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Emerson
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Reframing the process
Most professionals know the value of networking, but due to time constraints, family obligations, or being introverts, they aren't able to build a network.
The 4 strategies for people who have avoided networking in the past, to re-frame the process and enjoy it.
- Understand networking
- Identify trustworthy people
- Recognize the pitfalls of lack of networking
- Identify the vehicle of networking
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