After looking back at a number of my blogs, I realized that I frequently mention the idea of going out and networking but I never really followed through with the "how-to." I get that networking can be intimidating and a little nerve wracking, but in a world where there are far too many people looking for jobs and perhaps only a handful of jobs open that you want to take, every little bit counts. The article, How to Network Without Being Phony, Lame or Desperate gives some great tips on how to network correctly. Here is a quick run through of the main points you need to remember while networking:

• Remember there's nothing phony, lame or desperate about being out of a job.
• Change your mind about what you're networking for.
• Remember that it's not all about you.
• Be yourself.
• Tell your story without the usual job-search downers.
• Have a full calendar. Have an agenda.
• Thank your networking partner immediately afterward and confirm you'll stay in touch.
• Pay it back.

For further details on these points, read the article!

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