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Project Matching |
| Message Name: |
Networking hints |
| Date Posted: |
03/17/2006 |
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Wow, didn't think that was possible. I thought it would be streamlined through your HR rep. I guess that's why networking is one of the big parts of orientation.
But, then again. If you're working at some client's place, how can you build and grow your ACC network ? |
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"If you're working at some client's place, how can you build and grow your ACC network ?"
First: it's not ACC, it's ACN. Attention to basic details is necessary for success whatever you do.
Networking isn't just face-to-face although it helps of course. Make use of e.g. Fridays at the office - walk around, introduce yourself and find out what people do. Attend all meetings and social functions. Volunteer for internal tasks nobody wants - organize e.g. a Christmas party.
If you're only focused on your immediate tasks and don't look beyond, you won't get anywhere. Become a member of an interest group, be a subject matter expert, use the phone and emails to keep in touch.
If you have a specific job- or client-related question and your supervisor doesn't know the answer - either he or somebody else in your team will know who to contact - another node in your network. The guy may even be in a different country - but you get a response and have a name to refer to.
I've been in contact with people from all over the world who I hardly ever saw - and we did massive things together.
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