Networking
10-22-2013 | 04:02 PM
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Networking
Aside from a few friends at my current company, I don't know many pilots in the industry. Those with whom I am acquainted, I've generally know before I was ever flying at a 121 carrier.
At the risk of sounding like the kid on the playground with no friends, how can I effectively "get out there" and network? From what I've read, job fairs and casual conversations on the jumpseat seem to be the main methods.
In general, I feel that I am pretty outgoing and easy to get along with, but I just haven't met too many people. Who wants to be my friend?
At the risk of sounding like the kid on the playground with no friends, how can I effectively "get out there" and network? From what I've read, job fairs and casual conversations on the jumpseat seem to be the main methods.
In general, I feel that I am pretty outgoing and easy to get along with, but I just haven't met too many people. Who wants to be my friend?
10-22-2013 | 05:39 PM
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10-22-2013 | 09:40 PM
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Hey B, I'll do it for $400 
Sorry Shy... lol
To the OP... how long have you been with the airlines? Most of the contacts I've had throughout the years have been guys that I flew with (from instructing and the regionals) that have eventually moved on to greener pastures. You always keep in touch with them and NEVER EVER burn bridges. It's a small aviation world.
Sorry Shy... lolTo the OP... how long have you been with the airlines? Most of the contacts I've had throughout the years have been guys that I flew with (from instructing and the regionals) that have eventually moved on to greener pastures. You always keep in touch with them and NEVER EVER burn bridges. It's a small aviation world.
10-24-2013 | 02:48 PM
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My best networking tool has been my college's online directory. I was able to search for specific company names and professions. I wrote emails and was honest about asking for help/advice. I got about 60% response rate and of those responses I had some real solid leads that have really helped so far.
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