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Networking is consistently cited as the number one way to land a new professional position. Didrolodex you know, "80% of the jobs available never... advertised;" and yet, most people spend over 70% of their time web surfing for jobs rather than putting themselves out there, talking to employers. A little bit of enthusiastic networking can go a long way.
In this article https://resumebros.com/nursing-resume/, author wrote that "friends, friends of friends, a barber, a neighbor, and former coworkers are often the best resources for job seekers, especially in a market with far more people out of work than job openings..." Your network is only limited by the company you keep, both on and off the job. Don't let opportunities pass you by just because you're not in an office when you delve into professional conversations.
Think about it, you are networking when you...
• Attend professional meetings, conferences, or conventions
• Visit with other parents during children's events
• Volunteer
• Visit with members of your social clubs or religious groups
• Talk with neighbors
• Search for friends on social networks
• Speak with strangers in public places (like waiting in line at a coffee shop)
Tips of the Networking Trade:
1. According to CareerXRoad's 9th Annual Sources of Hire Study, "referrals make up 26.7% of all external hires... The yield for referrals is one hire for every 15 referrals, making this category the most efficient source by far." Remember, the decision-makers in the hiring process would much rather speak with someone who comes recommended by a trusted source. This is your first reference check, which saves hiring managers effort sorting through the heaps of resumes and endless phone calls that ads generate.
2. Treat your job hunt like a job in and of itself. Be well-informed and eager. Consider creating customized cover letters, make yourself available when the HR manager is available.
3. This may sound excessive, but if you're on the job hunt and take it seriously, try to make at least 100 new contacts each month by making phone calls, sending emails, or showing up at events where you can professionally socialize. Volume is more important than it may seem on the surface. It may take 50 contacts to land 10 interviews to narrow it down to one job that is just the right fit. Be patient, be tenacious, be yourself and you will develop a meaningful network.
Even in rough economic times, there are more positions available than you might think—it just takes hard work, discipline, and the ability to navigate the network you create.
In this article https://resumebros.com/nursing-resume/, author wrote that "friends, friends of friends, a barber, a neighbor, and former coworkers are often the best resources for job seekers, especially in a market with far more people out of work than job openings..." Your network is only limited by the company you keep, both on and off the job. Don't let opportunities pass you by just because you're not in an office when you delve into professional conversations.
Think about it, you are networking when you...
• Attend professional meetings, conferences, or conventions
• Visit with other parents during children's events
• Volunteer
• Visit with members of your social clubs or religious groups
• Talk with neighbors
• Search for friends on social networks
• Speak with strangers in public places (like waiting in line at a coffee shop)
Tips of the Networking Trade:
1. According to CareerXRoad's 9th Annual Sources of Hire Study, "referrals make up 26.7% of all external hires... The yield for referrals is one hire for every 15 referrals, making this category the most efficient source by far." Remember, the decision-makers in the hiring process would much rather speak with someone who comes recommended by a trusted source. This is your first reference check, which saves hiring managers effort sorting through the heaps of resumes and endless phone calls that ads generate.
2. Treat your job hunt like a job in and of itself. Be well-informed and eager. Consider creating customized cover letters, make yourself available when the HR manager is available.
3. This may sound excessive, but if you're on the job hunt and take it seriously, try to make at least 100 new contacts each month by making phone calls, sending emails, or showing up at events where you can professionally socialize. Volume is more important than it may seem on the surface. It may take 50 contacts to land 10 interviews to narrow it down to one job that is just the right fit. Be patient, be tenacious, be yourself and you will develop a meaningful network.
Even in rough economic times, there are more positions available than you might think—it just takes hard work, discipline, and the ability to navigate the network you create.
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