What are the best networking strategies when changing careers?

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Changing careers can be both exciting and challenging, especially when it comes to building new professional relationships. Networking is a crucial skill that can help you explore new opportunities, learn from others, and gain credibility in your new field. However, networking effectively when switching careers requires some specific strategies and tactics. Here are some of the best networking tips when changing careers that can help you make a smooth and successful transition.

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1 Identify your goals

Before you start reaching out to potential contacts, you need to have a clear idea of what you want to achieve with your networking efforts. Do you want to learn more about a specific industry, role, or company? Do you want to find mentors, collaborators, or referrals? Do you want to showcase your skills, experience, or portfolio? Having a clear and specific goal will help you target your networking activities, craft your message, and measure your progress.

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Dr. Prasanth Nair

Ph.D. in Management ? Agile & Strategic HR Leader ? Global Talent Acquisition ? Performance & Retention Management ? HR Transformation ? Training & Development
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Many career changes struggle to swim smoothly in your new professional ocean, network strategically. First, plan your course and set clear goals. Which industry speaks to you, what role excites you, that clarity guides you. Next, search alumni networks, professional associations and past colleagues. Online communities are powerful—LinkedIn groups for your field are full of connections. Not only what you know, but who you know. Attend industry events, volunteer and do informational interviews. Be a sponge, absorb advice and build bridges everywhere. Remember to share your knowledge, link others in your network and develop genuine relationships. Your dream career awaits with open arms and plenty of possibilities.

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2 Research your target network

Once you have defined your goal, you need to identify who can help you achieve it. Research your target network by using online platforms, such as LinkedIn, industry forums, or alumni groups, to find people who work in your desired field, role, or company. Look for common interests, values, or backgrounds that can help you establish rapport and trust. Also, look for potential connectors, such as mutual contacts, influencers, or event organizers, who can introduce you to other relevant people.

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3 Reach out with value

When you contact someone for the first time, you need to make a good impression and show that you are not just asking for a favor, but offering something of value. Whether you are sending an email, a LinkedIn message, or a cold call, you need to be respectful, concise, and personalized. Explain who you are, why you are reaching out, and what you can offer or contribute to the conversation. For example, you can share a relevant insight, resource, or feedback, or offer to help with a project or problem.

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4 Build relationships

Networking is not a one-time transaction, but a long-term process of building relationships. After you initiate contact, you need to follow up and keep in touch with your network. You can do this by expressing gratitude, providing updates, asking questions, sharing information, or inviting them to events. The key is to be genuine, consistent, and respectful, and to avoid being pushy, needy, or spammy. You want to show that you are interested in them as a person, not just as a means to an end.

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5 Showcase your skills

One of the challenges of changing careers is to prove that you have the skills and experience that match your new field. Networking can help you showcase your skills and demonstrate your value to potential employers, clients, or partners. You can do this by creating and sharing relevant content, such as blog posts, podcasts, or videos, that highlight your expertise, insights, or projects. You can also participate in online discussions, webinars, or workshops, where you can showcase your knowledge, ask questions, or provide answers.

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6 Seek feedback

Networking can also help you improve your skills and performance by seeking feedback from your contacts. Feedback can help you identify your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, and guide you to make better decisions and actions. You can seek feedback by asking for advice, suggestions, or recommendations from your network, or by joining online communities, groups, or forums, where you can exchange ideas, opinions, or experiences. Be open-minded, curious, and appreciative of the feedback you receive, and use it to grow and improve.

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John Payton

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You need to see what's out there and where your transferable skills are a good fit. From a networking perspective, your meetings will be informational. During my transition, here's how I framed it: "Hi (networking target). I am in job transition and putting together my search. You company (or role) looks and interesting, I'd love to buy you a cup of coffee and pick your brain about your experience." Your job here is to be inquisitive and just soak up the information. This will either open new paths to pursue or confirm a path is not right for you. If it is a path to pursue, you will now have a solid contact in that path.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

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Subhadip Banik

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I think while we are talking about any kind of networking it is also very important to consider not to reach out too soon. Several times I have seen people connecting on LinkedIn and as immediately you accept they will message you about why they connected. They would have never interacted with you before, in any way and most probably never will again in case you do not respond to their ask in a positives way. This shows that the person is doing it for a very selfish reason no matter how they frame try it frame it as trying to solve a problem for me. So it is very important to build your networks as relationships from before hand and not just when you need it.

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