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Networking & LinkedIn

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For Bridge Training Students

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 

View uOttawa’s LinkedIn Profile Resource

View uOttawa’s Portfolio Resource


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