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The Ins & Outs of Networking
Ask anyone in the business world and they'll tell you that to get ahead, networking is crucial--and it has only become more so in the tight job market. "In today's tight job market, networking is a necessity," says Tony Jenkins, vice president of cultural competence and diversity systems for Blue Cross Blue Shield, No. 15 on The 2008 DiversityInc Top 50 Companies for Diversity® list. "I consider networking just as important as obtaining an advanced degree. Networking carries that level of importance." Last month, the national unemployment rate topped 5 percent, but these numbers were higher for both Blacks and Latinos--9 percent and 6.9 percent, respectively. For people from traditionally underrepresented groups, networking can be the key to getting a foot in the door and creating the path to advancement. "While I was an intern and through my participation with the Hispanic Serving Organization (HSO), I was able to meet the company's future chairman and CEO, Ivan Seidenberg," says Alexis Toro, director of revenue assurance for Verizon Communications, No. 1 on the 2008 Top 50, in the April 2008 issue ofDiversityInc. "That would never have occurred had I not been involved." But how do you network effectively? What are the rules of the game? Here are some insights from several high-level executives on how to build and maintain a network that will help you land your ideal job...
Posted on Monday, May 4, 2009By
tinaelizabeth
Source: http://www.diversityinc.com
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