Launch your job search networking into the hidden job market with this song (even if you can’t sing)
You may find it easier to develop an overall strategy after using this list that lets you get started right now. A body in motion tends to stay in motion—it’s a beautiful thing.
I originally drafted this to be sung to the 12 days of Xmas (with apologies to…well, just about everyone). The good news it works for any other holiday of your choice.
So here we go. Sing along…
12 days of (insert holiday here) networking for job seekers
On the first day of networking I decided to: Make 1 call to someone who never heard of me
On the second day of networking I decided to: Join 2 relevant associations (live and/or online)
(I’ll let you take it from here)
Day 3: Make three improvements to my linked in profile (add professional picture, join an industry group, add your brand statement as a part of your title, etc)
Day 4: ask 3 people I’m networking with how I can help them (and resolve to always ask this question in the future)
Day 5: Practice saying my brand statement to at least 5 people
Day 6: Email 4 old friends or people I used to work with just to catch up. I know when I network to build relationships and connections, the job leads will follow
Day 7: Call 3 alumni near me and ask their advice for my job search
Day 8: Set 2 coffee dates now that I’ve resolved to only network with people I like
Day 9: Find someone at a company where I would like to work, and call to get to know a little about them and the company
Day 10: Attend one meeting attended by people at the level who can hire me
Day 11: Find 2 blogs in my industry or function and leave a comment on each
Day 12: Look back at all I’ve done so far, and feel good about all I’ve already accomplished
