Skill Pathway: Career Planning & Job Hunting
Career Readiness Competencies: Career Management, Communication, Digital Literacy
Workshop Description
This workshop addresses one of the key aspects of career planning – networking. Participants attending this workshop will enhance their understanding of the benefits of networking and its different stages. They will also learn how to network effectively through conducting informational interviews, how to develop their own networking strategies, and how to use digital networking tools available on LinkedIn.
Learning Outcomes
(1) Explain the benefits of networking
(2) Identify the stages in a networking timeline
(3) Identify different networking tools and strategies to expand networking opportunities
(4) Enhance LinkedIn profile using tips and tools gained from the workshop
(5) Define the purpose of an Informational Interview
(6) Review sample informational interview questions