Networking

The other day I was thinking about the whole concept of networking and how it often comes off a little self centred. Let’s face it, the reason we are networking when we are out of work in the first place, is to hopefully connect with someone who will lead us to our next job. The problem with this approach is that if every time you to talk to someone and you ask if they have heard of any openings lately, each connection is about you.

It is important to cultivate mutual relationships during the networking phase. Connect with people and talk to them about them. Find out what is new in their life. Every once in awhile check in with people in your network and don’t even mention your job search. This way you will come off as being a little more multi-dimensional and not so Me! Me! Me! Your comments are welcome.

Glen Slingerlands Skills 101 / Job Development