Introduction To Networking

The “last guide” we say! That's claiming a bit much. Yet we stand by it. Networking is perhaps one of the most nebulous subjects when it comes to career development. Why? Because it deals with the intangibles. In this guide, you will, within a relatively short read:

- Gain a clearer idea of what networking is all about, and what it isn't about.

- Learn how to overcome your fear of picking up the phone

- Understand the vital importance of listening twice as often as you speak (or more!)

- Learn to make networking a daily habit rather than a short-term effort (and one that is often the result of desperation).

 

You have probably already heard quite a bit about networking. Entire books are written on the subject. But the essence of it is very simple, and does not need hundreds of pages to explain. Simply put, networking is about people.

As you read, we will cover many familiar topics, and others that you will find new and refreshing. However, by the time you reach the end, I truly hope that one important message rings through loud and clear:

Networking is not about learning to view others as tools to helping you achieve your goals. Rather, they represent opportunities for you to help them achieve theirs —and in doing so you will reach your own objectives and be successful.

Let's get started!

The above is an excerpt from The Last Guide to Networking You'll Ever Need, which is available for sale for $17 in our bookstore or for free to those who subscriber to our free career newsletter. In this tough economy, people who find jobs usually do so by networking. Written by Keith F. Luscher specifically for the job hunting students and recent graduates with zero to three years of experience who use CollegeRecruiter.com. Are you networking at least two hours a day? Those who are finding jobs are. Don't be left behind. Read this book and you will quickly find a new job. To receive a free copy, subscribe to our free career newsletter.

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