Top tips

to network
like a pro
Australian graduates found out about their
employment via 4 sources in 2013 and 2014.

28.6
25.7
12.4
8.9 Source: Graduate Careers Australia’s
2014 Australian Graduate Survey

Through their networks Advertised on the internet

University Careers Services Approached employer directly

So what is networking?
Networking is all about building relationships
to develop professional and social contacts,
and exchange information.
• Friends • Co-workers including
• Family people outside your
• Past employers department
• Classmates • Lecturers

Where should I network?

• At University
• At the coffee shop, hairdresser,
sporting events, etc…
• At work
• Anywhere

How should I network?

• By referrals from friends and family
• At careers fairs & industry functions
• Through LinkedIn and Facebook
• In mentoring programs
• At social events challenge yourself
to meet new people

Why should I network?

• To boost your career prospects
• To find out about unadvertised jobs
• For advice and information sharing
• To find a mentor
• To broaden your brand

‘Job-seekers need to diversify their job hunting

efforts… 60% of your effort needs to be on building
a robust network that can help you get a job in the
hidden market; these are the jobs that get filled
before the position is posted on some job board.’
– Lou Adler, CEO and best-selling author.
Source: 5 Steps to Getting a Better Job in the Hidden Market, August 1, 2014.

Networking can provide a

range of career opportunities
so make sure you are taking
advantage of every chance
you get to grow your network.

For more information, tips and advice

contact the Career Development team
at USQ’s Student Services at
usq.edu.au or visit the Career Hub.

social.usq.edu.au
CRICOS: QLD00244B  NSW02225M TEQSA: PRV12081 29.3.1 11.2015
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