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Effective Networking in Your Career
The document outlines a career coaching session led by Bruce A. Bennett, which covers the importance of networking for job seekers, strategies for effective networking, and upcoming career workshops. It emphasizes that networking is a key element in the job search process and offers practical tips on making connections and building relationships. Additionally, it provides resources such as workshops and online materials to further assist individuals in their job search journey.
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Presentation by Bruce A. Bennett introducing networking resources for job seekers.
Discusses networking as a resource, its supportive nature, and a call to join the list of professionals.
Details on personalized job search assistance and upcoming career workshops.
Upcoming LinkedIn workshops focusing on job search strategies and networking success.
Introductory notes, interactive format, with an outline emphasizing networking concepts.
Importance of networking in job searches and defining networking as a socioeconomic business activity.
Tips on building confidence and identifying who benefits from networking.
Focus on exchanging information, meeting professionals, and identifying networking events.
Variety of networking platforms and events including Eventbrite and community activities.
Encouragement to network during holidays and tips for job search success during festive times.
Methods for networking including emails, social media, and elevator pitches.
Strategies for engaging in conversations and maintaining networking relationships.
Importance of sending follow-ups and personal messages to maintain networking connections.
Using LinkedIn effectively to establish connections and showcase professional presence.
Additional learning resources on networking and an open floor for questions and discussions.
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- 1. Bruce A. Bennett CareerCoach Corner November 8, 2023 1
- 2. 2 Bruce A. Bennett CareerCoach Corner November 8, 2023
- 3. 3 NTS Resource for jobseekers Learn, inquire and advance Support Network A group of individuals Shared industry, position or interest Informational interview – Chat about role This is why you network 3
- 4. 4 Karl K. –Marketing Industry Raj S. - Financial Industry Rich K. - Sales William V. - Sales Mary B. – Retail Jackie L. - Financial Industry Pattie P - Administration I want to add your name to the list!
- 5. 5 November Career Workshops& Services Personalized Job Search Assistance Services Resume Review, Mock Interview or LinkedIn Critique To sign up, request the professional directly by email
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- 7. 7 LinkedIn for YourJob Search Monday November 13, 2023 at 10:00am to 12:00pm LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines Wednesday November 15, 2023 at 10:00am to 12:00pm Resumes, Cover Letters & Applying Online Wednesday December 6, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm Guide to a Winning Interview Monday December 11, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm Network to Success Job Club Learning from Successful Job Searches Wednesday December 13, 2023 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
- 8. 8 Introduction MCWN Volunteer since2010 & Contractor since 2018 Career Coach Corner Blogger, Podcaster & Presenter General Notes for Today My contact info is on the last slide Workshop is interactive Follow-up email will include a link to the deck and survey Social Media Revolution
- 9. 9 Outline Define networking The fiveWs & H Who, what, where, when, why & how Elevator Speech or Tell Me About Yourself Mobile Networking Apps Open Discussion Goals Locate events to attend that will interest you Develop an elevator speech Empower you to be a better networker Lower anxiety level of new meetings
- 10. 10 “No single actionwill guarantee you a job offer or even an interview. Instead, a lot of big and little steps add up to success during a job search. One of the most powerful items in that constellation of actions is networking, which can propel your job search forward and support you throughout your career.” Andrew Seaman Senior Managing Editor for Jobs & Career Development at LinkedIn News
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- 12. 12 Networking is asocioeconomic business activity by which business people and entrepreneurs meet to form business relationships and to recognize, create, or act upon business opportunities, share information and seek potential partners for ventures.
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- 14. 14 Visualize your selfin a positive light Prepare mentally for situations Laugh Smile How to be more confident
- 15. 15 Individuals in careertransition Entrepreneurs Sales & Business development People who want to help People who need help Everyone!!
