TUTORIAL 7 | networking T01 & T07 TA: CELIA BEKETA
TUTORIAL 7 | networking
T01 & T07TA: CELIA BEKETA
agenda
• skills matrix debrief
• informational interview
• networking
• action items
where are we at?
Week 9 Week 13Week 10 Week 12
• tutorial: event networking/ informational interview
• resume and cover letter due(nov 1st 2PM)
• networking event (nov3rd 6-8PM)
• lecture: interview prep
• tutorial: interview questions
• interview stream due nov. 25th 11:59 pm
Week 11
• lecture: informational interview
• networking reflection due(nov 8th 11:59PM)
• lecture: when you’ve got the job!
• interviews (Nov. 28th – Dec. 1st)
• informational interview (dec 9th 11:59 pm)
your skills matrix
grade and feedback
turnitin
on
where does networking happen?
chance meetings
facilitated events
via direct request
why we network
• get your foot in the door (faster)
• gain insight about a company, industry, or career path
• practice your interview and networking skills
• find a potential mentor
• show them who you are beyond your resume and cover letter
the informational interview assignment
• contact details (name, company, title, phone, email)
• list of questions asked
• major insights gained – what did you learn during your informational interview? **This is the most important part, should be 40% of final paper**
• did you request/receive any information regarding additional connections?
• follow up action – What will you do to maintain this connection? *Screen shot of thank you email required
• what are your next steps having conducted this information interview? 20%
the informational interview assignment
• Due Friday, December 9th
• Minimum of two pages
• In-person and NOT a current UBC student/staff/faculty or family member
• Look at potential questions on the course blog
20%
how to land an informational
interview
steps to land an informational interview
1. Find 4 or 5 potential contacts
2. Research them (google, linkedin) and reach out to contacts you have in common
3. Decide what you want to talk to them about and brainstorm questions and points of commonality
4. Send out your invites! Don’t be offended if they don’t immediately reply
informational interview timeline
Week 9 Week 13Week 10 Week 12
• Determine potential informational interview candidates
• Compose and send first round email
• Have interview date/time confirmed
• Brainstorm questions for interview
Week 11
• Compose and send second round email
• informational interview assignment due (dec. 9th 11:59PM)
sample info interview request
sample info interview follow-up
this stuff works!!!
networking round II
story time:a networking success
story
once upon a time, celia was at a networking event…
once upon a time, celia was at a networking event…
(old friend)
Hey, girl!
Hey, girl! What are you up to these days?
oh, you know, cool stuff in san fran. how about you?
sweet! oh you know, just looking for summer internships.
oh nice! you’re into social/ environmental impact right?
sure am!
right. oh hey! do you know jason?
jason s.? I think I’ve heard of him but don’t know him well.
oh he’s working for this super cool social finance company I think. you should totally reach out on
linkedin and tell him I referred you.
Wow, that’d be awesome, thanks! I’ll definitely reach out!
hey no worries! anything to help a sista out.
the next day, celia goes to look this fellow up on linkedin…
the next day, celia goes to look this fellow up on linkedin…
omg
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obviously, celia shoots this guy a message and request to connect on linkedin
he connects! success! now what?
coffee happens
did you know we’re hiring summer interns?
say what??
yeah. we’re only looking for co-op students though.
damn. I’m not in co-op.
I’ll see what I can do.
omg
omg omg
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a few days go by…
omg
the interview happens.
networking: it works
another success story: keeping up with contacts
afterwards:
• Received part-time summer and fall work
• still super well-connected to christie
comm 202 networking event
(you, rocking it at the networking event)
the comm 202 networking event
• SAVE THE DATE!
• Thursday, November 3rd from 6:00pm-8:00pm @ CPA Hall
• Alumni, senior students, and local professionals convening for an evening of networking with this semester’s COMM 202 students
• Excellent opportunity to practice and refine your networking skills and learn more about how to make the most of your time at Sauder!
networking event reflection
• Your goals in attending the event (what was your purpose in going, define SMART goals beforehand)
• How you researched the contacts before the event?
• What was it about these people that motivated you wanting to talk to them?
• A brief summary of who you spoke with and what you learned in the conversations
• A reflection on the lessons you have learned about the networking process
• Next steps you will take to continue building a relationship with your new contact (if you plan to)
10%
due nov. 8, 11:59 pm
how to succeed
web to web eye colour comfy shoes
smile!name tag on right
addressing the room
• Look for singles or doubles!
• You want to be memorable - the less people in your circle the easier that becomes!
the approach
• don’t interrupt – when joining a networking circle, wait for a lull in the conversation
• never have food and a drink, you need a free hand to shake!
• go with a wingman, but not a Siamese twin
keep it simple
• just simply say hi!• Hi, my name’s celia. • Hi celia, it’s nice to meet you. My name’s Andy.
• show you’re interested in talking to them• Hi Andy it’s great to meet you as well. I was actually hoping to chat with you this evening as I noticed on
your LinkedIn profile that you…and I would love to hear more about your experience.
• start the conversation. ask a question / have them talk about themselves / stay positive• Do you have any advice for students…looking to make the most of their time at Sauder? …looking for a
career in your field?
continuing the conversation
• be careful not to monopolize peoples’ time
• listen for facts, feelings, free information and implied statements
• introduce others, tying them into the conversation
• identify commonalities
• ask open ended questions
listen
the graceful exit
• spend 5 to 10 minutes with one person; wait for a lull
• excuse yourself kindly and assertively:• “It was nice to meet you”• “I’m glad you were here today. It’s been great chatting with you. Thanks so much.”• “I don’t want to monopolize all your time today. Thank you for taking time to speak with me and I
hope you enjoy the rest of the event.”
• shake hands and exchange cards or ask to connect (if the conversation was meaningful)
Hi andy,
It was so great to get the chance to speak with you at last night’s networking event. I was really inspired by what you said about “building your personal brand”, and I am looking forward to putting your advice into practice.
I would love to continue our conversation about your experience at KPMG. I understand that you are very busy, but it would be great to meet for about 20 minutes. Would you be available to meet on Monday or Tuesday next week? Coffee is on me!
Thank you,
celia
follow-up
after great conversations, send a personalized email or LinkedIn request (or maybe an informational interview request?)
what does it look like?
comm 202 networking event pet peeves
• asking questions and not listening to the answer
• asking rapid-fire questions so no one else can speak
• when a person’s outfit is distractingly unprofessional
• when students only talk about their option choices or career path!• try connecting over a common interest beyond work and school
comm 202 networking event pro tips
• eat dinner beforehand
• do some research on the delegates, but don’t get consumed in stalking every LinkedIn profile
• dress classy and comfortably
• have a few interesting questions / topics to chat about ready to go. how do you want to be remembered?
• when all else fails, find a 202 TA and we’ll help you join a circle
• head to an area that is less packed
• manage your energy – take a breather if you need it
action items
1. Resume & Cover Letter due tUesday November 1st@ 2PM on TURNITIN
2. Networking event on november 3rd 6-8pm!
3. Networking Reflection due Nov. 8th@ 11:59PM on Turnitin
4. Next week is lecture!