Networking

“It's not what you know but who you know that
makes the difference.” - Annonymous
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What Is Networking
Networking is building relationships and making
connections.
The process of getting connected with people in order
to help progress in your career.
You might be doing it without knowing about it.
It’s not about asking for a job whom ever you meet.
Helps you grow professionally.

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Importance Of Networking
Helps you explore different career and jobs.
Helps you get leads, ideas, referrals and advice.
Helps find a job or a project work.
Many of the open jobs are filled by networking.
Some jobs are not even advertised.

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How To Build A Network

Project Work
Volunteering
Professional Associations
Career Fairs
Talking to Alumni

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How To Build A Network

Professional Networking sites
LinkedIn
Ryze
Facebook

Extracurricular Activities
Compile list of contacts
Keep in touch

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Networking As A Student
Build your resume.
Make a list of potential contacts.
Create a list of companies you would like to work for.
Conduct informational interviews.
Participate in Industrial Training programs.
Continue to maintain contacts with your networks.

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Networking For The Shy

 Begin networking in settings where you know others.

 Join online discussion forums.

 Contact via e-mails prior to calling up.

 Plan and practice what you would say before calling the
person on phone.
 Show enthusiasm and confidence. Have a smile.

 Set realistic goals.

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Networking Dos
 Be interested and do proper research prior to the meeting or
talking.
 Ask for referrals for other contacts.

 Prepare an elevator pitch.

 Remember that networking is a two way process.

 Maintain the contact with your network.

 Send a thank you mail within 24 hours.

 Respect the other person’s time.

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Networking Don’ts
 Do not ask for jobs.

 Do not ask personal questions and questions about salary.

 Do not make negative statements about the company or job

or industry or other employers.
 Do not just concentrate on your needs.

 Do not act desperate.

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