Question

Networking and Mentoring

Consider the quote, “It is not what you know, it’s who you know”. First, discuss what this means to you; and then, discuss what this means from an organizational perspective

Answer 1

• Knowing the right kind of people,helps all of us in our lives.Even the smallest of help we need,like finding good furniture for your house,one tend's to ask people,who have experienced it and who know the right shops to get it from to finding a correct job for yourself.Talking and meeting with people is a very important part of our social wellbeing which eventually works for our future as well.
• You can improve your job search by using a networking strategy. Networking means talking with many people to learn about job openings faster. It involves telling people about the kind of work you want to do, and about the past experiences you have had. It also means asking people about their work and employers, and requesting the names of other people who might be willing to offer information as well. This process lets you gather information and eventually provides you with opportunities to speak with prospective employers.
• The saying, "It is not what you know, it's who you know," is the basis for a networking strategy. When you are identifying your networks, include everyone you can think of, not just people who can hire you.
• Start by making a list of everyone you know including: family, friends, neighbors, counselors, past and present teachers, past and present co-workers, and employers.
• The most important thing is to come up with a list of people who know you well enough for you to have a conversation with them. These people are probably going to be willing to give you suggestions for your job search. This first group of people may simply introduce you to others, or they may offer specific help.
• Once you have identified your network, the next step is to let the people on that list know that you are doing a job search and tell them the type of job you are seeking. These people may be able to give you useful information on a specific job, a company. They may also introduce you to other contacts.