Statistics report 85% of jobs are filled through networking and 70% of jobs are never published publicly. Yet the prospect of doing real networking can feel overwhelming and be stifled by the fear of rejection. How does a job seeker in today’s environment, conquer this fear, anxiety or apprehension and effectively use networking to secure their next career?
Join us as Tim Slager explains why we avoid networking and lays out a plan that will make your networking efforts easier and more effective. And if you think you’re a great networker but nothing is happening from it, you will also learn how to differentiate your efforts between socializing and networking.
Tim Slager is an experienced talent advisor, career coach and long-time Advisor to HJS job seekers. He currently serves as Talent Acquisition Lead for Materion Corporation, a global provider of high-tech solutions in electronic materials, performance materials, and precision optics. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, with 32 locations worldwide, and a workforce of 3,700 employees, Tim provides full-cycle recruitment support through effective interaction with candidates and hiring managers.
Tim developed his knowledge on this topic through leadership positions in recruitment (Adecco), professional development (Weatherhead School of Management), and career transition (Lee Hecht Harrison). He holds a BA from Kenyon College, a Master of Divinity from McCormick Theological Seminary, and the Global Career Transition Expert Quality Delivery Certification from LHH.
Our meetings are offered in-person at Christ Church Episcopal in Hudson with a simultaneous on-line Zoom option. Please use the appropriate registration link below. Whether joining in-person or on-line networking begins at 7:15 p.m. You are highly encouraged to come in-person for one-on-one networking with others. Increasing in-person networking can be an excellent way to enhance your job search.
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