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Transcript of Palatine Library Networking Presentation
Networking
Jerry AurigemmaDecember 8, 2014
Palatine Public Library
Agenda
o Jerry Aurigemmao Networking Strategieso Types of Networking Meetings o Networking Guidelineso Handbillo Elevator Speech
Jerry Aurigemma
o Retired Sales & Marketing Executiveo Co-Founder, St. Hubert Job & Networking
Ministryo Coordinator, Holy Family Job Support Groupo Moderator, St. Hubert & Holy Family Job
Boardso Job Search Adviser, Palatine Opportunity
Center
NetworkingStrategies
o Networking is usually the best way for an individual to find a job.
o It takes time so you want to build it before you need it
o Get an easy-to-remember email address
o Prepare a Handbill
NetworkingStrategies
o Prepare an elevator speech/pitch o Build a recommendation-filled LinkedIn
profile o Become a LiON, a LinkedIn Open
Networker. “500+” o Be active on LinkedIn Answers and
LinkedIn Groups related to your profession
Networking Strategies
o Sign up to Twitter. o Carry business cards with your contact
information o Ask for referrals when handing over
business cardso Join real-world business networks and
chambers of commerce
Networking Strategies
o Become a member of professional associations
o Go to industry conferences, and make time to meet people
o Join a job search support clubo Volunteer
Networking Strategies
o Join a gymo Get a career and/or job search coacho Find a mentor or mentoring communityo Do informational interviewso Email friends and family o Always follow-upo Use thank you notes
Types of Networking Meetings
o Informal Networkingo Formal Networking
Informal Networking
Striking up a conversation with someone on a plane, in the supermarket, at the libraryMeeting someone at a family gathering, party, or community event can lead to unexpected job opportunitiesIt’s alright to mention in casual conversation that you are seeking employmentYou never know who you might meet that can help you with your job search
Formal Networking
Great way to connect with those in your industry or career field
Attend business social events, professional association meetings, or alumni events
Exchange business cards, and jot down notes on the cards about those you meet to help you remember important details
If you are uncomfortable approaching new people on your own, take a friend or colleague along to the event and introduce each other
Networking Guidelines
Be respectful & mindful of your contact’s time by being prepared & concise in conversation
Research your contacts before meeting or reaching out to them. Use LinkedIn
Follow-up on leads and referrals immediately and keep your contact informed of your progress
Respect your contact’s privacy and always ask permission to use their name with a referral
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Networking GuidelinesSend a written note, email or quick phone call
thanking for their time, advice, referral, etc.Keep a list handy of your strengths and
accomplishments so your prepared to respondKeep a record of your contacts with the
outcome/next steps Stay open to fate; you never know when a
chance meeting will turn into an opportunity
Handbill
A handbill is part resume and part “what you can do for me” one-page request
Its purpose is to help you find targeted contacts through others
Your resume tells where you have been, but your Handbill tells where you want to go
Write your handbill like you are giving it to someone who is not in your industry. This way you are forced to be specific.
What is Included in a Handbill?
What kind of work you want to do How you are qualified to do that
work Specific target contact requests
When/Why Do You Use a Handbill?
If you are meeting with someone in the hopes that they can connect you to your next job
When attending job clubs and other job seeker support groups--copies for each attendee
When you do other networking that is heavily focused on getting more contacts
SAMPLE HANDBILL(Handout 1)
Elevator SpeechAn elevator speech or pitch is a
brief summary used to quickly define a person, service, product, etc.
Let’s review how to write an elevator speech
(Handout 2)
