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drcarriegraham·Mar 04, 2023

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Hello All - I'm curious if anyone has any insight/advice on how best to network for contract jobs ?

Iynna·Mar 05, 2023

I'd approach it the same way you'd approach any job - if you already know what companies you're interested in (but aren't aware of contract jobs there yet), I'd get in touch with someone there, either through warm intros or cold outreach if you aren't connected somehow already. One thing I'd not do is to position it as "I'm looking for a role at your company" but more to learn about the person, the company, the challenges etc and eventually tell about yourself and what's next for you (that's when you'd drop what you've done before and what you want to do next and why specifically contract would makes sense).The other thing is to simply look for those and apply directly!

rachelserwetz·Mar 07, 2023

Hi @drcarriegraham, take a look at the below resources for some tips on how to network:— Video on Top Tips for Networking (https://youtu.be/EhK74zKfiLg)— Blog article on Debunking Your Top Networking Hesitations (https://www.iamwoken.com/post/nervous-to-start-networking-debunking-your-top-networking-hesitations)— Blog article covering top tips on how to meet people and network as an introvert (https://www.lifehack.org/925730/networking-for-introverts)PS, I’m Rachel, a Career Coach. I’d be happy to discuss this further if you want to hop on a call -- check my profile for how to book time with me. I’m here to help! Talk soon!