Post on 17-Dec-2015
old school It’s not what you know; it’s who you know……..
new school…… It isn’t who you know, but who knows you and understands the value of what you know!
Professional Networkingwhat is it?
The creation and cultivation of professional friendships and acquaintances
Life blood of strong and stable careers and businessesOne of the most neglected aspects of professional
development
P—Put yourself in relationship’s way
O—Take advantage of relationship
opportunities
T—Train for conversation
T—Try something different
Y—You have only the opportunity presented;
take itProfessional Networking Made Easy: Priming the PumpBy Matthew Moran.Article is provided courtesy of Cisco Press.Date: Jul 21, 2006.
POTTY Training works!!It just takes time and patience
LinkedIn – Why Use it?Leading social media tool for recruiting & connecting
Easier for recruiters to find the right candidateReconnect with colleagues and share contactsDevelop new professional contacts for conversationParticipate in YOUR professional associationsEngage with companies and groups become knownContribute to meaningful dialog – be helpful“Follow” companies – let jobs come to youResearch similar companies/jobs
LinkedIn TipsLinkedIn TipsArrange Profile from your Resume
What tools do you use? What problems do you solve?
Professional looking photograph
Headline is your “grabber” – make it professional, memorable, concise
Select strong and descriptive “keywords” used throughout
Describe & link to coursework and extra-curricular activities
Ask professors, advisers, and team members for recommendations
Start conversations with alums, recruiters, industry leaders
Ask questions and engage in groups to be seen
Explore Groups, Companies, and career paths
LinkedInhttp://Linkedin.com/studentjobs
4,172 Entry Level, Internship in Engineering22 near 80301 zip code
667 “Mechanical” “Entry level”372 “Environmental Science” “Entry Level”
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