Job Networking and Job Search for Job seekers.

Job Networking is the best way to find a job.Growing a network takes time so you build it before you need it.
Spend at least 20 minutes per day actively reinforcing your brand and growing your network through the steps listed below.
Grow your network online and off
Here ask the question“what can you do for me?” but rather “what can I do for you?” The more you give to your network, the more you can gain from it.
1. Get an email address that’s easy to remember
A good format is firstname.lastname@gmail.com (or Yahoo.com, Outlook.com, etc.).
2. Prepare an elevator statement
In 30 seconds you should be able to describe who you are and which problems your expertise can solve. Practice until it comes naturally.
3. An impressive web profile
A recommendation-filled LinkedIn profile also impresses by showcasing your accomplishments. LinkedIn will also give you a short, easy to remember vanity url to put in your email signature.
4. Active on LinkedIn Groups
In particular be in popular local Groups related to your profession, responding to questions and drawing other LinkedIn users to notice you.
5.Business social networks
Besides LinkedIn, there are other networks like Xing and Viadeo. Use the one that is most popular in your local industry.
6.Industry-specific social networks
In many cases, there are business social networks created on the Ning platform. Use Ning’s search to find relevant networks or start a Ning network yourself.
7.Blogging about your talents
Blogging is a way not only to grow your network but also to show off your expertise while helping others, but also to attract job offers.
8.Industry blogs
Big or small, subscribe and comment on them so that their bloggers discover and interact with you, especially if you have your own blog too.
9. Participate in industry discussion forums and mailing lists
Become the expert that people want to hear from on the topics you specialize in.
10.Professional associations
Every market has a group of people who are creating the standards and organizing member professionals. Being part of such groups can net you recognition from across the industry.
11.Attending industry conferences
Make time to meet people and exchange ideas. Conferences are also a great time to meet people face-to-face after having met online.
12. Volunteer
Meeting new people is one of the best reasons why job seekers should volunteer. If there aren’t many opportunities locally through e.g.NGOs, find them online.
13. Find a mentor
Look for people who have achieved your goals and can help you achieve similar success.
14. Email friends and family
Get help from people who want to help you by default. Ask them to put you in contact with anyone that can help your job search.
15. Talk to people you see regularly
Neighbours, taxi drivers wherever possible cast your net as wide as possible.
16. Join alumni
Placing alumni in jobs is usually a major goal of university / college alumni networks.
17. Send updates to your contacts
If they don’t hear from you, they’ll just assume you found a job, so remind people in your network from time to time.
18. Thank you notes
Always take the time necessary to appreciate the people in your network.