by Barbara Safani | Jan 6, 2008 | networking
I came across a great post on Liz Lynch’s The Stealth Networker Blog about some of the issues active job seekers sometimes face when networking. Liz reminds us that the time to start networking is way before you are in a job search. People who only start...
by Barbara Safani | Jan 5, 2008 | networking
There are a lot of great HR seminars going on in New York City this month through HRNY, one of the premier chapters of SHRM. Topics include managing change, getting a handle on corporate benefits costs, and workplace diversity. If you are an HR professional or if you...
by Barbara Safani | Dec 22, 2007 | networking
Attending a professional development meeting in the near future? Here are some suggestions for getting the most out of the event. Show up at events early so you can meet the speaker. It’s easier to build rapport before the presentation, when there are less...
by Barbara Safani | Dec 19, 2007 | networking
As a follow up to yesterday’s post, here are some additional recommendations for successful networking. Give the other person a chance to speak. Ask questions. When you network it is imperative that you do not do all the talking. If you have asked another person...
by Barbara Safani | Dec 18, 2007 | networking
Many people think that networking during a job search means calling everyone you know and asking them for a job. They associate networking with being pushy, overbearing, and an overall pest. People often shy away from networking because they don’t want to be...
by Barbara Safani | Dec 3, 2007 | networking
In a recent post, I mentioned several reasons why December is such a great time to network. And at this time of year, many professional associations are hosting their annual holiday parties. I will be attending the Human Resources Association of New York holiday party...
