Thursday, December 8, 2011

The All-Important Email Update

Remember those networking contacts you have that gave you some great advice?  

Perhaps, they introduced you to someone in their network.  Or maybe they suggested that you attend a particular meeting. 

Send your contacts an email updating him or her on your progress since you last spoke.  Did you get that interview?  Did you meet with that client? Did you email the contact they suggested?  

If they extended advice or a contact to you, they certainly would like to know the steps that you have taken since you last spoke.  If you take their advice and follow up, they will continue to offer you advice and introductions.

When following up with your networking contacts, be open to their suggestions.  You never know what will get your foot in the door or your resume on a desk.