If the word “networking” brings to mind an event held in a hotel ballroom consisting of meeting new people and shaking hand after hand, it's time to change your mindset. Do large events and small talk with strangers make you uncomfortable? If so, you might be an introvert. Learning how to engage with a variety of people in a genuine and sincere way can help introverts (and everyone else) build the strong connections to help further your job search. Today’s guest on the Find Your Dream Job podcast, Tammy Gooler Loeb, says you need to think of networking as research and look for the types of interactions that make you feel more comfortable.

About Our Guest:

Tammy Gooler Loeb (www.linkedin.com/in/tammygoolerloeb/) is a career and executive coach who focuses on job search strategies, workplace communication, and leadership development. Tammy is passionate about helping people find professional meaning and satisfaction. Through personal coaching, she helps her clients clarify their professional goals and take a more focused approach to achieve success.

Resources in This Episode:

• For helpful articles and information about Tammy’s career coaching services, visit her website at tammygoolerloeb.com.
• Tammy’s new podcast, “Work from the Inside Out,” (tammygoolerloeb.com/podcasts/) focuses on people who have made significant transitions to a more meaningful and satisfying work situation. 
• Your presence online is critical in order for employers to find you. Learn how to use your social media to make a favorable impression; visit maclist.org/wow to download “How to Wow and Woo Employers Online,” a free resource from Mac’s List.

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