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Effective Networking
in Your Career
brought to you by
Bruce A. Bennett
Career Coach Corner
November 13, 2024
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Network to Success
Job Club
Bruce A. Bennett
Career Coach Corner
November 13, 2024
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Network to Success Job Club
NTS
Resource for job seekers
Learn, inquire and advance
Support
Network
A group of individuals
Shared industry, position or interest
Informational interview – Chat about role
This is why you network
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I want to add you to the 2024 Success Stories
Kim - Account Exec
Megan - Graphic Design
Celeste - Account Exec
Nouh - IT
Jennifer - Director
Aurelie - Graphic Design
Scott - Director
Mark - Risk Management
Lara - Communications
Shannon - Office Admin
Lara - Communications
Shannon - Office Admin
Mickey - Communications
Robert - IT
Paul - Writer
Melissa - Market Research
Liz - Market Research
Kurt - Marketing
Lisa - Administration
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McHenry County Workforce Network
November Career Workshops & Services
Personalized Job Search Assistance Services
Resume Review, Mock Interview or LinkedIn Critique
To sign up, request the professional directly by email
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Upcoming Events
LinkedIn for Your Job Search
Monday November 18, 2024 at 10:00am to 12:00pm
LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines
Wednesday November 20 2024 at 10:00am to 12:00pm
Resumes, Cover Letters & Applying Online
Wednesday December 4, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Guide to a Winning Interview
Monday December 9, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Network to Success Job Club
Learning from Successful Job Searches
Wednesday December 11, 2024 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
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Introduction & Notes for Workshop
Introduction
MCWN Volunteer since 2010 & Contractor since 2018
Career Coach Corner Blogger, Podcaster & Presenter
General Notes for Today
My contact info is on the last slide
Workshop is interactive
Follow-up email will include a link to the deck and survey
Social Media Revolution
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Outline & Goals for session
Outline
Define networking
The five Ws & H
Who, what, where, when, why & how
Elevator Speech or Tell Me About Yourself
Mobile Networking Apps
Open Discussion
Goals
Locate events to attend that will interest you
Develop an elevator speech
Empower you to be a better networker
Lower anxiety level of new meetings
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Importance of Networking
“No single action will guarantee you a job
offer or even an interview. Instead, a lot of
big and little steps add up to success during
a job search. One of the most powerful items
in that constellation of actions is networking,
which can propel your job search forward
and support you throughout your career.”
Andrew Seaman
Senior Managing Editor for Jobs & Career Development at LinkedIn
News
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What is Networking
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What is Networking
Networking is a socioeconomic business activity
by which business people and entrepreneurs
meet to form business relationships and to
recognize, create, or act upon business
opportunities, share information and seek
potential partners for ventures.
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Vision
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Vision
Visualize yourself in a positive light
Prepare mentally for situations
Laugh
Smile
How to be more confident
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Who Needs to Network
Individuals in career transition
Entrepreneurs
Sales & Business development
People who want to help
People who need help
Everyone!!
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We Need Help
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Why Network
Exchange information or ideas
Meet people who can expand your business
Build base of advocates
Help individuals – Franchise conversation
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When You Network
Giving vs getting
Come prepared with goals or objectives
Make yourself approachable
Taking action at the moment
Here & Now
Follow up
Practice
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Job Clubs
Library Events
Local Chamber of Commerce events
Business meetings
Community & volunteer activities
Daily business
Where to Network
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Eventbrite
Trade shows and conferences
Meetup
Networking events
Network After Work
Hobby interests
Social Media
My blog
Where to Network
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Where to Network
Eventbrite
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Where to Network
Meetup Networking Events
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Where to Network
Meetup Networking Events
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Where to Network
Network After Work
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Where to Network
Network After Work
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Where to Network
Network After Work
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Where to Network
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Holiday Networking
Holidays are a great time to network
People are more friendly & happier at this time
Companies have set their budget for new year
Andy LaCivita talks Professional Networking Tips from Success Stories
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Holiday Networking
Get Involved in a “passionate network”
Make good use of your free time
Reach out to your personal network
Be knowledgeable
Find time for yourself
5 Tips for Job Search Success During th
e Holidays & COVID
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Connecting the Dots
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How to Network
Email
Phone call
Social Media
Coffee meet
Informational Interview
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How to Network
Tools to network
Business cards
Resume
Mobile phone
Handbill
Speaking up
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How to Network
Tools to network
Simple Introduction
Painful Elevator Ride
Elevator Pitch
Elaborate Introduction
Elevator Speech Example
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How to Network
Stay focused on the person you are talking with
Ask open ended questions
Limit meaningless small talk
Use an ice breaker or question to start
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How to Network
Begin with a simple lead
Smile
Hi or hello
Simple Introduction
I help people get the most out of their
computer at work, what do you do?
