Networking

If you’ve been anywhere close to our office, or website, you’ve heard the term networking. In fact, you’ve probably heard it more than once. So, what is the big deal about networking?  

Networking is crucial to your job search. So much so that it is how 65% of people find jobs.

Networking is about connecting with people. And, reconnecting.  And, building relationships.  And, maintaining those relationships.

We heard a great networking success story last week. One of our WSU Alum landed the job he wanted out of state. How? He contacted a connection at WSU to say he was job hunting. That person told her staff. One of her staff had a connection . . .who  had a connection at the company our Alum wanted to join.  Bottom line: our alum has been in his new job a couple of months now.  

Anywhere people are gathered is a place to network. Another of our former students got a job through a lead he heard about from someone he met in line at the grocery store.  Another through a connection he learned about from his barber. A few years ago, I found a great job through a tip I received in an elevator.  So, really "What's not to like about networking?"

We believe in networking so much we’ve organized a special event. The Art of Networking will be from 5:30 – 7:00pm Oct. 26 in the Ulrich Museum of Art. Take advantage of this chance to have fun as you enjoy horde ours and learn more about networking in a relaxed setting. 

Don’t wait. RSVP now to jan.mead@wichita.edu or 978-3435.  

Get a job! 

~jan

Jan Mead, Assistant Director, Wichita State University