

    It’s not what you know but who you know
  2. TELL EVERYONE!! Teachers Friends Relatives Neighbors Hairdresser Dentist Join Professional Groups
  3. INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWS Purpose: To discuss the field and your background Don’t ask for a job Have a conversation Be positive Thank you
  4. Career Fairs Who should you talk to first? Don’t just leave a resume Ask engaging questions Get business cards for follow up
  5. 90 Second Self-Marketing Ad Intro: who you are & why you are speaking to your target Your training & skills The “hook” How you will follow up The closing PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE!!
  6. Digital Dirt Information about you Pictures Group Affiliations General online/electronic presence

  7. If I Googled You…

    What Would I find???
  8. Photos that make an impression
  9. What are your interests? A) Cooking, Running, Rock Band, and Pharmacy B) Beer, X-Box, Shopping, and Sleeping
  10. Career Builder Survey 2 in 5 Employers Used Social Networking Sites in Making Hiring Decision. 49% - Candidate posted provocative or inappropriate photographs or information 45% - Candidate posted information about them drinking or using drugs 35% - Candidate had poor communication skills
  11. Career Builder Survey, Continued… 33% - Candidates bad-mouthed their previous company or a fellow employee 28% - Candidate used discriminatory remarks related to race, gender, religion, etc. 22% - Candidate lied about qualifications
  12. It’s not all bad news…
  13. Why Employers Hired Candidates After Screening Online 58% - Profile provided a good feel for the candidate’s personality and fit within the organization 55% - Conveyed a professional image 54% - Profile supported candidate’s professional qualifications 51% - Well rounded, showed a variety of interests 49% - Candidate showed solid communication skills 44% - Candidate was creative 34% - Other people posted good references about the candidate
  14. LINKEDIN www.linkedin.com Create Profile Invite others to connect Update your status Use Search feature Join Groups Job Listings
  15. Twitter Profile – 140 characters to show off your skill Be Professional Search for Employers and Jobs www.search.twitter.com/advanced Job Postings www.tweetmyjobs.com
  16. Your Own Blog Gives you a public presence that you can control Employers can easily find you Bloggers have large networks Demonstrates your communication skills Takes time and dedication
  17. Connect with Us (and others)! Facebook Raritan Valley Community College Career Services Page LinkedIn Raritan Valley Community College Career Services Group Twitter
  18. QUESTIONS? Contact us in Career Services C116 www.raritanval.edu/career_serv
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