Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Tips for Informal Job Search Networking

What is networking?

The vast majority of job openings are never advertised; they’re filled by word of mouth. That’s why networking is the best way to find a job. Unfortunately, many job seekers are hesitant to take advantage of networking because they’re afraid of being seen as pushy, annoying, or self-serving. But networking isn’t about using other people or aggressively promoting yourself—it’s about building relationships. Check out these job networking tips provided by helpguide.org.

Also watch this video from About.com to see how to do it successfully.