GO! Network St. Louis: Connections & Connectors, Developing Relationships through Networking with Karen Hoffman, Tuesday November 8, 2011

Did you know – In a classic study conducted by sociologist Mark Granovetter entitled “Getting a Job”, it was discovered that:

56% of those surveyed found their current job through a personal connection
19% used what we consider traditional job-searching routes, like newspaper job listings and executive recruiters
10% applied directly to an employer and obtained a job

This study has become the seminal work in its field, and its findings have been confirmed over and over again…so what does that mean to you?

Now more than ever before, you need to connect to others to find your perfect job. Knowing about a position before it’s posted and having a supporter already inside the organization is key to landing your dream job. So, how do you make these important connections?

On November 8, join Karen Hoffman, Dream Champion and founder of City of Experts, as she shares ideas and information on how you can become a better connector, find other connectors, and experience fulfillment by helping others on your journey to your next job/career.

Karen will discuss the connector’s mindset, tools and resources to be a better connector and walk you through group exercises to help you make connections, find connectors, and land your Dream Job!

About Our Presenter:

Karen Hoffman, known locally as The IDEA Coach is an author, speaker, and a multi-preneur. Featured in St. Louis Magazine, she was dubbed “The Queen of Possibilities”.

Her book “The Art of Barter-How to Trade for Almost Anything” with co-author Shera Dalin, was released in April, 2010 and in August, 2010 was featured in USA Today.

Karen’s many awards include: