Networking in Action | Origin: CS117
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Teaching Professional Networking Skills for Career Success --> Networking in Action
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
I have learned by networking with friends, and with volunteering and activity events make the networking process more attainable, putting into action the professional associations: Joining and actively participating in professional organizations in the desired industry.
In this module, I learned about informational interviewing approaches, the types of networking, and the importance and methods to build connections with hiring managers.
Informational interviews are a great way to find hidden job opportunities, but can also be super-intimidating. I think having my students go through a real “cold call” request for an informational interview will really help them overcome those fears and be ready to use this strategy when the time comes.
