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How To Maximize Networking 411
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Discuss:
- What is Networking 411
- Reasons to Attend
- What to Expect
- Prior to the Event
- During the Event
- Conversation Starters
- Questions to Consider Asking
- Sample Questions You May be Asked
- Post Event
What is Networking 411?
- speed networking
- over 50 mentors sharing career advice and their personal stories
Reasons to Attend
- invaluable information
- diverse networking opportunities
- effective time spent
- and of course...
Prior to Event:
- Do your homework
- Plan your wardrobe
- Know how to introduce yourself
- Develop a list of questions
Introduce Yourself:
- Name
- Program of study
- Year of study
- Type of career (s) you are considering
During the Event:
- Convey interest
- Listen attentively
- Keep an open mind
- Broaden your focus
- Be prepared to start conversations and ask questions
Questions to Consider Asking:
- Work environment
- Pre-requisites
- Occupation/Company information
- Personal qualities looked for
- Job search advice
- Career building advice
Questions you may be asked....
Post Event:
- Follow-up
- Coffee/e-mail/article
For more information
www.tru.ca/careermentoring
Arlene Olynyk Susan Forseille
250.828.5498 250.371.5547
careermentoring@tru.ca
What to Expect?
- Mentors expect: to share their stories with many students
- Students will have support - look for the Coordinators to help you navigate the room, ask questions of, provide support
How To Maximize
Networking 411
Conversation Starters:
Can be difficult / awkward waiting for the session to start.
Consider these ice breakers:
- How has the event been so far?
- Have you had good questions?
What is your favorite conversation
starter you have used?
Introduce yourself to the person beside you.
Employers May Ask:
- Tell me about yourself
- Why are you interested in this profession
- What are your career goals
- What brought you to this event...
Conversation Strategies
Lull in Conversation:
~be prepared with questions to ask
Over-Talkative Student
~look for a break in conversation to ask (Politely) if you can ask a few questions
~if no break, look for mentor at mingle after table rotations
Thank Industry Professional
~thank the mentor for their time and information both at the end of the rotation and and with an e-mail after the event
Post Networking Advice:
- Consider sending a note
- Follow-up and follow through