Whether you are a first-year graduate or the founder of a
growing business, networking should be one of your favorite pastimes. We have
all heard the saying, “It is not what you know, but whom you know” and if this
saying stands true, then taking yourself out of your comfort zone and mastering
networking is a must.
For graduates, landing a full-time job can be long and
tiresome, with every extensive application sent, you can only hope your resume
is being seen. It is time for you to get from behind your computer and show
your face at events where the professionals of your industry of interest will
be. Face-to-face interaction can go a lot farther that the keywords on your
resume that may or may not stand out to a hiring manager. I am not saying these
short chats will automatically land you your dream job, but here is what it
will do:
1.
Give you more insight about the industry.
2.
Start a relationship with someone who has his or
her foot already in the door, who can possibly pass your resume on to other
contacts he/she may know.
3.
Give you practice talking to professionals about
your desired career path
Networking should not stop once you have landed the job or
have been in the business for years. Clients, media contacts, and any other
driving forces of a business do not just pop out of thin air! Networking can
allow you to make great relationships with people, whom in the long run (not
necessarily right when you meet them) may help you when you are in need of
assistance, such as a key introduction.
A growing list of contacts has never been a negative for a company!
Written by Mimi Rosenberg of Rebecca Adele PR & Events
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