Networking

Networking

Why Networking ?

Networking gives you the opportunity to build and sustain mutual relationships with contacts that can help you acquire career information, advice and references. It is also a chance to get to know more about employability and business focused societies that Southampton has to offer. Being involved in these societies greatly enhances your career prospects, looks good on your CV and is very enjoyable. Check out the student groups that will be at the Film Careers event.

Prepare

Know your networking goal – work out who you want to speak to and what you want to learn from the event.

Review the delegate list-how can these contacts be useful to you specifically ? Anticipate relevant questions to ask.

Come prepared: bring a pen and notepads, contact details and CVs.

Principles

Ask open questions.

Ask for information about jobs and society posts.

Consider how you might follow up (e.g. on the phone or by email).