What do you hope to accomplish today?
How can I help you?
Can I ask you more about….?
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How to Network
Exit Strategy
Exchange contact info (if you want to)
Introduce them to someone else you
Make plans to connect on LinkedIn or
chat later
Excuse yourself to……
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How to Network Digitally
Send them a personal greeting
Ask open-ended questions
e.g. Has 2024 been challenging for your career?
e.g. Do you have holiday plans?
e.g. What are you looking forward to in 2024?
Let them know you are in job search
Pay it forward
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How to Network Digitally
Hi Bill,
We have not connected in some time so I
wanted to say hello and wish you a merry
Christmas. Has 2024 been challenging for
your career?
Regards,
Bob
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How to Network Digitally
Hi Bill,
I have survived most of this year but find
myself in job search mode now. Let me
know if you hear of any opportunities for a
Customer Service Manager/Supervisor.
Perhaps I can help you if you find yourself
in a career transition in the future.
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How to Network Digitally
Hi Bill,
I found your recent post in the ________
LinkedIn group very interesting. Would
you have time to chat more about ______
and your company? My experience is with
_______ at ________
Let’s connect on LinkedIn.
Bruce
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Networking Using Artificial Intelligence
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Networking prompts from U of C Davis*
Based on my resume, generate a short and engaging
elevator pitch I can use for networking.
Generate a 200-character message for a LinkedIn
connection request based on [insert person's profile].
What are five questions I should ask in an informational
interview with [insert job title or LinkedIn profile]?
*Tips on how to use AI in your job and internship search effectively and ethically
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References & Resources
Introvert's Guide To Networking
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAPySGLL3gg
The art of active networking by Mark Sackett
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjSPfGsaC3g
10 Simple Ways To Improve Your Networking Skills
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5xTbn6OnAA
Tell Me About Yourself by John Heaney
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhWq1Q8uGg4&t=2s
Start Networking to Propel Your Job Search Forward
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-start-networking-propel-your-job
-search-forward-andrew-seaman/
Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn
Bruce A. Bennett
Mobile: 815-302-9552
Email: BABennett73@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceabennett
Career Coach Corner Blog: http://bruce73.wordpress.com/
https://bruce73.wordpress.com/upcoming-presentations/
Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/b-squared-linkedin
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Networking Session
Time for general questions and/or discussion
Give a short introduction about yourself
Name and most recent position and/or industry
Time frame you have been in the job search
Target or Ideal company to work at
How is your job search progressing?
Are you encountering roadblocks or obstacles?
Can you share a recent networking situation?

NTS - Effective Networking for Your Career

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    1 Effective Networking in YourCareer brought to you by Bruce A. Bennett Career Coach Corner November 13, 2024
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    2 Network to Success JobClub Bruce A. Bennett Career Coach Corner November 13, 2024
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    3 Network to SuccessJob Club NTS Resource for job seekers Learn, inquire and advance Support Network A group of individuals Shared industry, position or interest Informational interview – Chat about role This is why you network 3
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    4 I want toadd you to the 2024 Success Stories Kim - Account Exec Megan - Graphic Design Celeste - Account Exec Nouh - IT Jennifer - Director Aurelie - Graphic Design Scott - Director Mark - Risk Management Lara - Communications Shannon - Office Admin Lara - Communications Shannon - Office Admin Mickey - Communications Robert - IT Paul - Writer Melissa - Market Research Liz - Market Research Kurt - Marketing Lisa - Administration
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    5 McHenry County WorkforceNetwork November Career Workshops & Services Personalized Job Search Assistance Services Resume Review, Mock Interview or LinkedIn Critique To sign up, request the professional directly by email
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    6 Upcoming Events LinkedIn forYour Job Search Monday November 18, 2024 at 10:00am to 12:00pm LinkedIn Strategic Guidelines Wednesday November 20 2024 at 10:00am to 12:00pm Resumes, Cover Letters & Applying Online Wednesday December 4, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm Guide to a Winning Interview Monday December 9, 2023 from 10:00am to 12:00pm Network to Success Job Club Learning from Successful Job Searches Wednesday December 11, 2024 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
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    7 Introduction & Notesfor Workshop Introduction MCWN Volunteer since 2010 & Contractor since 2018 Career Coach Corner Blogger, Podcaster & Presenter General Notes for Today My contact info is on the last slide Workshop is interactive Follow-up email will include a link to the deck and survey Social Media Revolution
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    8 Outline & Goalsfor session Outline Define networking The five Ws & H Who, what, where, when, why & how Elevator Speech or Tell Me About Yourself Mobile Networking Apps Open Discussion Goals Locate events to attend that will interest you Develop an elevator speech Empower you to be a better networker Lower anxiety level of new meetings
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    9 Importance of Networking “Nosingle action will guarantee you a job offer or even an interview. Instead, a lot of big and little steps add up to success during a job search. One of the most powerful items in that constellation of actions is networking, which can propel your job search forward and support you throughout your career.” Andrew Seaman Senior Managing Editor for Jobs & Career Development at LinkedIn News
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    11 What is Networking Networkingis a socioeconomic business activity by which business people and entrepreneurs meet to form business relationships and to recognize, create, or act upon business opportunities, share information and seek potential partners for ventures.
