How To Use Networking To Find A Job In Kenya

By Michelle Wanjiku
Networking as a job hunting tool is very important. However, just having these networks will not help you get a job. It is how you use the networks you have that determines whether or not you get a job.
Sadly, most people don’t know how to use the networks they have to land their dream jobs. In this article, check out some simple tips on how you can use your networks in order to get a job in Kenya.

The Best Way To Network For A Job

1. Conduct a self-assessment
Before you can use your networks to find jobs you need to conduct an honest review of all your strengths and weaknesses. You need to make some decisions such as the types of jobs you want and the types of companies and industries that interest you.
In order for you to use your networks to get your dream job then you need to know what it is and what it takes to get there so you can start working towards that.
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2. Prepare a strong CV
As much as networks get you in the door, when it comes to finding a job, you need a good CV to seal the deal. This means that you need to put in a lot of effort when writing your CV to ensure that it shows all your skills and qualifications in a great way.
You need to ensure that your CV is not only well done but it is also mistake free in order to ensure that you better your chances of getting the job after you are recommended by your networks.
You can also get your CV and Cover Letter professionally done in order to ensure that it portrays you as a strong candidate for whatever position you apply for.
3. Communicate with your networks
Networking does not end after you have met a few people at an event. You need to continuously keep in touch with all these people in order to build a relationship with them.
Just because you have people in your network doesn’t mean that they will automatically recommend you for positions.
You need to keep in touch with them. This way, you stay on their minds and when an opportunity comes up that could be perfect for you, they will remember to recommend you.
4. Keep your networks updated
It’s very important to follow up with all your networks, to say thank you or to inform them of any significant career changes. You should never take them for granted. This means that when someone recommends you for a position always thank them even if you dint get the job. This will ensure that they remember you the next time another opportunity comes up.
You also don’t want to miss out on an opportunity because you failed to update your networks on changes to your qualifications or something similar.
5. Don’t forget your networks
Another very important thing to remember is you should never forget someone after you get a job. Take for example someone recommended you for a job and you ended up being hired, you should not cut all communication with this person.
You never know when you might need this person again and they will be more willing to help you next time when they see that you are appreciative of their efforts.
In Conclusion,
Networks are important because a majority of the time it is candidates who are recommended that qualify for position that get hired.
And in case you are wondering how to begin networking, you can attend networking events, become active on professional sites such as LinkedIn among other things that will help you get professional networks that will be good for you.