☝️ No. 1 Rookie Networking Mistake

Plus: 5 reasons to network outside your industry!

June 26, 2023

Work It Daily

Hello Everyone and Happy Monday! We hope you had a good weekend. We have another game of two truths & a lie for you today! And don’t forget to sign up for our live online networking event!

In today's email:

  • Networking outside of your industry. How it’s beneficial.

  • Career Two Truths & A Lie. Can you get it right?

  • Live Networking Event. LAST CHANCE!

  • How to get a raise! Or a promotion.

  • Job search commandments. For college grads.

  • Confidence boost. What to do before an interview.

WHO SAID: "The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle.”

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter.

No. 1 Rookie Networking Mistake

One of the most common mistakes people make when networking online is approaching it solely as a means to promote themselves or their products/services, rather than focusing on building genuine relationships and connections. Here's why this approach can be detrimental:

  1. Neglecting the "social" aspect: Networking is about establishing mutually beneficial relationships. When people solely focus on self-promotion, they overlook the importance of engaging with others, showing genuine interest in their work, and building rapport. This can lead to shallow connections that provide little value in the long run.

  2. Ignoring the power of reciprocity: Networking is a two-way street. It's not just about what you can gain, but also what you can offer. By solely concentrating on self-promotion, you miss opportunities to help others, share valuable insights, or contribute to discussions. Building a reputation as someone who adds value can open doors to more meaningful connections and collaborations.

  3. Lack of personalization: Mass-messaging or sending generic connection requests without personalizing them can come across as impersonal and insincere. It's essential to take the time to understand the person you're reaching out to and tailor your approach accordingly. Show genuine interest in their work, mention specific points of connection, and explain why you believe connecting with them would be mutually beneficial.

  4. Failure to follow up and maintain relationships: Networking is not a one-time event but an ongoing process. It's not enough to make an initial connection; you need to nurture and maintain the relationship over time. Following up with people, engaging in meaningful conversations, and providing support when needed will help strengthen your network and keep the connections alive.

To avoid these mistakes, approach online networking with a mindset of building authentic relationships, adding value to others, and being genuinely interested in their work. By doing so, you'll increase your chances of forging meaningful connections and reaping the benefits of a strong professional network.

Join us for a *live* networking workshop for a FUN & EASY way to improve your networking skills and build connections. Work It DAILY’s CEO and 20+ year career coaching veteran, J.T. O’Donnell, will teach you networking best practices and build your networking confidence!

WHEN: June 27th 12pm EST/ 9am PST

COST: $5 (what a steal)

We recently asked our followers on Instagram about the worst interview experience they’ve ever had. We got some pretty interesting responses. Can you figure out which story below is a lie and which ones are real stories from our followers?

Story #1: “The manager interviewing me dozed off while I was answering his question.”

Story #2: “Owner of the hotel where I wanted to work asked me who I lived with, if I am married, and such.”

Story #3: “In the middle of the interview, the interviewer answered a phone call and proceeded to have a lengthy conversation, completely ignoring my presence.”

Which Story Is The Lie?

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College grads have no bad job search habits.This means they often see positive results after being taught how to conduct their job search.

However, job search for college grads sucks right now. It can be really frustrating at times, but it is important to stay positive.

If you’re a recent grad you’re going to want to read this and if you know a recent grad you’re going to want to share this with them.

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Many people think that networking should strictly stay within their industry or field. They don’t think that people outside of their industry could benefit them.

This close-minded approach is not the best networking strategy. There are actually many benefits of connecting with professionals outside your industry.

Why you might ask…

P.S. Don’t forget about our live networking event that’s happening on June 27th. Details are at the top of the newsletter.

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