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“Networking”
is a career strategy that has gotten a bad reputation in
recent years. Despite all the negative connotations, statistics
continue to show that networking is an important career-search
technique. Most job seekers know that they should be networking,
but don’t know what that means or how to go about
it.
Networking
is connecting people and building relationships between
those open to new opportunities and those with information
to share. The purpose is a mutual exchange of information.
It is an informal, on-going process that should be incorporated
into every career search and part of your career management
strategy.
Successful
networking is a 5-step process:
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Meeting
to gather information, seek advice, discuss trends in the
industry, identify professional organizations, events, or
publications, and ask for the names of 2 or 3 others (professionals,
suppliers, vendors, competitors, salespersons) who might be
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Following
up on these referrals and repeating step one to continue expanding
your network. |
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Contacting
each previous contact to keep them posted on the results of
their referrals and the status of your career search. |
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Notifying
your contacts when you’ve accepted a position and thanking
them for their help; offer to contribute to their success
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Maintaining
your networking relationships on a regular basis (once every
3 to 4 months.) Pass on information that might be of interest
to them, including career opportunities. |
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| Networking
is a skill that can be learned and developed into a valuable
career management tool. Join us on December 7th to practice
your networking skills at the CEO Networking Night which includes
food, fun, door prizes and the opportunity to meet fellow
Buckeyes. Register now (careerexploration@osu.edu)
and plan to attend. |
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| Are
you looking for information about new opportunities in your
current career, a new career direction, or job search strategies?
Are you considering relocating and need information about community
resources? The Buckeye Network online alumni database is available
to members of the OSU Alumni Association. The Buckeye Network
is NOT a job placement service, resume posting board or a job
listing; but it is a valuable tool to learn about careers and
make connections with fellow Buckeyes. www.ohiostatealumni.org
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| Career
planning can be an exhausting and stressful process. Finding
a support system is essential. The Career Exploration Office
offers personalized career assistance through the Scarlet
Career Planning Package. Unlimited career advising with career
professionals, participation in career workshops and online
trainings, access to CareerSearch employer database, and the
Zenergy Career Coach CD-ROM are all included in the $250 fee.
Contact the CEO today for more information! careerexploration@osu.edu
or 614-292-3503 or 292-8493 |
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Exploration Office, 152 Mount Hall, 1050 Carmack Road, Columbus,
Ohio 43210-1002
(614) 292-8493 or (614) 292-3503, www.careers.ohiostatealumni.org,
e-mail: careerexploration@osu.edu. |
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