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How can recent immigrants build a professional network?

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Building a professional network is crucial for any career, but it can be especially challenging for recent immigrants who may face cultural, linguistic, and social barriers. However, with some planning, strategy, and persistence, you can overcome these obstacles and connect with people who can help you advance your goals, learn new skills, and find opportunities. In this article, we will share some tips on how you can network effectively as a new immigrant in the context of teamwork.

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Jaafar Bakour

Project Engineer | EA P.Eng | CPM VETASSESS | Civil Engineer | Construction Specialist |
Joshua Thompson

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Saeed Saad Aziz, M.sc, PMP, PE

Quality Control Section Head @ Hassan Allam Construction | Mechanical

1 Identify your target audience

Before you start reaching out to potential contacts, you need to have a clear idea of who you want to connect with and why. Think about your career aspirations, your skills, your interests, and your values. Then, research the industries, organizations, and roles that align with them. You can use online platforms like LinkedIn, Glassdoor, or Indeed to find out more about the profiles, backgrounds, and achievements of people who work in your desired field. You can also look for relevant professional associations, groups, or events that cater to your niche or sector.

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Saeed Saad Aziz, M.sc, PMP, PE

Quality Control Section Head @ Hassan Allam Construction | Mechanical
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-Volnteering - LinkedIn connection, Following, Sharing Ideas, thoughts. - Poll questions increase awareness and involvement in social media platforms. - Cultural exchange and shared interests

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Teesha jain

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Research Tools: Utilize platforms like LinkedIn for its extensive database. Read profiles, testimonials, and recommendations to gather insights about individuals and their roles. Value Proposition: Understand what value you bring to the table. Whether it's your expertise, unique perspective, or collaborative potential, make sure to articulate it clearly. Feedback Loop: After establishing a connection, seek feedback on your approach or any areas of improvement. Maintain Relationships: Networking is not a one-time activity. Regularly engage with your contacts through updates, sharing resources, or offering assistance. Building genuine relationships is key to long-term success.

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Prachi Gupta

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In my experience, the best way to connect is online platform like LinkedIn , Indeed or foundit... and create a strong profile highlighting your skills, experiences, and aspirations. Participate in industry specific groups or forums to connect with professionals in your field. Attend industry seminars, workshops and networking events. These gatherings provide opportunities to meet professionals, recruiters and potential mentors. Request informational interviews with professionals in your field. Ask for advice, learn about their career paths, and seek guidance on job search strategies.

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Rajdeep D.
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Recent immigrants can build a professional network by attending industry events, joining professional associations, and leveraging online platforms like LinkedIn. Actively participating in community activities, volunteering, and informational interviews can also help establish connections. Networking workshops and language classes tailored for professionals offer additional opportunities. Engaging in online forums related to their field and seeking mentorship can enhance visibility. Building genuine relationships through networking events and maintaining a strong online presence will foster connections, providing valuable insights and potential job opportunities.

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Jaafar Bakour

Project Engineer | EA P.Eng | CPM VETASSESS | Civil Engineer | Construction Specialist |
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One effective strategy is to join professional organizations or associations related to their field, as these groups often offer networking events and resources tailored to their industry. Attending networking events such as industry conferences, seminars, or workshops can also provide opportunities to connect with professionals and expand their network.

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2 Craft your personal brand

Once you have identified your target audience, you need to communicate your value proposition to them. This means creating a personal brand that showcases your strengths, skills, and personality. You can do this by updating your resume, cover letter, and online profiles to highlight your relevant experience, education, and achievements. You can also create a portfolio, a website, or a blog to demonstrate your work samples, projects, or insights. Moreover, you can prepare a concise and compelling elevator pitch that summarizes who you are, what you do, and what you offer.

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Jaafar Bakour

Project Engineer | EA P.Eng | CPM VETASSESS | Civil Engineer | Construction Specialist |
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Utilizing social media platforms like LinkedIn can be another valuable tool for connecting with professionals in their field and staying updated on industry news and trends. Volunteering or interning in their field can not only provide valuable experience but also help them expand their network.

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3 Leverage your existing connections

One of the easiest ways to start building your professional network is to tap into your existing connections. These can be your friends, family, classmates, colleagues, mentors, or anyone else who knows you and can vouch for you. You can ask them for introductions, referrals, or recommendations to people who work in your target field or organization. You can also join online or offline communities that cater to immigrants, such as ethnic, cultural, or religious groups, alumni associations, or social clubs. These can help you find people who share your background, interests, or challenges, and who can offer you support, advice, or opportunities.

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Jaafar Bakour

Project Engineer | EA P.Eng | CPM VETASSESS | Civil Engineer | Construction Specialist |
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Participating in language and cultural programs can help recent immigrants integrate into the professional community and expand their network in their new environment. By actively engaging in these activities, recent immigrants can build a strong professional network that can support their career growth and help them succeed in their new country.

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4 Expand your horizons

While leveraging your existing connections is important, you should also seek to expand your horizons and meet new people who can enrich your network. You can do this by attending events, workshops, webinars, or conferences that are related to your field or industry. You can also volunteer for causes or organizations that you care about or that align with your skills. Additionally, you can reach out to people who inspire you or who you admire on social media, email, or phone, and ask them for informational interviews, feedback, or guidance.

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5 Follow up and maintain relationships

Networking is not a one-time event, but a continuous process that requires follow-up and maintenance. After you meet or contact someone, you should send them a thank-you note, express your appreciation, and restate your interest or value. You should also keep in touch with them regularly, by sharing relevant articles, resources, or opportunities, congratulating them on their achievements, or inviting them to other events or activities. Furthermore, you should offer your help, support, or expertise to them whenever possible, and show that you are not only interested in what they can do for you, but also in what you can do for them.

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Joshua Thompson

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Get involved in groups! I recently moved to Romania from the US, and I've found the expat groups on social media to be helpful. They sometimes will host meet-ups, which I admittedly have neglected. But they seem to be helpful to those more involved. This also helps in developing and maintaining relationships... which are essential in establishing a support network.

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6 Be respectful and authentic

Finally, the most important tip for networking as a new immigrant is to be respectful and authentic. Respect the cultural, professional, and personal norms and preferences of the people you interact with, and adapt your communication style accordingly. Avoid making assumptions, stereotypes, or judgments based on your own background or experience. At the same time, be authentic and genuine, and do not pretend to be someone you are not. Share your story, your passion, and your vision, and show your personality and enthusiasm. Networking is not only about exchanging information or opportunities, but also about building trust, rapport, and friendship.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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There is no ideal recipe and probably something different works for everyone, but if I had to write a recipe it would be: - 33% LinkedIn - 33% Attitude - 34% Perseverance

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1 Identify your target audience

2 Craft your personal brand

3 Leverage your existing connections

4 Expand your horizons

5 Follow up and maintain relationships

6 Be respectful and authentic

7 Here’s what else to consider

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1 Identify your target audience

2 Craft your personal brand

3 Leverage your existing connections

4 Expand your horizons

5 Follow up and maintain relationships

6 Be respectful and authentic

7 Here’s what else to consider

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