Developing your network
It is estimated that a large portion of the jobs that are filled are done so via the hidden job market, that is “word of mouth”. The major advantage of penetrating the hidden job market is that your competition is dramatically reduced. Unlike through advertised positions, people who source jobs via their network or direct approach do not have to compete with large fields of applicants.
What is a network?
- A group of people who will act as eyes and ears for you out in the marketplace
- People who might uncover a job opportunity for you
How to put together a network list:
- Use brainstorming techniques
- Include as many people as you can think of
- Don’t exclude people who you think can help you
Who will be on your network list:
- Workmates
- Colleagues in your past organisation
- Colleagues who have moved to another organisation
- Ex-supervisors
- Staff who have worked for you
- People who have sold products to you
- Friends who work in other organisations
- People you know socially who might know what is going on in particular companies
Whether you’re currently looking for a new job or not, it’s worth putting in the time and taking the appropriate steps to building a strong network.
Briana Tomasinski
Regional Manager Gippsland - DFP Recruitment
Briana Tomasinski commenced with DFP in March 2010 and is located in DFP’s Gippsland office in Traralgon. With over 15 years’ experience in recruitment, Briana is DFP’s Regional Manager for the Gippsland region, engaged full-time. As a graduate of the Gippsland Community Leadership Program, she has a Diploma in Management and Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety and is currently studying towards a Masters in Human Resources and Business. Prior to joining DFP, Briana had over 10 years’ experience within the IT industry within the reseller, distribution and vendor space. In 2005 she moved to Javrow, a specialist talent acquisition and retention consultancy, where she worked as a Consultant for almost 4 years before transitioning to generalist recruitment roles at GBS Recruitment managing both temporary and permanent portfolios for trades through to professional and executive classifications. Briana is a passionate and proud Gippslandian and is driven by connecting organisations with leading talent across Gippsland.
Good article, thanks.