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Why is networking important? Networking allows you access to opportunities you might not be able to find on your own. Your network has the potential to provide you with insight into different fields, information on what potential employers look for, and advice on how you can improve professionally.
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LinkedIn gives you the ability to showcase your profile, expertise, recommendations and connections, not only is your profile the first professional impression of you when recruiters and employers use LinkedIn to search for candidates but it also demonstrates credibility in your industry and highlights your achievements. It is important to know how to effectivly and efficently use this...
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Looking for inspiration on your networking journey? Check out this collection of quotes on Pinterest about networking. What is your favorite quote about networking? Share it on the ...
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You can sign up for a networking event, but is that the only way to network? Read this TED article by Tanya Menon of Ohio State University about 3 practically painless ways you can expand your network. After reading the article, do you agree with these...
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This video by an economics student is a project in networking. Take 20 minutes to watch this TEDx talk by Aliya Dossa called Why you should talk to strangers.
After you watch the video, join the conversation about networking on the ...
