Audition

It's not what you know, it's who you know. We've all heard that one before. If your list of contacts is lacking, that statement can be somewhat discouraging. But it doesn't have to be. The truth is you know more people than you think. You don't have to wait until a position is open or you land an interview to make a good impression. Every encounter, every meeting and every exchange that you have with other teams, managers and executives is a chance for you to audition.

Think of your next meeting or conference call as an opportunity to demonstrate your skills, in a relaxed setting. This is when others get to see your skills in action. So don't dread the meeting or multitask on the conference call. Participate. Audition for the role you see yourself in. Others will begin to notice. Before you know it, you might just be the one to know.