Here are some success stories, testimonials and tips from Longs Peak Networking Alumni.
“I have two messages: be persistent and network. I was pursuing this job for 3 months before it finally came through. I thought I had it (the recruiter told me I did) and then it disappeared. It finally came through because I saw that the manager and I had a mutual contact on LinkedIn. I asked my contact for an introduction and that is what finally made it happen.”
“I was offered a contract 4-6 month Project Manager Position on Friday and will be starting tomorrow [...]. This all came together on Friday and it was very short notice but I’m really excited to begin. Please continue to encourage fellow job seekers in their journey.”
“I would like to say thank you to the group. Everyone was so nice and helpful, and the speaker that I saw was great (Katy P.) I purchased 3 of her books and they helped me quite a bit. I was out of work for 3 long months. I worked very hard to get this job and there were times when I wondered if it was ever going to happen, but most of the time I knew that it would happen, I just had to be patient and not give up. So I would like to say to every one who is looking for work, your job is out there. Don’t give up and have faith that you will find something soon.”
“I also have great news to report. In addition to God’s generous blessings on our trip (lots of success in reaching others with the Word in Peru, etc.), he brightened our last day with a job offer and a free upgrade to first class (for our return flight).”
“Wonderful praises and blessings abound over the last week. I too have good news to report. I went for an interview at the end of last week [...] for a contract position, one of the companies I have been specifically targeting. I found out yesterday that I will be joining them [...]. The position is a six month contract but it is very probable that they will be adding permanent positions at the beginning of the year and likely may roll into one of these.”
“I received a job [...] in Denver [...]. Although I was led to this job through a method outside of LongsPeakNet’s fundmentals; my resume was picked up by recruiter in New York off Monster, LongsPeakNet provided me with numerous tips and advice which really helped me secure the position. I would also like to include the Larimer County Workforce Center and NoCoNet in my praise; I attended many workshops and meetings with them as well.
“For me, having been laid off [three months ago], I feel very fortunate to have found a position so quickly. I never needed to look for a job before, having always moved from one position to the next, and, believe it or not, I had never had a single “official” interview! I know that being able to network with you all, listen to all your pointers and build my confidence was crucial in my performance in the interviews.”
“My advice back is research, research, research. I spent many many hours researching the job posting to line it up with my background, their company and the market place in general before the interviews and I believe in both rounds they took note of the feedback I was able to give them and they were impressed. Also research your own background and be ready with those credible stories which show why you are the best fit for the position and how you can help them reach their goals.
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Thank you all again and good luck!”
TIP: “Expand your job search to university state and government positions.”
TIP: “Stop talking about resume formats and LinkedIn. Move beyond that and begin to talk, talk, talk to companies. Have you seen the movie Glengarry Glen Ross? Learn this: ABC. Always Be Closing.”
“I have two messages: be persistent and network. I was pursuing this job for 3 months before it finally came through. I thought I had it (the recruiter told me I did) and then it disappeared. It finally came through because I saw that the manager and I had a mutual contact on LinkedIn. I asked my contact for an introduction and that is what finally made it happen.”
“I was offered a contract 4-6 month Project Manager Position on Friday and will be starting tomorrow [...]. This all came together on Friday and it was very short notice but I’m really excited to begin. Please continue to encourage fellow job seekers in their journey.”
“I would like to say thank you to the group. Everyone was so nice and helpful, and the speaker that I saw was great (Katy P.) I purchased 3 of her books and they helped me quite a bit. I was out of work for 3 long months. I worked very hard to get this job and there were times when I wondered if it was ever going to happen, but most of the time I knew that it would happen, I just had to be patient and not give up. So I would like to say to every one who is looking for work, your job is out there. Don’t give up and have faith that you will find something soon.”
“I also have great news to report. In addition to God’s generous blessings on our trip (lots of success in reaching others with the Word in Peru, etc.), he brightened our last day with a job offer and a free upgrade to first class (for our return flight).”
“Wonderful praises and blessings abound over the last week. I too have good news to report. I went for an interview at the end of last week [...] for a contract position, one of the companies I have been specifically targeting. I found out yesterday that I will be joining them [...]. The position is a six month contract but it is very probable that they will be adding permanent positions at the beginning of the year and likely may roll into one of these.”
“I received a job [...] in Denver [...]. Although I was led to this job through a method outside of LongsPeakNet’s fundmentals; my resume was picked up by recruiter in New York off Monster, LongsPeakNet provided me with numerous tips and advice which really helped me secure the position. I would also like to include the Larimer County Workforce Center and NoCoNet in my praise; I attended many workshops and meetings with them as well.
“For me, having been laid off [three months ago], I feel very fortunate to have found a position so quickly. I never needed to look for a job before, having always moved from one position to the next, and, believe it or not, I had never had a single “official” interview! I know that being able to network with you all, listen to all your pointers and build my confidence was crucial in my performance in the interviews.”
“My advice back is research, research, research. I spent many many hours researching the job posting to line it up with my background, their company and the market place in general before the interviews and I believe in both rounds they took note of the feedback I was able to give them and they were impressed. Also research your own background and be ready with those credible stories which show why you are the best fit for the position and how you can help them reach their goals.
[...]
Thank you all again and good luck!”
TIP: “Expand your job search to university state and government positions.”
TIP: “Stop talking about resume formats and LinkedIn. Move beyond that and begin to talk, talk, talk to companies. Have you seen the movie Glengarry Glen Ross? Learn this: ABC. Always Be Closing.”
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