The Benefits of Networking for Your Career

Networking is about developing long-term relationships for mutual gain and creating a lasting impression with people so that they think of you positively when an opportunity arises. Why should you invest the time and energy to make your “net work”? There are hundreds of benefits, and here is a summary of my top 12.   Main Benefits:    Being active. Being active is a benefit of networking. Believe it or not, by just getting yourself out there and connecting to people you are moving your career forward. By going to a networking party or group, you are taking the first ...

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Self Promotion Tips to Get Hired

  More and more agencies and employers are searching online for suitable applicants. If you do not have an online presence you may be missing out on opportunities. You need to make sure that anything on social media that can be seen by a potential employer is going to help you get employed.   If you’re on the look out for a job, keep an eye out on our PA Privé careers page for personal assistant jobs, London PA jobs and more.   How to Self-Promote Online    Put yourself out there Update your social status with your job status out. “Visibility ...

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Using Social Networking Sites to Boost your Job Search

Social media has broken down many communication barriers and allows you to connect with people you might not know on a personal level but have shared interests with, which can be useful in finding your next job. By carefully managing your online brand, you can create job opportunities for yourself.   Click here if you need some Personal Assistant CV/PA CV advice.   Start making the most of your online networks by following our steps.    Make yourself visible Gone are the days of sifting through the papers to find a job. Today’s graduates need to be savvy to compete ...

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Top Networking Tips to Get You Started

Before you attend networking events, think about the true purpose of them. There is a reason it’s called networking – it is not a social event. So if there is alcohol available, make sure you limit your intake, or it might be best to avoid it altogether. Also consider your industry and target customers before deciding to attend an event – is it right for your business.    Why attend the event? – Write down what you want to achieve from the event.  Is it to meet someone specific? New job opportunity? Improve your communications skills Increase personal confidence? Whatever it ...

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Five Networking Tips to Get Results

  We all know that good networking is essential to job search and career success. Whatever level of networking skills you have, these networking tips will either help you get started or serve as a good reminder. So try using these five simple tips at any event to refresh your networking skills and get great results!    Be focused – know exactly what you would like to get out of a networking event. “I want to build more contacts” or “I hope to find some good leads to job opportunities” are good intentions but TOO VAGUE. If you only have ...

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