Networking tools (Web)
09-05-2009, 03:57 AM
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Networking tools (Web)
Hey,
I was wondering what folks thought about using the social networking sites like Twitter or Facebook. Are these actually effective for professional pursuits? Not an issue for me right now, but things change very quickly. Anyone use these sites, and if so, how do you separate your personal stuff from the professional?
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I was wondering what folks thought about using the social networking sites like Twitter or Facebook. Are these actually effective for professional pursuits? Not an issue for me right now, but things change very quickly. Anyone use these sites, and if so, how do you separate your personal stuff from the professional?
Z
09-05-2009, 04:36 AM
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Facebook and twitter seem to be mostly social/unprofessional sites making it hard to separate business and life. Currently, linkedin is a good sit for networking. Although, you're right in the fact that it doesn't much matter right now.
09-05-2009, 05:09 AM
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I don't know, I use facebook for networking as well. It tends to work best for people I've met in real life, and just use facebook to keep in touch with them- however, recently, I have been trying to establish new contacts as well. A lot of airlines have groups on facebook that you can join as well.
09-06-2009, 10:54 AM
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I think some people misunderstand the term “networking”. Networking is building alliances. It’s not contacting everyone you know when you are looking for a new job and asking if they know of any job openings, not that there is anything wrong with that. Networking isn’t making cold calls to people you don’t know and asking them if they have any jobs. You are probably networking on a daily basis, without even realizing it. You are networking by posting and making contacts on this message board, when you strike up a conversation with someone at an FBO, attending an ALPA meeting or an NBAA show, etc.
But back to your original question, about using the web for networking opportunities. The Internet can be a great way to begin those casual relationships and turn them into networking opportunities. Web sites such as Facebook, MySpace, LinkedIn, APC, etc. can be a great networking tool. These web sites usually have discussion groups and community forums covering hundreds of subjects and you can use these sites to “break the ice” before meeting in person. I also use Facebook and LinkedIn to find old flight students I had years ago, former co-workers, classmates, business associates, etc.
We all know that networking and making contacts is important, especially in aviation! And since we are on the topic of networking, one thing I’d like to point out is that staying organized is a big part! Keep a record of your networking. Whether you do this in a notebook, or in a database file on your computer, it's important to keep track of your contacts. Personally, I use www.flexlists.com, and online database with all my contacts that I can access anywhere at anytime. Also, I recommend the book “Job Hunting for Pilots: Networking your way to a flying job” by Greg Brown.
But back to your original question, about using the web for networking opportunities. The Internet can be a great way to begin those casual relationships and turn them into networking opportunities. Web sites such as Facebook, MySpace, LinkedIn, APC, etc. can be a great networking tool. These web sites usually have discussion groups and community forums covering hundreds of subjects and you can use these sites to “break the ice” before meeting in person. I also use Facebook and LinkedIn to find old flight students I had years ago, former co-workers, classmates, business associates, etc.
We all know that networking and making contacts is important, especially in aviation! And since we are on the topic of networking, one thing I’d like to point out is that staying organized is a big part! Keep a record of your networking. Whether you do this in a notebook, or in a database file on your computer, it's important to keep track of your contacts. Personally, I use www.flexlists.com, and online database with all my contacts that I can access anywhere at anytime. Also, I recommend the book “Job Hunting for Pilots: Networking your way to a flying job” by Greg Brown.
09-15-2009, 12:07 PM
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Edznaz, funny you should ask this question. I'm doing my military to career transition workshop this week and the instructor (from the Department of Labor) said that you could use Facebook or MySpace to professionally network but that often times personal information that you don't want a prospective employer to findout leaks onto the page.
Other sites to try are:
LinkedIn | Relationships Matter
Ryze business networking
I just learned about them today so can't speak to their aviation or piloting benefits, just putting them out there.
Other sites to try are:
LinkedIn | Relationships Matter
Ryze business networking
I just learned about them today so can't speak to their aviation or piloting benefits, just putting them out there.
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