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On May 6, 2010, we held two events at Northeastern University. Brianna Blaser presented on both Creative Job Searching and Networking Strategically.

Resources

• Creative Job Search slides (PDF)
• Job Search Essentials handout
• Networking slides (PDF)

Related Science Careers Articles

Creative Job Searching

• E-Persona Non Grata: Strategizing Your Online Persona
• Maximizing Productivity and Recognition, Part 2: Collaboration and Networking
• Tooling Up: The Informational Interview
• The One-Minute Talk
• Resume Rocket Science, 2007
• Writing a Winning Cover Letter
• The Walking, Talking Interviewing Machine
• The Dreaded Phone Interview
• Tooling Up: Negotiation Boot Camp

Networking

• E-Persona Non Grata: Strategizing Your Online Persona
• Maximizing Productivity and Recognition, Part 2: Collaboration and Networking
• Tooling Up: The Informational Interview
• The One-Minute Talk

Event Summary

Creative Job Searching

Being able to submit job applications online makes searching for jobs outside of academia seem deceptively easy. In reality, finding a position, particularly in the current economic climate, may take more creativity. In this workshop, we talked about the importance of networking, how to market yourself properly, and other ways to get a leg up on the competition when applying for nonacademic jobs.

Making New Connections: Networking Strategically

This talk helped participants find ways to make networking work for them. Many people have negative impressions of networking, but by being strategic about meeting people, networking can become easier. We discussed the myths and realities surrounding networking and different strategies for networking including: informational interviewing, attending conferences, participation in professional societies, and social networking websites. We also discussed some of the nuts and bolts of networking including: proper etiquette, business cards, elevator pitches, and following up with contacts. Participants had a chance to practice their handshakes and elevator pitches as well as brainstorm questions to ask in informational interviews.

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