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By Jonathan Boyd
Did you know that an increasingly large number of job vacancies are filled without the chosen candidate responding to a vacancy advert? The reason for this? Through the world of networking, a candidate often learns about a soon-to-be vacancy before it is even advertised and an employer learns about the best possible replacement without having started a search for one.
If you're out of work and looking to maximize your chances of finding the job you want - especially in this difficult economical climate -learn how to network and watch how many job opportunities begin to fly your way!
The goal
Your aim when networking is to make contact with as many relevant people as possible - directly or indirectly related to your field of work. Your goal is to create some sort of relationship with them so that they are aware of your need for a job, are aware of your assets and skills and they remember you if an opportunity rises that could interest you. They may also be contacts you can use to acquire information about which posts are being vacated, which are being created or just to give you valuable advice about certain career routes or employers that you could not find elsewhere.
Use your existing networks
Many of us are already in touch with valuable networks through our family and friends. Make your need for a job known to those you know and you might be surprised who they in turn might know and could put you in touch with.
Make new networks
Attend conferences, industry events and trade shows related to your field and make more contacts. Also, the Internet is a great place to find new networks to belong to. Do a search and see if there are any existing networks related to your field that it would be valuable to join. Don't just rely on communication via forums and email to sustain your relationships. The best business networking is done in person where people have a better opportunity to talk in length and remember each other too. Search for business networking events or other meetings related to your field to meet people online and later get together offline. You can also take the initiative to organize your own networking occasions through the site by posting a request.
Manage your networks well
Once you have established some good networks, make sure you use them well. Keep a database of new contacts with key information about them. Stay in regular communication with them, ensuring you and your job need are remembered, and don't be afraid to ask for help, advice or information when needed - most people like to feel useful to someone else. Finally, don't forget to let your new contacts know they are valuable to you - remember to thank people and show them they are appreciated.
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Jonathan Boyd has written countless articles for Meeting Wave, a free website to meet people offline, for social or business networking. Check out the MW blog at www.meetingwave.com/blog
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