Qu'est-ce que Professional networking ?
Definition
Professional networking is the art of creating, developing and maintaining professional contacts — at events (conferences, trade shows, after-works), online (LinkedIn) or through professional associations.
In practice
Networking is essential to access the hidden job market and benefit from employee referral. The golden rule: give before you receive. Share useful information, recommend contacts and offer help before asking for opportunities. In Belgium, sector associations and business clubs are prime networking venues.
Key takeaway
A network is built over time and outside periods of job searching. Start networking before you need it.
Définitions connexes
Personal branding
The strategy of building and managing your professional image online and offline to stand out in the job market.
Employee referral
A programme in which employees recommend candidates from their network in exchange for a bonus if the candidate is hired.
Hidden job market
All positions filled without a published job posting, through networks, referrals or unsolicited applications.
Social Selling
Strategy that uses social media to build relationships with potential candidates before actively approaching them for a position.