Do you know how to network? A strong network of friends and supporters is essential to a healthy career and a happy life, and research repeatedly. Furthermore, the single best predictor of whether a candidate will get the job is whether he or she already knows someone who works at the target company.
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The conventional conception of networking is that it’s transactional. It's something you do because you need help. And—as human beings—we don't like to feel like we're using people. We want genuine relationships that are built on mutual trust, affinity, and generosity.
And I’ve got 5 key tips that will shift your view on professional networking and start you on your way to becoming a super connector with a thriving network of awesome professional friends.
Tip 1: Put your agenda aside
Why? you will wonder why should to do that, right. Let's see put your agenda aside with strangers until they become friends. This means that even if you have a genuine personal agenda (like, “I need a job in the next two months!!”), you have to set it aside when you’re meeting so new people and focus on making a genuine connection. Besides, if someone is going to be useful to your career, the time to discuss that is in a second, third, or fourth interaction.
Tip 2: Don’t try to stand out in a group.
There’s a proper time to introduce your own ideas into a situation or conversation, and it will soon be your turn to share your own experiences. And, It’s REALLY important to master small talk so that you can engage in a group networking conversation, go with the flow, listen and contribute, but not feel the need to hijack the discussion to focus on yourself.
Tip 3: Ditch that elevator pitch
The people you’re trying to impress, Elevator Pitches are uncomfortable for everyone. Moreover, the Elevator Pitch really only exists to compel the listener to say “yes” to a big Ask.
But if the thing you are introducing is yourself, stop it! You are not an idea, a product, a service, or a project. You’re a complete human being, and an Elevator Pitch at best is selling you short.
Tip 4: Give your connections a future, and follow up!
It means listening to others, being yourself, and creating a meaningful connection. Giving the connection a future is the easiest part of the networking process, but it also causes a lot of anxiety for people.
It’s completely natural to ask someone for their contact information if you made a connection. It doesn’t obligate them to give you a job or to do you any favors. The best way to do this is to stick to something that keeps the conversation going on the path it started: Did you discuss the local restaurant scene? Propose lunch at your favorite spot or promise to send a list of your top 5 dinner restaurants.
Tip 5: When introducing yourself: Be enthusiastic
Let’s talk about that moment when someone turns to you and says, “Tell me about yourself!” or “What do you do?”. Think about it. This conversation could be the first step in a lifelong friendship. It’s your chance to connect based on what interests, excites, and inspires you.
Letting your natural enthusiasm come through will positively affect everyone else around you, because enthusiasm is contagious. So introduce yourself using something you’re enthusiastic about!
There are 5 tip to you can improve your professional networking skills in society. Thank you for watching.
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