networking
Can anyone tell me if networking actually works in finding a job? I know no one that would be of help. I have always found my jobs on my own by answering ads, or going into the business. I don't know anyone who has found a job through networking. So I wonder if it is as effective as it is touted.
It can't hurt. And it doesn't have to be solely at jobs fairs. I was at a party once and ended up seated next to the President of a local television station. He was really helpful in my search. While I didn't find a job through him, it felt great having him on my side.
If you want to network try LnkedIn.
Networking is effective if you are high enough up the food chain to have a lot of managers as buddies. For most people it reduces to maybe relying on your cousin or whatever, and is less effective.
If you are a member of any professional group, with attendant publications, check to see the job ads. Lots of times jobs are there that are not mentioned to the general public.
Hello Barbara yes it can work I've never been to one but I do go to church that's the best place to network I just found a couple people that are very interesting. One I'm going to do work for, and one I'm going to work for. If you do go to church talk to your friends at church tell them what you're looking for you'd be surprised, in the meantime I will keep you in my prayers
I don't think it works for people who are not in a professional field such as sales, management or IT. I am a mid career admin. I am a dime a dozen. I am pushing 60. These are factors stacked against me. I know this. There literally are zero opportunities to network in my area.
No every time I try they send me jobs in totally different states, I'm in Florida
I keep getting ads I'm not qualified for nor am interested in. I've informed them and. I still get the same email's. I'm on disability and currently can't even work.
If you have a good understanding of it, ins and outs, then networking can be one of your biggest assets in securing a good paying job/career. Support, stability, connections. My biggest assets and the things I know I need to succeed. If you have any questions I'd be happy to talk with you about some job hunting and security, networking! thesalesman1031@gmail.com
Zack
Ms. Weatherly "NETWORKING" is designed to help you not be depressed about not having a job. You really never get to meet anyone in charge of anything. Although I have to say that the food is good at thoes affairs.
networking can happen just through conversation. I think it's most beneficial when you are networking while employeed. It's hard to network when you are without a job. Sometimes it happens when you least expect it, especially if you are in customer service (retail/food) or sales. I work at a car dealership and I was bumped into a guy that I was going to try and sell a car to, but in reality he was out prospecting for new hires and I happened to be at the right place and the right time. We clicked really well, and he felt I had the right attitude so he offered me an interview.
They are both helpful, but I would say again networking (it my experience) really comes into play through speaking with your customers and partners at you current job.
Myself and other family members have found jobs through contacts at churches over the years. Maybe it is time to get involved there? Working with volunteer organizations that offer exposure to many types of people also can help with networking, and creating goodwill on your behalf.