networking

Networking: A key element to your job search!

Examples of places to Network and Explore....

Toastmasters in Central Florida

Toastmasters is a nonprofit organization that has 250,000 members in 113 countries, and a few thousand in the Orlando area. The value that Toastmasters would provide to job seekers is the opportunity to work on public speaking and leadership. This comes through giving not only prepared speeches but through impromptu speeches, which will help job seekers in the interview process. These skills also prepare job seekers for success on the job. Find Meeting locations near you! Visit http://reports.toastmasters.org/findaclub

A Sample of Places to Get Started on Networking in the Community

  • Professional Job Seeker Networks: Job Fairs
  • Employment Related Seminars and Events.
  • Meetup.com
  • All area chambers
  • Industry groups- SHRM, manufacturers association, etc.
  • Religious groups
  • Local newspaper event pages
  • Offering to Volunteer at Employment/Employer Related Organizations/Groups/Events