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¿ Network: Matchett believes in staying connected within professional groups and with former co-workers. "I am a member of several networking groups. I pay attention to what people are looking for. . . . what's hot right now."
The mother of a 14-month-old son, she's been active in DC Web Women as well as Business Networking International. She used to attend two to four networking events a month, but that's down to about two as she balances baby and career.
She views dinner parties and social engagements as networking opportunities. She stays in touch with former bosses and co-workers with occasional lunches and e-mails. "You never know what door is going to open," she said.
¿ Document your successes: Keep a list of your achievements and kudos. "Promote your contributions with your bosses without being obnoxious," said Christine Price, a principal of Ready to Hire, a Web-based placement firm. Some people do this naturally. Others must find ways to let their successes shine by winning internal or industry awards, speaking at conferences or seminars, or by including details of accomplishments a blog.
¿ Be prepared:"Have your r¿sum¿ up-to-date and create a canned cover letter so if a position opens in a great company, you can act immediately," Price said.
Matchett also believes in being prepared. "Don't start looking when you're desperate." Be ready to start when you get the "first inkling" that it may be time to move on. "You've got to keep yourself in the game."
