Networking

Two Elevator Speeches are Necessary

November 25, 2010

By Larry Goldsmith, CWDP, P.E.T. Networking is the process of communication that consists of using contacts and relationships (oftentimes a third party) to gain access to decision makers in the hiring process.   Historically, in the job search preparation stage, job seekers have been instructed to create and rehearse a brief networking (elevator) speech.  The original label of [...]

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Theater Call for All Job Seekers

June 18, 2010

By Larry Goldsmith, CWDP, P.E.T. Job seekers should consider enrolling in Theater 101.  Exploring the mechanics of how to create a scene for a stage play offers unexpected rewards in upgrading your job search skills. What is a stage play but a series of activities design to engage an audience.  The audience is not told [...]

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For Successful Networking Outcomes – Think Backwards

June 1, 2010

By Larry Goldsmith, CWDP, P.E.T. In the context of job search, networking is the process of communication that consists of using contacts and relationships (oftentimes a third party) to gain access to decision makers in the hiring process. Historically, in the job search preparation stage, job seekers have been instructed to create and rehearse a brief networking [...]

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