Personal referrals are one of the best contact points between employers. A good information interview can lead one employer to refer you to other employers for more information interviews. Plan ahead, set the goals you want your interview to achieve, show confidence and a winning image. Use the Chamber as a place to network, especially by attending their public programs and events. Also consider volunteering at the Chamber to assist at their events.
Intern positions can help the small business to get the work done.
As a potential employee, an internship provides the employer with a good way to screen you as a prospective employee. These opportunities offer students actual job experience and networking contacts. Implementation of ideas is immediate Environment more receptive to new ideas Closer to decision maker, open door is more readily accessible Growth mode allows greater advancement in responsibility Name recognition of company may not be widely known Compensation and benefits may not be as competitive as larger businesses Career advancement is not measured by job title, but rather by responsibility given Limited resources for training and personal development Inconsistent employment needs Difficult to develop a mentor relationship The small or medium business can be an employment site of choice. The new employee often is given responsibility that directly reflects on the bottom line, has variety on the job, and works in an environment different from a large corporate structure.