Here's how you can strengthen your professional network through volunteering.

Escolha de dentro para fora! A escolha do seu voluntariado, para ser uma boa escolha, deve partir do seu cora??o e n?o de press?es alheias ou do que você acha que faz sentido para sua carreira. Dito isso, ignore o que está escrito ao lado nesse artigo pela IA, pois o que importa mesmo é o que você de fato é apaixonado e quer fazer !

For instance If you are a university student and pursuing a degree in Human Resource Management, volunteering for a university society focused on HR, such as Human Resource Students Society in faculty of management. This ensures you’re surrounded by like-minded individuals and potential industry contacts.

Volunteering can be an excellent way to strengthen your professional network and build valuable relationships. 1. Seek Volunteer Opportunities that Aligns with Your Career Goals: You know what they say about knowing and focusing on your niche.. Participating in volunteering activities that aligns with your professional interests and goals can help you meet individuals who share those interests and may be able to provide valuable advice and insights. 2. Develop and Maintain Relationships: It's not just about the "selfie and snaps"??. Make an effort to network with fellow volunteers and industry professionals you meet through volunteering. Stay in touch, seek their advice, ask questions and keep them informed of your career progress.

Most volunteers think that joining a society or club and attending regular meetings as volunteering but it's not actually volunteers do Don’t just attend meetings , actively participate in organizing events, workshops, or seminars. For instance, if your society is hosting a career fair, take on a leadership role in its planning and execution. This visibility helps you stand out to peers and visiting professionals.

For me, Networking is crucial. A hack I've found is to utilise a passion, and meet people with that passion. I play darts in a local league, I've had my car maintained by a mechanic I met through darts, I was taught to drive by an instructor I met through darts, and so forth.

At society events, make it a point to introduce yourself to guest speakers, alumni, and industry professionals. Prepare a few talking points or questions in advance. For example, if a guest speaker is from a leading HR firm, ask about their career path and advice for students entering the field.

After meeting someone at an event, send a personalized LinkedIn connection request, mentioning where you met and something specific from your conversation. For example, “It was great meeting you at the HR Society seminar. I found your insights on employee engagement particularly valuable and would love to stay connected.”

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Look for opportunities to cross-collaborate with other societies or external organizations. If your university’s HR Society can collaborate with the Entrepreneurship Club for a joint event, it widens your network and exposes you to diverse perspectives. By strategically volunteering and actively engaging in university societies and projects, you not only gain valuable experience but also build a robust professional network that can support your career aspirations.