Building and maintaining a strong business network is critical to professional success. The key is accessibility. You must gain access to the key people, the job leads, and the industry-specific information that you need. In turn, it is crucial that you are connected and accessible to the people who want to speak with you.
Networking is especially important for a jobseeker in today’s challenging job market. In this “buyer’s market,” employers can choose from several qualified, interested, and available candidates (compared to a “candidate-driven” market where employers have to lure candidates to new positions). Employers prefer to hire based on referrals or recommendations which people in your network can provide. Managers and recruiters looking to fill a position will first search their own networks for candidates before the job hits the public. Gaining access to these key players and hiring managers in your desired field is tied directly to your professional network.
Building this professional network is easier than it seems. It involves figuring out who you know, deciding who you want to know, and implementing a strategy that showcases your best personal and professional skills. It may come naturally. Otherwise, you must figure out what networking style works best for you to meet and connect with your professional circles.
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