#JobSearch #Networking #CareerAdvice
Have you ever felt frustrated by the fact that so many job opportunities seem to be based on who you know rather than what you know? 🤔 It can be disheartening to put in all the hard work to earn a degree, only to struggle to land a job because you don’t have the right connections.
I totally relate to that feeling. I was in the same boat after college, applying to countless positions and hearing crickets in response. It can really make you question your worth and abilities.
But here’s the thing – networking is a crucial part of the job search process. It’s not necessarily about “hitting it off” with someone, but rather about building relationships and showcasing your skills and experience.
Here are a few tips that might help:
– Attend networking events or join industry-specific groups to connect with professionals in your field.
– Utilize social media platforms like LinkedIn to showcase your skills and connect with potential employers.
– Don’t be afraid to reach out to alumni or other connections for advice or job leads.
Ultimately, it’s about finding a balance between your qualifications and your network. Keep pushing forward and don’t give up – the right opportunity will come your way! 💪🏼 #KeepGoing
Idk it’s kinda hard to turn down an old family friend or a relative. It’s easier to turn down the applicant you don’t know personally
When hiring people you don’t know it’s always a risk that they won’t be up to par. Even if they interview well and have a good resume it’s still a risk. However if I’m interviewing someone I’ve already worked with in the past I have first knowledge of their work ethic and abilities.
You have just discovered one of the Facts of life. Keep going you will be better for it
Don’t feel like a loser because you were assisted in getting a job. Anyone who is successful has at one point received helped by someone else in one way or another. CEOs get hired because they worked with someone at another firm. People get promoted because they worked with someone else at a prior firm.
It’s just how the world works. Connections are important. Very rarely will you ever do anything all by yourself. Take advantage of your resources and dont feel shame for utilizing them.
Not always but ~~croynism~~ networking does beat just blindly submitting online apps.
If people i trust speak highly of someone, I’ll 100% choose them over a random candidate who has the same skills as anyone else.
There is a path where it’s merit. It’s internships. You are top student in your degree, you apply, they pick the highest performing and did well on interview. Then earn every promotion you get. Improving yourself along the way getting masters and certificates. Get more reasponsibilty as you go along. Earning your network by doing good work. Not on family or friends.
Employment is so much more than skill. It can also be largely cultural. If someone refers you then the employer can probably safely assume that you are a good cultural fit as well.
You are correct that networking is an important part of career building. There are many qualified people out there, so people naturally gravitate towards someone they have a connection to. Even if you don’t like it, it will pay off to network intentionally.
My last two jobs are from linkedin, zero connections with anyone. Just cold application. Economy sucks right now.
The people I know are the network of people I’ve worked with the past. They’re familiar with my skills, work ethic and attitude.
Would you rather take a chance on a stranger or someone you know and have proven you can work with?
This network expands out into people my people know.
Do a good job, be reliable, hard working, fun to work with, and eventually you’ll have that network too.
This is just the way it is. People tend to take care of their friends. Just as we are not all born equal.
Referrals aren’t even working anymore; I’m convinced you basically have to be best buddies with the hiring manager or something.
Really tired of this stuff too.
Whoever has told you that, haven’t worked in an environment where everyone was hired based on merit. Imagine getting into one such environments purely based on “who you know” and having no clue of what’s going on. What’s next? You become a part of the problem or the problem itself. Imagine the friction and the slowdown you’d cause because of your lack of knowledge, skills and overall understanding of how stuff work. Jobs are always based on what you know, unfortunately hiring in some cases is done based on who you know. Ever encountered that guy at work who makes you think” how the fuck did this guy got in here?”. That’s your “who you know” guy. Don’t be that guy.
Would you rather hire someone you know and like who has the skills, or an absolute stranger who has the skills?
Skilled people are everywhere, and at a lot of places look for only a base level of skill and then prioritise culture fit. Extra skills can be taught, you can’t teach a cunt to be likeable.
Welcome to the real world.
Because your coworkers will have work with you for about 8 hours per day until either you or they retire. Your coworkers want you to be cool and someone they can get along with.
I was blown away when my friend who works in a lab told she got her brother with no experience a job working with potentially dangerous chemicals. She went to school for a job and was able to get her inexperienced brother one in the same lab. If I lived close enough, she’d be able to get me one too, someone who has only ever worked retail.
Nowadays I can’t find work ANYWHERE and its not because I’m unqualified. I just don’t know enough people apparently.
Next thing you’re going to figure out is the people who get the raises, promotions, best jobs etc. Aren’t the hardest working or most competent but the ones with the best social skills that everyone likes.
This is why you shouldn’t home school your kids.
When I was young, I was so obsessed about my grades. I neglected socializing with others because of anxiety from some fucked up experiences. Now I realize as an adult that your ability to connect with others is probably more important to your career than your ability to be good at school. It was the opposite of what my parents taught me.
To give a truthful answer, because there is often more to a job then just knowing the right buttons to push. It requires being part of a team and knowing their commitment level and work ethic. That is why companies prefer to promote from within. They know the quality of person they are getting and can teach them then job. It is preferable to hiring someone who looks good on paper but turns out to be a toxic mf.
This may be the world worked in the 1950s. But not now.
What is your field of study? Have you considered internships? Or apprenticeships? Do you have a mentor? Have you worked with your college career center or local job center?
Even 20 years ago when I graduated, there was no way I was going to get a job straight out of college just based on my degree. I had to start out in an entry level customer facing position to even get a foot in the door.
Once I was there, by going above and beyond my role, I was able to prove my worth and start to build my reputation. Even then, I struggled to advance until I did consulting for a while.
Education and certs check qualification boxes. But, networking creates opportunities.
Because relationships matter. Who would you rather work with; a stranger or a friend.
I’m not sure what you studied. However, the job market is extremely competitive in so many industries. While a person’s academic background is extremely important for a lot of jobs, their social skills can be equally important (“book smart” and “street smart”).
Someone could be one of the most gifted minds in the world. However, if that person doesn’t leave a good impression in interviews, they’re not going to get hired for those positions.
Have you asked people you personally know why they don’t think you’re being hired in the jobs related to your degree? If you’re not comfortable asking people you know, have you contacted your college’s career center? They can help former students with everything from job searching, to improving resumes, to conducting mock interviews, and more.
I’ve never gotten a job from knowing people. Only by applying.
Guess I must be a horrible person.
Life is like this. You never really leave high school.
Why do you check reviews before buying something important/expensive?
Risk management. You have something to lose, so you want to have a trusted voice reaffirm that you can TRUST something. Either someone whose opinion you respect, or the voice of many unknowns.
And this happens because it’s a bad idea to just blindly trust anyone who has something to win by taking something from you.