Networking

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    “It’s who you know, not what you know.” We have all heard this popular phrase about how to get a job and move up the corporate ladder. In this age of computers, the internet, and massive job posting sites, networking has become even more valuable in setting yourself apart from other applicants. One recruiter placed a posting on a internet job posting site and within four days had over 700 resumes. Do you want to be in that pile of paper? Consider the following:

    • A referral generates 80% more results than a cold call.
    • Approximately 70% of all jobs are found through networking.
    • Most people have at least 250 contacts.
      – (Power Networking, Fisher & Vilas)

    Networking Resources:

    • Review the Networking Guide to help you get started and find success with networking.
    • Irish Online: Alumni Directory – alumni are able to search for alumni by employment information, geographic preference, and more.
    • LinkedIn: – Join the online ND community (Go Irish Group) on LinkedIn. This system allows you to use the power of the ND alumni network to reach professionals outside the Notre Dame family.