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    13 Vision Visualize yourself ina positive light Prepare mentally for situations Laugh Smile How to be more confident
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    14 Who Needs toNetwork Individuals in career transition Entrepreneurs Sales & Business development People who want to help People who need help Everyone!!
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    16 Why Network Exchange informationor ideas Meet people who can expand your business Build base of advocates Help individuals – Franchise conversation
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    17 When You Network Givingvs getting Come prepared with goals or objectives Make yourself approachable Taking action at the moment Here & Now Follow up Practice
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    18 Job Clubs Library Events LocalChamber of Commerce events Business meetings Community & volunteer activities Daily business Where to Network
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    19 Eventbrite Trade shows andconferences Meetup Networking events Network After Work Hobby interests Social Media My blog Where to Network
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    21 Where to Network MeetupNetworking Events
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    22 Where to Network MeetupNetworking Events
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    27 Holiday Networking Holidays area great time to network People are more friendly & happier at this time Companies have set their budget for new year Andy LaCivita talks Professional Networking Tips from Success Stories
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    28 Holiday Networking Get Involvedin a “passionate network” Make good use of your free time Reach out to your personal network Be knowledgeable Find time for yourself 5 Tips for Job Search Success During th e Holidays & COVID
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    30 How to Network Email Phonecall Social Media Coffee meet Informational Interview
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    31 How to Network Toolsto network Business cards Resume Mobile phone Handbill Speaking up
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    32 How to Network Toolsto network Simple Introduction Painful Elevator Ride Elevator Pitch Elaborate Introduction Elevator Speech Example
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    33 How to Network Stayfocused on the person you are talking with Ask open ended questions Limit meaningless small talk Use an ice breaker or question to start
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    34 How to Network Beginwith a simple lead Smile Hi or hello Simple Introduction I help people get the most out of their computer at work, what do you do? What do you hope to accomplish today? How can I help you? Can I ask you more about….?
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    35 How to Network ExitStrategy Exchange contact info (if you want to) Introduce them to someone else you Make plans to connect on LinkedIn or chat later Excuse yourself to……
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    36 How to NetworkDigitally Send them a personal greeting Ask open-ended questions e.g. Has 2024 been challenging for your career? e.g. Do you have holiday plans? e.g. What are you looking forward to in 2024? Let them know you are in job search Pay it forward
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    37 How to NetworkDigitally Hi Bill, We have not connected in some time so I wanted to say hello and wish you a merry Christmas. Has 2024 been challenging for your career? Regards, Bob
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    38 How to NetworkDigitally Hi Bill, I have survived most of this year but find myself in job search mode now. Let me know if you hear of any opportunities for a Customer Service Manager/Supervisor. Perhaps I can help you if you find yourself in a career transition in the future.
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    39 How to NetworkDigitally Hi Bill, I found your recent post in the ________ LinkedIn group very interesting. Would you have time to chat more about ______ and your company? My experience is with _______ at ________ Let’s connect on LinkedIn. Bruce
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    40 Networking Using ArtificialIntelligence 40 Networking prompts from U of C Davis* Based on my resume, generate a short and engaging elevator pitch I can use for networking. Generate a 200-character message for a LinkedIn connection request based on [insert person's profile]. What are five questions I should ask in an informational interview with [insert job title or LinkedIn profile]? *Tips on how to use AI in your job and internship search effectively and ethically
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    41 References & Resources Introvert'sGuide To Networking https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAPySGLL3gg The art of active networking by Mark Sackett https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjSPfGsaC3g 10 Simple Ways To Improve Your Networking Skills https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5xTbn6OnAA Tell Me About Yourself by John Heaney https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhWq1Q8uGg4&t=2s Start Networking to Propel Your Job Search Forward https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-start-networking-propel-your-job -search-forward-andrew-seaman/
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    Feel free toconnect with me on LinkedIn Bruce A. Bennett Mobile: 815-302-9552 Email: BABennett73@gmail.com LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/bruceabennett Career Coach Corner Blog: http://bruce73.wordpress.com/ https://bruce73.wordpress.com/upcoming-presentations/ Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/b-squared-linkedin
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    43 43 Networking Session Timefor general questions and/or discussion Give a short introduction about yourself Name and most recent position and/or industry Time frame you have been in the job search Target or Ideal company to work at How is your job search progressing? Are you encountering roadblocks or obstacles? Can you share a recent networking situation?