1. LT JESSICA SCHWARZ LTJG KAZU OKUMURA Making Networking Meaningful

2. Objectives Describe barriers and how to overcome them Retain information about contacts you will meet today Learn tips and tricks to make networking more effective Have fun and meet some great officers!

3. Why Network? Find a job Find a mentor Link to resources Solve problems

4. IEEE: Employment and Career Services Committee

5. Ice Breaker BINGO!

6. Why is it So Hard? Memory It’s work! Self esteem/confidence Preparation

7. Tips and Tricks Prepare Open your ears and close your mouth Make associations for memory Keep it positive

8. Exercise! IF YOU BUILD IT…THEY WILL COME

9. How Can I Make Networking More Meaningful? Practice, practice, practice! Stay organized Be a good contact Follow up

10. Using Social Media LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Google +, Pinterest, Email Not just for Gen Y or younger Use the special interest groups at each of the sites to maximize (e.g. schools, associations, etc.) Don’t expect immediate replies or a reply at all Goal of social networking: offline meetings

11. Nice to Meet You!