Networking is a form of communication that all students will
need to learn once they graduate and are looking for new jobs. I have posted 5 of the best tips to help ease anxiety.
1.
Prepare questions before you go to an event
where networking is a possibility
2.
Dress professionally so that you feel
comfortable talking around industry professionals.
3.
When picking out people to go up and talk to,
choose a person who is standing alone so that walking into a large group is not
as intimidating.
4.
Write them an email after you meet them asking
them to keep you in mind for any employment opportunities in the future.
5.
Write the name of the person, and what you
talked about on the back of their business card if they give you one. That way,
a follow up email is easy to create.
Good luck!
Hey Natalie, great post! One thing you might have missed on your list would be to prepare a 60-second elevator pitch. This is a great way to introduce yourself to someone else who has no idea of who you are. It is a great icebreaker when networking.
ReplyDeleteSome suggestions for what to include in a elevator pitch are described below:
• Explain who you are and your current status
• Tell your story and what you currently do
• Describe what are you seeking
• Explain what you can offer
• Include a unique hook to catch the readers attention
• Include an action statement
These are merely suggestions on what you can include in your pitch, as everyone should have a unique pitch. Even though these are suggestions, they are highly recommended because they provide a good basis for a pitch. After a pitch is created, it is essential to practice! The more an individual gets the opportunity to practice, the stronger their pitch becomes.
Source:
http://www.personalbrandingblog.com/how-to-write-your-60-second-elevator-pitch/