With our Accounting Career Fair coming up, I figured this would be a good time to discuss some networking tips. For those of you who are sophomores, it is not too early to start attending these events! Introduce yourself and bring copies of your resume- you would be surprised how many recruiters will remember you later down the road. But for juniors and seniors, it's go time!
DO:
-Dress to impress! Girls- Spend an extra 15 minutes on your hair. Keep your heel height to an inch or two. Wear stockings if you are wearing a suit with a skirt. Boys- Shine those shoes and make that tie knot perfect.
-Make your resume stand out. If possible, go out and buy a pack of resume paper. It shows extra effort which the firms love!
-Research all the firms you plan on visiting before the fair. Have a set plan on what you want to talk about or ask the recruiters.
-Have a strong hand shake and be confident.
-Get a business card and send a follow-up email the next day. Include a specific detail from your conversation to make it easier for him/her to remember you. This shows interest and sets you apart from most of the other applicants who do not take this step.
DON'T:
-Girls- Stay away from perfume; don't wear too much makeup. Boys- if you have an ear piercing, take it out.
-Ask about salary
-Ask questions you should know the answer to (i.e. What does your firm do?)
-Say "um," "uh," or "like." When you feel like you have to say "um" simply PAUSE to collect your thoughts.
Overall, networking can be scary and awkward. I hope that these pointers make you feel more at ease at your next professional event.
Best,
M
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