Take a Closer Look 9.1 ENLIST YOUR NETWORK\'S SUPPORT During your initial contac

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Take a Closer Look 9.1 ENLIST YOUR NETWORK'S SUPPORT During your initial contact with those in your network, let them know in exact terms what you believe their role is. Choose your words thoughtfully. Your statement should cover four issues: 1. The fact that you are looking for a job: T'll be graduating in June and I'm starting to look for a job. Tve decided to make some changes and my career is one of the things I'm thinking of changing "I'm eager for a chance to do something that's related to my major so I'm looking for a new job" 2. Why the person might be in a position to help: "You work in the field I'm interested in and probably hear about things before anyone else enjoyed working with you at the plant and thought you might know what's happening in the field. "You were a big help to me before and I am hoping that you might be in a position to heip me out again. 3. What skills you bring to the job: have a good background in business with special skills in the use of Excel and Access." "I've written ad copy for a number of local firms and have some experience in public relations. 4. What the person can do for you: Can I use your name as a reference?" Have you heard of any jobs that might be available in this area? Do you know someone spe- cific I could contact about a job? Could I use your name when I contact that person?" Use the following space to develop your own statement that tells the person in your network what he could do to give you a boost into your career.

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"Selling yourself in the job market"

That can be done with the help of people in your network.

Proper statement would be:

Hi, I am looking for a right opportunity to explore my abilities and give me more knowledge in the field work. Could you please help me float my Resume in the market? Can you refer me to relevant person?

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