Network online, boost your career

Network online, boost your career

Sunder Ramachandran
Popular networks

There are many online networks you can choose from. Some of the popular ones are:

Rediffconnexions.com
Ryze.com
Orkut.com
Openbc.com
How to get started

You just have to create a user ID and password, just like when you signed up for an e-mail account.

However, the real challenge is how you present yourself in your online profile, which is akin to a resume. Your popularity is based on the ability of people to remember three things:

Who you are
What service you offer
How to get in touch with you
Combine your business along with the benefits of your product or service. "I am an insurance agent, and I help people plan for their future." or "I'm an advertising consultant, and I help companies get the most out of their advertising campaigns."

These explanations are more effective than saying, "I do financial planning," or "I plan advertising campaigns."

Have a catch phrase or statement on your profile. This will act as a hook. Here's one that got my attention on Rediff Connexions: If you want to shoot anybody, call me. I'm a photographer!

Now that you know how to register, the next challenge is to make optimum use of this platform.

Part II: How to network effectively online

Have you networked online? Which are the best networks? Shares your experiences

Sunder works as a trainer with a leading BPO in Delhi.