Job Hunt: 50 Tips

More than 2/3 of white-collar jobs are found through networking. So, if you are looking for a job, youd better get good at making your contacts count.

The stronger your network, the shorter your job search.

These 50 tips come from our book, Make Your Contacts Count: Networking Know-How for Business and Career Success (American Management Association, 2007). Every tip includes the page number in the book where you can find out more about how to become the natural and only choice by your next employer.

Co-authors Anne Baber and Lynne Waymon are co-founders of Contacts Count. We deliver keynotes and training programs for corporations, associations, government agencies, and universities.

Visit www.ContactsCount.com to sign up for our free e-newsletter. Its chockfull of examples, tips, and tools.

Kudos:

"With your tips, I feel energized and inspired to redouble my networking and contacting. Ive already told several others how terrific your approach is." Alex Berley, Director of Client Services, E&G Group
"Everything you ever wanted and needed to know to make you a pro at networking for results. A must-read to gain the competitive edge." Anne Kelly, CEO Federal Consulting Group
"As a foreign professional, moving to the US and looking for work in the highly competitive job market of Washington D.C. Contact Counts gave me the understanding of networking that made a positive difference." Nalinie Kouame, Communications Consultant
"Networking is not just a buzzword. This vital skill has helped me build a successful career. This approach is the first tool I recommend to the people I coach." Linda Marks, Corning, Inc.
"A "must read" for anyone wanting to get a job or make a career change." Lisa Keathley, Career Development Center Director, Georgetown University School of Foreign Service