How to use volunteering as a useful tool to gain contacts and references. If you’ve been practicing your networking skills at creative events, maybe you’re ready to move on to an outer circle and meet professionals in your field. Why not try volunteering in your community. Stay close to home and lend your expertise at a local school, neighborhood library, or community park. Or go further out in your community and seek out an organization that works in your creative field. Getting out in the community may help you network but also inspire your work in new ways. Volunteering Volunteering for an organization is an easy way to meet new people and make a difference in your community. Through volunteer efforts you can acquire or enhance existing skill sets, obtain a certification, gain confidence, and attend professional events. Whether you are looking to gain early work experience or change careers,…

Read More