Networking
What is Networking? Getting to know people both on a personal level (family, friends) and a professional level (colleagues) so they may by a source of information and/or support for you, including EMPLOYMENT!
Who is in your network? Every person you know The bigger your network, the more opportunities will come your way Think of your network as if it was a web with you in the middle
What can people in your network do for you? Information; hints, suggestions, support, advice, encouragement, etc. They share experiences You meet people in their network
Networking Activity Activity: On your piece of paper put your name and something you would like to learn more about. Put it on the wall. Circulate and put your name and the appropriate number on the sheets which apply to you: 1. I know something about this area myself 2. I know someone who can help 3. I know someone who probably knows someone who can help Example: Teaching Mr. Champion #1
Networking for Employment Gets you info on a job – are you still interested? May help you obtain a job. (ex. Reference) Help you meet managers
How can you build your “network”? 1. Online Social Networking online What are some examples of social networking sites? Facebook You Tube: Video Resume Twitter Flickr Linkedin
Building Your Network Joining activities/teams/groups Being involved in the community Getting to know new people Volunteering Job shadowing Doing Information Interviews