Networking like it’s 2008

Networking has always been a necessary evil plaguing professionals in every industry and every profession. However, thanks to the internet and social networking, it is now much easier! Two awesome resources for networking are:

1. LinkedIn.com
LinkedIn is great for connecting with past and present coworkers, friends and others who you have met. It is also great for doing some research and finding people at prospective companies or interesting positions.

2. Meetup.com
Meetup.com is the best thing to happen to networking since the classic Yahoo! Groups of our time. Meetup.com is a website that allows users to organize clubs and organizations that meet offline. These are a great way to meet people and learn more about a particular skill or industry. If you are in a big city, you can find a group for just about anything, and the website is growing rapidly. If you can’t find a group you are interested in, it is just as easy to create your own!