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The past year has\u00a0<\/span>changed the way many of us work and communicate. Though\u00a0<\/span>we\u2019ve<\/span>\u00a0experienced a lot, remaining flexible and creative is key to staying successful. After all, the show must go on.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You can still network effectively despite the need to social distance and work remotely. By taking advantage of resources available to you,\u00a0<\/span>it\u2019s<\/span>\u00a0easy to stay connected with your network\u2014even during\u00a0<\/span>the<\/span>\u00a0pandemic.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You\u00a0<\/span>aren\u2019t<\/span>\u00a0the only one who\u2019s relying more on emails and Zoom meetings. Professional organizations are\u00a0<\/span>taking<\/span>\u00a0advantage of virtual technology to continue business as close to usual as possible.\u00a0<\/span>V<\/span>isit the website or social media pages of professional organizations, college career services<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0and staffing agencies in the insurance industry to check for virtual networking events. You might be surprised what\u00a0<\/span>you\u2019ll<\/span>\u00a0find!\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s<\/span>\u00a0not just the professional thing to do, it\u2019s also a nice thing to do. Almost everyone struggles with changes right now, from feelings of isolation to frustrations over the need to adapt to a new way of doing things.\u00a0<\/span>It\u2019s<\/span>\u00a0always a good idea to contact key professional references regularly to maintain a good relationship. This way,\u00a0<\/span>you\u2019re<\/span>\u00a0not ONLY contacting them when you need a favor. And right\u00a0<\/span>now,<\/span>\u00a0is no exception. Your kind words and conversation could pull someone out of a slump\u00a0<\/span>they\u2019re<\/span>\u00a0feeling today. Reach out by\u00a0<\/span>email and<\/span>\u00a0ask for a good time to catch up by phone or video<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Sites such as Indeed, LinkedIn<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0and Monster are still good sources for networking. You can join groups, participate in discussions, and offer your professional advice. Now more than ever before, get your resume posted and updated your information. Recruiters are still on the search for\u00a0<\/span>talent, and<\/span>\u00a0keeping current information available is critical to finding job opportunities.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Never forget you can be recommended for job openings within your own company, too. Maintain good communication through clear writing in emails, following up, offering to help or take on more work, and offering ideas when you have them. Being a hard worker is more important than ever before! Step up, offer your services, and stay top of mind with your boss and coworkers.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We\u2019re<\/span>\u00a0a great source of job leads in the insurance industry. To learn more,\u00a0<\/span>contact us<\/span><\/a>\u00a0today!\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nCheck your usual sources for networking\u00a0opportunities<\/h3>\n
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