I wanted to share this with you because this topic is great for those of you looking to create a fabulous elevator speech for your
next career networking event!
There are several types of in -
person career networking events, both formal and informal, which will help you to expand the number of contacts which you generate through networking.
Led by the indefatigable Katherine Webster and a host of champions from the tech community, such as Craig Newmark and Craig Mullaney (to be clear, you don't have to be named «Craig» to help veterans, but we don't mind the name either), VetsinTech started
hosting career networking events with top tech employers.
The idea of
career networking events used to produce a physical reaction in me, similar to riding a roller coaster: sweaty palms, nervous chatter, and a slightly queasy stomach.
NSLA sponsors panel discussions, keynote speakers, and
career networking events.
Whether you are attending a job fair,
a career networking event, or meeting a contact one - on - one, it's a good idea to have a career focused business card, so it's easy for people you meet to follow up with you.
Go to
a career networking event with your friend.
Despite the awkwardness that usually comes with
these career networking events, there's an excess of events to choose from in every city.
You can expand your network both online by adding friends and connections, and offline by attending industry events such as conferences or trade shows, or going to
career networking events.
Whether you are at a job fair,
a career networking event or an informational interview, giving a contact your business card is a great way for him or her to follow up with you and to learn a bit more about your professional identity.
Events I'm hosting: #TFA20 Tweetup at the Teach for America 20th Anniversary Summit, 12 Career Assessment Steps for 2011 (webinar), a NYC Cocktails and
Careers Networking event, a LinkedIn workshop, a Building Soft Skills / Interviews workshop, a social media webinar for schools and school districts
Numerous recruiting companies take part in job fairs and
career networking events.