networking
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Rethink what networking means
If you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure about where to start with networking, you’re not alone.
Let’s try this: we're going to say a word, and you tell us the first thing that pops into your head.
Networking.
Did you think connections or opportunities? Or did you go straight to slimy, slick, or fake? The idea of networking fills many people with dread. It can feel inauthentic, even transactional—like using people to get ahead.
Relationships. Connections. Support.
At its core, networking is about relationships. It’s about building mutual connections that allow you to share knowledge, open doors, and support each other’s growth. If you’re ready to reframe how you think about networking, start here:
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