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Networking Really Works

By , About.com GuideMay 20, 2009

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Summer is a great time for adding to your personal connections. Whether you’re enjoying a summer barbeque at your best friend’s house or meeting up with family at summer vacation home on the ocean, be sure to share your personal and career interests by preparing an elevator speech and letting everyone know that you are looking for in an internship or a job.

It can be very helpful when looking for internships or jobs if you have a network of people who know and are willing to vouch for you and speak about your knowledge, skills, and personal work ethic. It's also important to keep increasing your network by adding faculty, alumni, coworkers, previous employers, new acquaintances, and professionals to your list of personal contacts. Since networking is the # 1 job search strategy, it's good to learn how to network early in your career.

Effective Networking for Professional Success

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