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IIE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS 1 The Art of Networking Tuesday June 2, 2015 By: Jared Dunlap IIE Young Professional President-Elect
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IIE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS 2 Agenda Welcome8:00 – 8:05 What is Networking?8:05 – 8:20 Speed Networking8:20 – 8:45 YP Networking Panel8:45 – 9:10 Final Q&A9:10 – 9:15
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4 So what is professional networking? Networking: The exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions. Specifically, the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business.
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IIE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS 5 Why is networking so important? Benefits of Networking: Shared Knowledge Receive feedback Learn valuable traits from others Opportunities Job opportunities Business opportunities Connections Gain exposure with others Develop networks (1 st, 2 nd, and 3 rd connections) Raising Your Profile Becoming visible/recognized Build a positive reputation
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IIE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS 6 “Networking is hard” Why? Obstacles: First Time “I never had to network in college” Where do I even start? Topic(s) What should I talk about? Personality Types Fear to meet new people Shy personalities
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IIE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS 7 How can I network? Types of Networking: Face-to-Face Networking Networking Events Business Events Social & Cultural Events Academic Seminars/ Conferences General Networking Friends Family members Professional Contacts Online Networking Social Media (LinkedIn, job posting communities, etc.)
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IIE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS 8 Who do I network with? Finding Connections: Who do you already know? Make an initial contacts list (name, location, company, etc.) Who would you like to know? Professionals in your industry Role models Potential mentors/coaches Locals in your community How will you connect with them? Social events Professional organization(s) Work function(s) Social media
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IIE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS 9 Networking Activity #1 Speed Networking Rules: Form two parallel lines Split up from your group/friends/classmates/etc. You will have 2 minutes to network with the person across from you Buzzer will sound when the 2 minutes are up The line will shift so a new person is across from you Duration 20 minutes Opportunity to network with 10 different people
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IIE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS 10 Networking Activity #2 IIE Young Professional (YP) Panel Rules: Ask the YP’s a question about networking. What do you want to know? Question can be asked from the pre-developed list or a specific one you have Duration 25 minutes Opportunity to learn ANYTHING you want about networking!
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IIE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS 11 Networking Activity #2 YP Networking Panel Discussion How do I find networking groups and events? Is there a certain dress code for networking events? Any recommended topics for discussion? What are some common networking mistakes? How should I follow-up after meeting someone? Does LinkedIn really work? How can I expand my network after graduation? Any tips on maintaining my network?
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