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Welcome to: Networking Workshop

Welcome to: Networking Workshop. Lead By: Homa Aimen Student Employment Advisor r. Networking…. What is a networking? Who makes your networking group? Why should you network? Why is networking important? So how do you apply for jobs that aren't advertised anywhere? Let’s find out….

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Welcome to: Networking Workshop

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  1. Welcome to: Networking Workshop Lead By: Homa Aimen Student Employment Advisor r

  2. Networking… • What is a networking? • Who makes your networking group? • Why should you network? • Why is networking important? • So how do you apply for jobs that aren't advertised anywhere? • Let’s find out…

  3. Networking…. • When it comes to finding a job, nothing beats good, old-fashioned networking – • contacting friends, relatives and former colleagues, setting up face-to-face meetings in the hope of getting job referrals. • Yes, it is awkward, but here's why it simply has to be done: • At any given time, about 80% of all available jobs aren't posted in the classifieds or on job boards, says BH Careers International, a New York career-management firm. • And 60% of people surveyed by BH said they got their last job by networking.

  4. Networking • Be Prepared • Do your homework. • Have plenty of Business Cards • What information do you want to walk away with? • What do you want to convey to the people you meet?

  5. Networking… • Networking Knows No Boundaries • Networking opportunities - you expect to walk away with a few business cards and some recommendations for potential Opportunities. • Networking shouldn't be a one way street

  6. Networking • Follow Up • it is absolutely essential to write a thank you note or email. Tell your contact how much he or she helped you, and refer to particularly helpful, specific advice. • In addition to immediate follow-up after a meeting or conversation, keep in touch with your contacts. This way, they may think of you if an opportunity comes up, and they will also be forthcoming with new advice.

  7. Networking Final Tips…. • Prepare an "elevator speech. • Use your existing ties • Target trade groups • Show interest in others • Don't ask for a job • Build relationships • Don't be selfish • Don't abuse relationships • Follow through • Maintain your network

  8. Career Services BLOG!!! • Have you Checked this Site….www.aicareerservices.comif you haven’t you should… Updated Information regarding employment opportunities within the Ai Campus or outside, and other resourceful information such as sample Resume and Cover Letter, Networking tips and much more under your finger tips…

  9. Upcoming Workshop…

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