Log Off and Show Up: Networking to Kickstart your Career
LinkedIn recently reported that over 70% of job seekers find success through personal connections (Felice 2024). Another study found that 60% of recent graduates found their jobs, not online, but through networking (Elmers 2024). Now, we know what you’re thinking: you have become all too familiar with the zoom interview attire of pyjama bottoms and a shirt on top, readily talking to your camera from the comfort of your bedroom. But, as the stats show, in the era of LinkedIn requests and online assessments, real human contact is still one of the most powerful ways to stand out in the job market.
That’s why attending GradJobs Live! & PostGrad Study Live! is an unmissable opportunity to kickstart your career. On 14 November at Olympia London, connect with recruiters from top employers in real time. It’s not just about the jobs on offer: this event is about shaking hands, making eye contact and having conversations that leave a lasting impression - things you simply cannot achieve through an email or online application. Required skillsets may vary industry-to-industry but there is one common denominator - networking!
The event is packed with opportunities that are yours for taking. Here’s what you can look forward to at the event:
Industry Connections: Hear from recent graduates who have landed their dream role at household names like TikTok, Klarna, Jaguar Land Rover, the NHS, Coca-Cola Enterprise Partners and discover how they made it happen
Application Support: Get application-ready with one of our one-to-one LinkedIn sessions and refine your skills in the mock assessment centre or interview clinic. Bring along a copy of your CV to get personalised feedback or try your luck handing it to an employer, it’s always impressive to show initiative.
Postgraduate Opportunities: Not ready to hang up your study cap just yet? Explore postgraduate courses from top universities, both in the UK and in the US, and find your fit. Whatever you decide, being there in person gives you opportunity to get a real feel for the various options.
Putting yourself out there isn’t just about job hunting - it’s a powerful antidote to digital fatigue. It offers a boost to your energy, creativity and overall wellbeing. Its wholly unsurprising that when the COVID-19 pandemic confined us to our homes, screen usage and dependency skyrocketed. What was less expected was that our motivation and desire to get out and about went with it, our society was left comfortable hiding behind our screens. Visiting GradJobs Live! & PostGrad Study Live! will help you find people who share your passions, interests and maybe even your taste in coffee. Its networking, but a lot of fun!
So, what have we concluded? By attending the event, you increase your chances of landing your dream job, build a solid professional network, and reduce those digital down days. Plus, its free! You’ve got nothing to lose and everything to gain. Opportunities don’t come knocking while you’re glued to your screen - but they might just be waiting for you at GradJobs Live! & PostGrad Study Live!
Don’t wait - get your free tickets now! Visit GradJobs.co.uk
References
Adler, S. (2024). The Power of Networking: Why 70% of Job Seekers Find Success Through Connections. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/new-survey-reveals-85-all-jobs-filled-via-networking-lou-adler/
Elmers, D. (2024) The Job-Search Statistics All Job Seekers Should Know. TopResume.
https://topresume.com/career-advice/7-top-job-search-statistics