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- 17. 17 Exchange information orideas Meet people who can expand your business Build base of advocates Help individuals – Franchise conversation
- 18. 18 Giving vs getting Comeprepared with goals or objectives Make yourself approachable Taking action in the moment Here & Now Follow up Practice
- 19. 19 Job Clubs Library Events LocalChamber of Commerce events Business meetings Community & volunteer activities Daily business
- 20. 20 Eventbrite Trade shows andconferences Meetup Networking events Network After Work Hobby interests Social Media My blog
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- 28. 28 Holidays are agreat time to network People are more friendly & happier at this time Companies have set their budget for new year Andy LaCivita talks Professional Networking Tips from Success Stories
- 29. 29 Get Involved ina “passionate network” Make good use of your free time Reach out to your personal network Be knowledgeable Find time for yourself 5 Tips for Job Search Success During the Holidays & COVID
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- 31. 31 Email Phone call Social Media Coffeemeet Informational Interview
- 32. 32 Tools to network Businesscards Resume Mobile phone Handbill Speaking up
- 33. 33 Tools to network SimpleIntroduction Painful Elevator Ride Elevator Pitch Elaborate Introduction Elevator Speech Example
- 34. 34 Stay focused onthe person you are talking with Ask open ended questions Limit meaningless small talk Use an ice breaker or question to start
- 35. 35 Begin with asimple lead Smile Hi or hello Simple Introduction I help people get the most out of their computer at work, what do you do? What do you hope to accomplish today? How can I help you? Can I ask you more about….?
- 36. 36 Exit Strategy Exchange contactinfo (if you want to) Introduce them to someone else you Make plans to connect on LinkedIn or chat later Excuse yourself to……
- 37. 37 Send them apersonal greeting Ask open ended questions e.g. Has 2023 been challenging for your career? e.g. Do you have holiday plans? e.g. What are you looking forward to in 2024? Let them know you are in job search Pay it forward
- 38. 38 Hi Bill, We havenot connected in some time so I wanted to say hello and wish you a merry Christmas. Has 2023 been challenging for your career? Regards, Bob
- 39. 39 Hi Bill, I havesurvived most of this year but find myself in job search mode now. Let me know if you hear of any opportunities for a Customer Service Manager/Supervisor. Perhaps I can help you if you find yourself in a career transition in the future.
- 40. 40 Hi Bill, I foundyour recent post in the ________ LinkedIn group very interesting. Would you have time to chat more about ______ and your company? My experience is with _______ at ________ Let’s connect on LinkedIn. Bruce
- 41. 41 Professional networking website Establishan internet presence Virtual resume with media Business development Connections #Networking (3,566,585 followers)
- 42. 42 LinkedIn makes iteasy to network. The mobile version has great tools.
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- 44. 44 LinkedIn has madeit easy to share your profile with others at networking events. 1 Click on the Search Bar. A new screen will be displayed. 1
- 45. 45 LinkedIn has madeit easy to share your profile with others at networking events. 1 Click on the symbol. A new screen will be displayed. 1
- 46. 46 1 You canscan another person’s code. 2 Your code is displayed for scanning. 3 Share your code via email, Facebook, etc. 4 Save Qcode to your phone. 2 1 3 4
- 47. 47 Introvert's Guide ToNetworking https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAPySGLL3gg The art of active networking by Mark Sackett https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjSPfGsaC3g 10 Simple Ways To Improve Your Networking Skills https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5xTbn6OnAA Tell Me About Yourself by John Heaney https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhWq1Q8uGg4&t=2s Start Networking to Propel Your Job Search Forward https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-start-networking-propel-your- job-search-forward-andrew-seaman/
- 48. Feel free toconnect with me on LinkedIn Bruce A. Bennett Mobile: 815-302-9552 Email: BABennett73@gmail.com LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceabennett Career Coach Corner Blog: http://bruce73.wordpress.com/ https://bruce73.wordpress.com/upcoming-presentations/ Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/b-squared-linkedin
- 49. 49 Time for generalquestions and/or discussion Give a short introduction about yourself Name and most recent position and/or industry Time frame you have been in the job search Target or Ideal company to work at How is your job search progressing? Are you encountering roadblocks or obstacles? Can you share a recent networking situation? 49