Networking – for some networking is the key to success, for
others it is something that just happens from time to time when the need arises. For some it is the
regular catch up for coffee, the long overdue phone call to a former colleague,
attending industry drinks or something intertwined into all your interactions,
networking is undeniably an important aspect in today’s society. The internet is
one fantastic avenue for networking, allowing you to connect professionally with your
colleagues and industry specialist and of course socially with your family and
friends.
Networking tends to naturally happen as part of many peoples’ jobs, but also
for their own good and ambitions, again from both sides– professionally and
socially.
Let’s look at the professional advantage of networking for your own
benefits. For example if you are on the lookout for a new job opportunity, have
you thought about chatting to the contacts in your network to see if they are aware
of opportunities in their organisations? That bit of ‘vitamin B’ and the
recommendation your contact can make to their employer, can open doors
you haven’t even thought possible. In many situations your application will be
handled favourably and you might find you are being considered for
opportunities that haven’t been advertised.
