Career Networking Receptions
There are so many reasons why you should attend a CNR!
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Make the connections that could lead to your next job.
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Provide leads for future opportunities.
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Put you in touch with others in your field.
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Learn more about specific career fields.
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Help you get reacquainted with the Lehigh family.
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Build your confidence and networking skills.
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Find the right person for a vacancy at your company.
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Raise your professional visibility.
Whatever your goal, Networking Receptions are the perfect venue for you to expand your network and keep you connected to Lehigh!
What you need to know!
Making the Most of Networking Receptions (networking tips!)
Structure of Networking Receptions
While
we like our events to be open and welcoming, we do create a little
structure to make the events as effective as possible for everyone. At
the beginning of the program, we allow all attendees to briefly
introduce themselves and explain why they are attending, so that you
can place a name with the face. Then we begin the speed networking
portion for the next hour, in which you can meet several people whom
you may not have been able to speak with had you been simply milling
around. After that, all attendees spend an open 45 minutes meeting
additional people. Because of this structure and the two-hour time
frame of the events, we strongly encourage everyone to arrive promptly to the event so we can begin the program on time.
Light refreshments will be served during the event. If you’re really hungry, make sure you grab some dinner before you go.
What to Wear
We
encourage all guests to dress professionally, as if you were going on a
job interview. Some of the people you will be meeting could be your
next employer, so making a great first impression is key to your future
success.
Networking Resources
Lehigh’s Online Networking Database
LinkedIn
Sample Introductory Email
Sample Informational Interview Questions
Interested in hosting a future Networking Reception?
If you are interested in learning more about hosting a Networking Reception in your area, please contact Lori Kennedy at lbk4@lehigh.edu.