How does one go about networking?

[davidisgodly]

Sup. I'm looking to make new connections. Basically the only friends I got are the one's in my school, bc I live with them. I don't know enough people outside my university. 
How do I bridge the gap? Graduate school? I want to network to gain a bigger network, and options to call upon people.

Hard enough to find people on facebook, with their names all overlapping each other or not knowing their last names.

Pick up a guitar? Pick up more cultural groups? Be a comedian? 

No, I don't mean add people on facebook I don't know 

 

[the north west]

linked in

informative interviews

networking events

coworkers/past coworkers

alumni

 

[jokey iii]

chatroulette is your best bet

 

[tsx24]

try going outside instead of being on facebook.

 

[bruce waynee]

Just talk to people fam.

 

[davidisgodly]

I'm the friendliest motha flipper out here.
Thanks for the tips. I always hit people up w/ the cordial smile or grin. 

My network inside my uni is pretty strong. But when i step outside into another school. 

 Not a soul I know of. 

 

[clever]

just talk to everybody, and weed them out

also its not just about who you know.. its about who knows you..

what do you have to offer, that will make others offer things to you

 

[maddenfan04]

Honestly theres not much more than putting forth the effort and going out

All you have to be is a likeable guy and your good... and not be an idiot

 

[ill w1lliam]

Add random people on myspace/facebook when you send the request say "just want to network with you." If your looking for employment connections try finding people you know on Linkedin.

 

[southzeztpdot]

Just be friendly to people at work and school. At university people go all around the world and the connections are priceless.

 

[big j 33]

Aren't you the guy who lied about being an intern at Goldman Sachs?

You shouldn't need any help with networking, just make it up and lie.

 

[g to tha t]

Originally Posted by Jokey III

chatroulette is your best bet

 

[davidisgodly]

It's easy to meet people in school. Dinner, clubs, informationals. If you guys need help networking in your own school, hit me up.

I'm trying to extend this to other schools. Because I do meet other people at other schools, it could be better.

 

[diplomat007]

Networking event , sounds like a good idea to me . I might look into that myself , now a days its all about who you know

 

[toast1985]

Best way to network in a social setting is to say that you're networking. Not to be funny, but it is very effective.

 

[db west]

Read a book on it, I'm sure you can learn some good tips.

 

[mf doomer]

Just be formal and focus on what you can offer rather than trying to make friends.

 

[jfmartimcdandruff]

go to a bunch of social events i guess...

 

[big j 33]

Dude really PMed me for my comment

From: davidisgodly
To: Big J 33
On: 05/22/10 15:04 PM
Subject: Hello

STOP TROLLING IN MY THREADS. 

I DIDN'T MAKE A THREAD: I WORK FOR GS. 

YOU DUMMIE.

I don't often say it, but...

you mad.

And don't ever address me again.

 

[the north west]

Originally Posted by DiPlOMaT007

Networking event , sounds like a good idea to me . I might look into that myself , now a days its all about who you know

if you go to networking events make sure the event has some sort of barrier of entry

also make sure you have business cards

 

[papaprem]

Networking isn't a problem. Networking with people who can help you out is what you want. You don't want to just network with anybody who is in the same position as you.

 

[youngmoney]

its not what you know

its who you know

 

[roc4life24]

^ on the opposite you NEED to network with people on the same level/position. as you both rise opportunities should come up for each other.

But dont think business first first, just a firm handshake and good convo. speak up and introduce yourself.

 

[raise the cup]

Have you joined a Fraternity? I know nt looks down upon them, but being in one can a long way.

 

[davidisgodly]

Originally Posted by Raise the Cup

Have you joined a Fraternity? I know nt looks down upon them, but being in one can a long way.

My school does not allow them. No pledging in my university (religious)