Last night I attended a virtual LIS networking workshop hosted by my school San Jose State University. The workshop was so insightful I thought it nice of me to share some of the key points and tips with you.
Steps to Networking
1. Find a strategy
* Whatever works best for your personality
2. Make a connection
* Introduce yourself
* Give out a business card
* Exchange emails
* Attend professional happy hours
3. Build a relationship
BY
4. Cultivating the relationship
AND
5. Taking action and following through
Tips for Networking and Cultivating the Relationship
1. Use Linkedin or Facebook
2. Meet for coffee
3. Attend a conference
4. Send a job lead or an interesting article
5. Send a quick email
6. Keep in touch with all contacts at an internship, not just with the supervisor
7. Stay in touch with librarians you meet when volunteering and other awesome people
8. Follow through, and take initiative
9. Keep track of all who interview you and send thank you letters
Don't know how to go about introducing yourself to someone, the 15 second pitch can help you set up an introduction. Also, check these websites out for more information on networking:
Job Networking Tips
Networking tips: How to work a room
Job Search Networking
ALA's Job List Guide: How do I Network?
Have any other helpful resources or ideas?
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