Industry expos and conferences are an excellent opportunity for one to gain first-hand company information. Exhibitors are excited to talk to attendees about the company's newest products and upcoming projects.
Often admittance to the exhibit hall area is free or very low cost in comparison with "full" expo attendance which may include meals and sessions presented by speakers and expensive.
Sometimes exhibit hall conversations can lead to discussions about job opportunities. It is also a time to learn about employment trends, skills required for future positions, and guidance for navigating the company's application process.
Many expos offer workshops and presentations highly relevant to your target industry. Often expos present round table discussions featuring industry leaders with whom you may be able to speak after the round table discussion.
Follow these suggestions and you'll walk away with insider information on your target companies and possibly get your foot in the door for future discussions.
For more information on expos, check the article "Researching Potential Employers at Trade Shows."
Debra Wheatman is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and Certified Professional Career Coach (CPCC). She is globally recognized as an expert in advanced career search techniques with more than 18 years' corporate human resource experience. Debra has been featured on Fox Business News, WNYW with Brian Lehrer, and quoted in leading publications, including Forbes.com, The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. Debra may be reached at [email protected], or you may visit her website at CareersDoneWrite.com.
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