Tips for Effective Networking

Guidelines for getting the most from the Husky Career Network.

Do:

• Narrow your search based on your background and goals.
• Do some advance preparation about the contacts that interest you and their organizations.
• Proofread all email messages, notes and letters.
• Be sensitive to the schedule and time constraints of the contacts.
• Offer specific information about your background, strengths and goals.
• Accept what each contact has (and wants) to offer. It’s more valuable than you know!
• Ask for referrals to others who might be of further assistance to you.
• Follow-up to thank your contact.

Don't:

• Ask a contact for a job or internship.
• Rush to put together a resume.
• Expect a contact to critique your resume.
• Expect a contact to have a long conversation or ongoing relationship with you.

Questions? E-mail us at accmail@u.washington.edu.

Husky Career Network is presented by the UW Alumni Association and its campus partners. Its sole purpose is for Network contacts to assist UW students and UWAA members with career exploration. Our privacy policy prohibits use of the Network for commercial, political or solicitation purposes.