Cold-calling refers to contacting a potential employer via telephone; it requires a great deal of initiative and can be quite stressful. Effective use of cold-calling is easier than you think, but it does require practice.
Networking:
View York University’s Guide to Cold Calls
View York University’s Guide to Tapping into the Hidden Job Market
View uOttawa’s Infographic on Cold Calls
View York University’s Sample Business Cards
View York University’s Guide to Effective Handshakes
LinkedIn:
View York University’s LinkedIn Etiquette Resource
View York University’s Guide to Building Student LinkedIn Profiles
View York University’s Guide to Building Your Personal Brand