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Holidays are great for networking.
September 6, 2009 · 2 Comments
Are you on your way to a Labor Day bar-b-que? Have you considered that it is a great opportunity to network if you are looking for a job?Many new job seekers or people who haven’t looked for a job in a long time may not know about the “hidden job market.” Sounds sinister, but all it really means is that most (70 – 80% or more!) of jobs aren’t actually filled with people applying to a job posting or announcement; they are filled via personal connections.
You can see why it’s a good idea to get on this networking bandwagon! Networking is a huge topic, and I have tons to say on the subject, but since we are in the midst of another holiday, let’s leave it at this:
If you’re going to a picnic or party, you will probably have an opportunity to meet some new people.
How can you introduce yourself with an eye toward seeing if there is a potential career link with your new acquaintance? Ask someone if they did anything fun over the summer…Strike up some conversations that have NOTHING to do with your job search.
You never know where you’ll meet the professional connection that will link you to a new opportunity.
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Article by Miriam Salpeter
Miriam Salpeter, author of Social Networking for Career Success, is a CNN-named "top 10 job tweeter" and contributor to U.S. News & World Report's "On Careers" column. Quoted in major media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and NBC news for her cutting-edge career advice, Miriam is an in-demand writer and speaker regarding job search and social media. She offers custom packages for job seekers and business owners, including transforming resumes and creating social media profiles/personal websites for clients. Keppie Careers has you covered. Let's get started!
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