The holiday season is a great time to get your job search off the ground. With the end of the year approaching, many companies are looking to fill positions and make new hires. The end of the year means that now is the perfect time to start networking and making connections that could lead to a job offer.
Holiday networking can be a great way to get your foot in the door with potential employers. It’s also an opportunity to meet new people in your industry and build relationships that could be beneficial down the line.
Here are some tips for how you can warm up your job search with holiday networking:
- Attend holiday events: Many companies host holiday parties or other events during this time. These can be great opportunities to meet people in your field and make connections that could lead to job opportunities. Make sure you dress appropriately and bring business cards to exchange contact information with those you meet.
- Reach out on social media: Social media is a great way to connect with potential employers or recruiters who may have job openings at their company. Reach out on LinkedIn, Twitter, or other platforms and let them know you’re interested in learning more about their organization and any open positions they may have available.
- Connect with alums: If you’re a recent graduate, reach out to alums from your school who work in your field of interest and ask if they’d be willing to chat about their experience in the industry or provide advice on how best to pursue a career in it. You never know what kind of connections they may have that could help you land a job!
- Follow up after meetings: After attending any networking events or having conversations with potential employers, ensure you follow up within 24 hours by email, thanking them for their time and expressing interest in any open positions, they may have available at their company. The follow-up will show them that you’re serious about pursuing a career with them and will help keep you top-of-mind when it comes time for hiring decisions.
By taking advantage of all the opportunities available during this festive season, you can warm up your job search and increase your chances of landing an interview or even a job offer! So don’t wait – start networking now!
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John is a digital marketing, staffing, eCommerce, IoT, telecom, software development professional and investor with over 23 years of experience on the Internet and a demonstrated leader in online commerce, marketing, staffing, IoT, telecom and software development.