Don't Forget Your School

If you are looking for a source of candidates or a source of job leads...DON'T FORGET YOUR SCHOOL!

Social media has allowed for all of us to have an easier way to network with alumni and friends from college and even high school. Take advantage of it. Join the school's alumni group. Post discussions and job leads, or ask for help finding a job. I've found if I mention I'm an alum I usually get calls and emails returned faster than when I don't.

The career services department might or might not be an active part of a student's job search, but they will appreciate any job leads you send them. They can also make arrangements for you to interview on campus or participate in any of their hiring events.

Staying involved in some small way makes finding candidates and jobs easier because when you have a chance to talk to someone as a candidate or about a job it gives you a common bond. Makes a cold call a "warm" call and establishes rapport faster and helps open doors to future communication.
Thank you!
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