When you’re just starting out, making new connections and strengthening your professional network are vital to getting to where you want to go. But the guidance you need, like how to thrive in a new role or pursue a promotion, can be difficult to find in your inner circle.
How to Strengthen Your Network When You’re Just Starting Out
Don’t overlook your peers.
November 13, 2020
Summary.
If you’re new to the workforce, the guidance you need, like how to thrive in a new role or pursue a promotion, can be difficult to find.
- While it may be intimidating to make new connections, strong, diverse networks help you stay on top of the latest trends in your industry, meet new collaborators, and gain access to opportunities or resources that can help you be more effective in your work.
- Harness the power of lateral networks by looking for other people in your company you can learn from.
- You can do this by taking advantage of virtual meetups, creating or joining online chat groups, and showing interest in and curiosity about others’ work.
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Leveraging Your Networks Course
Accelerate your career with Harvard ManageMentor®. HBR Learning’s online leadership training helps you hone your skills with courses like Leveraging Your Networks. Earn badges to share on LinkedIn and your resume. Access more than 40 courses trusted by Fortune 500 companies.
Map, assess, and strengthen your professional relationships.