The concept of the hidden job market is very important to acknowledge as it holds a variety of opportunities for job-seekers who are willing to make a productive growth in their career and take it to the peak of success. The skilled career specialists notified that several job openings are never advertised or publicly announced, but filled by the means of word of mouth or networking. Therefore, it is crucial to recognize the significance of networking in order to take your career to new heights. Networking is a process through which you develop a wide list of contacts with people you have met in social and business gatherings and get help in finding a job. The people who will be part of your network can provide you the details which entail job leads, let you know the information about a particular company or an industry and introduce you to others as well for the sake of increasing your network. Here are the tips to successfully build career networking.
- The best way to develop network is to start gaining information about a company by conducting informational interviews with people who are currently working in that field.
- Do not take your network for granted instead follow up and thank them for their efforts.
- It is quite important to stay in touch with your network by utilizing a medium that is available to you and ask for their assistance so that you may get quality information relevant to your field.
- To achieve success in networking try being a good listener. Many people lack this crucial skill which leads to poor networking. Learn the difference between listening and hearing.
- Make sure you take part in business and social events that will assist to get your face known. Build your reputation as a constructive, reliable, knowledgeable and supportive person by offering valuable information or tips to people who need it.
There is a famous African proverb: “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go with others”.
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