The Gov Geeks Guide to Government Networking
Are you looking for career advancement opportunities but finding networking a challenge?
Are you looking for a path to build meaningful partnerships in your career but need more time, resources, or a way to go about it?
Networking brings up thoughts of some unsavory experiences for many people. Going to crowded events and conferences, having forced conversations with strangers, exchanging business cards, or searching for exclusive conversations with influential people who can create job opportunities with just a simple phone call seems the norm. But it doesn't have to be. If this is your only perspective of networking, you're not alone. It is pretty common to misinterpret what quality networking looks like. If only there were another way!
The Gov Geeks Guide to Government Networking is an excellent resource to help you through these misconceptions. With practical and actionable strategies, this guide can help change your life immeasurably. Consider a new approach that values your strengths and nurtures your relationships.
Javier and Karen bring over 40 years of federal career experience building sustainable professional relationships to this book. Leveraging countless partnerships with executives and influential career public servants, this book gathers their insights in an easy-to-understand and fun way.
Networking is about finding common ground through supportive relationships, not shortcuts that take advantage of others. If you're looking for proven techniques to support your professional and aspirational goals, you'll refer to this guide repeatedly!
We, The Gov Geeks, provide executive and career coaching services for government employees. Our mission is to help you find career fulfillment in public service. We serve the people's side of government. The way we see it, the public benefits when you perform at your best in a job that aligns with your purpose. You can trust us, The Gov Geeks, to help you make the most of your time in public service - for you and our nation.
