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JOB SEARCH. NETWORKING. Networking is simply "talking to people." When people say you should network, they mean you should talk to people. People are happy to help others if they can. You need to be clear about HOW you'd like their help and clear about what you're looking for. How to Network. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
JOB SEARCH
JOB SEARCH
1NETWORKINGNetworking is simply "talking to people." When people say you should network, they mean you should talk to people. People are happy to help others if they can. You need to be clear about HOW you'd like their help and clear about what you're looking for.
How to NetworkYou are networking when you... volunteer talk with your neighbors visit with other members of your social clubs or religious groups search out friends and colleagues on Facebook and LinkedIn
Make it funIt feels good to help others- people want to help you! People like to answer questions and give advice about their job, company or industry.By connecting with others, youre sure to get some much needed encouragement and moral support.
Most jobs are never advertisedMany job seekers are hesitant to take advantage of networking because theyre afraid of being seen as pushy, annoying, or self-serving. Networking isnt about using other people or aggressively promoting yourselfits about building relationships.
review new jobs as they are posted!Register at www.collegecentral.comSearch jobs and follow application instructions.Post your resume.Create a portfolio.
7Social Media and your schoolATC: Twitter- ATC Career ServicesMTC: Facebook- facebook.com/mcfatterjobsTwitter- Job Placement, MTCSTC: LinkedIn- STC Job Placement Office Twitter- Job Placement STC Facebook- Sheridan Technical Center Job Placement Office
Who would you like to work for?Identify corporations you would like to work for.Visit their websites.
9Free servicesVisit your local WorkForce One office (www.wf1broward.com).Interview with employers on-siteAssistance with job searchesResume, Networking and Interviewing workshopsComputer, fax and telephone use
Remember..Ask for help and support from your instructor, counselor/advisor and career services office.Pay careful attention when completing online employment profiles- remember the profile attaches to each job you apply for at that company.
Questions? Contact us!Nicole Willis Jill Holste Kelly [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] facebook.com/mcfatterjobs 754-321-5514