In today’s world of employee sourcing, staying connected and getting a referral is more important than ever before. So, Blind Spot #3 is critical to your success.
#3: I can’t refer you, if I can’t reach you.
Here’s the thing about me. I’m one of those people who keeps track of people and business needs and services. I tell the world about people and businesses that I value, use, and trust to be a match for current or future needs. People often call me and say, “I recall you told me about … can I have the details again.”
I enjoy being of service, it is part of who I am. I am passionate about connecting people who could do business together — and — I go to great lengths to do so.
When a recruiter contacts me or I discover an opportunity — I act!
The bottom line is without your current contact information I can’t make the connection. It’s a total downer. You created an obstacle. You are a skilled, talented person who would be great for this opportunity, yet you will miss out on this referral because I can’t reach you.
Additionally, I can’t rely on you to get back to me. This experience stands to impact future opportunities as well. Your online information is not current, so it is not just me who can’t reach you. If I refer you and someone else can’t reach you, it reflects on me. What would you do?
Some things will slip through the cracks, it happens to us all every now and then, that is life. Yet, your blind spots not only show how you manage your career, they demonstrate how you will manage the affairs of an employer.
I truly like you and hope all is going well for you. Maybe you will be among the few who never need to seek another job. Maybe you forgot how long it takes to put things in place to generate interest or opportunities within your network.
I share this on my blog with compassion, care and concern. I have been there too, overwhelmed, barely holding it together, and just managing to keep up day to day. It is a scary place.
It only takes a little time and energy each week to manage your career. Make a decision to do it.
Your career is one of your most important assets. Simple steps and small amounts of time each week will transform your career and immediately improve your results.
And, if you missed Blind Spot #1 and #2, head to the blog, check them out and complete the Action Tips!
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