Nursing Career Services

Networking Tips

Networking is one of the most effective ways to find a job, yet most people are uncomfortable with networking because they equate it with begging. In reality, when done correctly and well, networking is so effective that research indicates that 8 out of every 10 jobs is secured through this activity. If you received an 80% in your most difficult class, you would be thrilled, correct? You would probably repeat the activities that helped you get that 80% so you could have the same success again and again in your class. So if networking has this success rate, why wouldn’t you do it?

To get you started, listen to the webinar first. It will give you an overview of the process and benefits of networking. It also provides you with a brainstorming activity that will help you plan your networking strategy.

We’ve also included some tip sheets on online networking and social media, and included a list of nursing and professional healthcare organizations to help you become involved within your healthcare community.

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