One of the main reasons for attending a Harrison College Alumni Event is for the networking benefits! You never know who you might meet or what they may be able to offer you in terms of career advancement, new business, workplace advice, etc. Here are the first 4 of 8 simple steps to networking as described by Contacts Count-http://www.contactscount.com/home.html 1. Capitalize on Style
What is your personal communication style and mindset? Are you an introvert? Extrovert?
Know how you best communicate. Re-frame your attitude towards networking and believe that it is something that is helpful and critical in the marketplace.
2. Take a Strategic Approach
Have an agenda for what you want to accomplish. Do you want a new job? Trying to drum up business for your Network Administration Career? Whatever the case may be, set your goals and then attend events that are relevant and make sure you meet the people that can help you the most.
3. Envision the Ideal Network
There may be different networking events/groups that you are invited to. Similar to step 2, make sure you know where your networking opportunities lie and try and leverage these opportunities from one group to another. Know the benefits and challenges that will exist when networking within these various groups. How can you get the most benefit out of your contacts?
4. Develop Relationships
Relationships with people take time and evolve in stages. Make sure you are working toward establishing a trusting relationship with your contacts. If that trust is broken make sure you re-establish it. Show that you have character and that you are competent. Keep those connections alive!
for steps 5-8 visit on March 12th.....
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