Grow Your Network

Grow your network by cultivating career-long relationships and leveraging trusted connections for introductions to new people, both in person and online.

Define and distinguish first, second, and third degree connections to understand how your network expands on platforms like LinkedIn.

Build relationships instead of just networking, because relationships are the currency of life. Leverage mentors, counselors, and community connections to open doors across your career.

Build your network now to ensure relationships and internal referrals are ready when you need them, since 80 percent of jobs come through people you know.

Overcome networking anxiety by learning how to ask for informational interviews and connections with confidence, recognizing that most people would say yes and you need others’ help.

Do your homework before networking by researching the person’s current background, skills, and connections to tailor a relevant introduction that respects their time and increases opportunity.

Grow your network by learning to craft outreach that centers the recipient, using compelling subject lines and opening lines that explain why you're contacting them, with examples and templates.

Develop sincere, authentic networking by focusing on the right people and genuine engagement rather than mass messaging or templates, building relationships that endure and unlock future opportunities.

Learn practical in-person networking strategies by asking questions to spark conversation, discover common interests, and confidently build foundational relationships in any setting.

Make it about them by researching their background and weaving in commonalities in your outreach, whether online or in person, to engage and earn a response.

Develop a targeted networking approach by making specific requests and clear asks, such as outlining desired roles, identifying helpful introductions, and framing informational conversations to move opportunities forward.

Stay in touch with your network to maintain authentic relationships and future opportunities; follow up after conversations using email, social media, or occasional coffee meetings to stay engaged.

Grow your network by mastering social engagement: use LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to foster relationships, engage through likes, comments, and shares, and stay connected for future opportunities.

Cultivate networking by constantly introducing people and asking for introductions, even when you aren't seeking work. Identify others' roles and who to connect them with to move conversations forward.

Cultivate your network by asking genuine questions and staying curious about others, turning conversations into lasting connections that boost confidence in interviews, client meetings, and partnerships.

Cultivate internal networking within your current role by engaging colleagues on projects and building relationships that can lead to promotions.

Build meaningful relationships through consistent networking, because you never know who you’ll meet or which connection will open career or personal life opportunities.

Grow your network by using first and second degree connections, company pages, and groups to find people, request introductions, and reach out via mutual contacts and email.

Learn to grow your network by connecting on LinkedIn through first- and second-degree connections, sending introductions, and using premium one-to-one messages while managing privacy settings.

Engage your network through social media by liking, commenting, and sharing updates to stay top of mind. Use LinkedIn connections to nurture authentic relationships for future job or collaboration opportunities.

Learn when to include a cover letter, follow instructions, and craft concise intro emails with strong subject lines for networking and an informational interview.