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Learn to build strong business connections ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ Learn to build strong business connections ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ ͏ ‌ ­ [Mind Tools Logo]( [Professional Networking]( The Mind Tools Newsletter The Mind Tools Newsletter Network your way to success Network your way to success Networking. Just hearing that word can strike fear into even the most experienced professional. But being able to build connections – your network of “business friendships” – is a critical skill for career success. "Networking is not about just connecting people. It's about connecting people with people, people with ideas, and people with opportunities." – Michele Jennae When you have a robust business network you get more things done, more effectively. You learn from others with different strengths and can use your contacts to help you do your job better. Networking enables you to build your personal brand, grow your knowledge and expertise. It can also open up new job opportunities, partnerships, collaborations, and even access to mentorship. Remember, professional networking is a two-way street. It’s not just about what you can get from your peers, it’s also about what you can offer them. Sharing your expertise is a rewarding way to expand your network and can help you to build genuine, lasting relationships that will ensure long-term career success. But before you sign up for that industry event, read our guide to professional networking. It walks you through the whats, whys, and hows of networking so you can walk into that conference room feeling confident and ready. Achieving your goals is only a smile and a handshake away. Networking. Just hearing that word can strike fear into even the most experienced professional. But being able to build connections – your network of “business friendships” – is a critical skill for career success. "Networking is not about just connecting people. It's about connecting people with people, people with ideas, and people with opportunities." – Michele Jennae When you have a robust business network you get more things done, more effectively. You learn from others with different strengths and can use your contacts to help you do your job better. Networking enables you to build your personal brand, grow your knowledge and expertise. It can also open up new job opportunities, partnerships, collaborations, and even access to mentorship. Remember, professional networking is a two-way street. It’s not just about what you can get from your peers, it’s also about what you can offer them. Sharing your expertise is a rewarding way to expand your network and can help you to build genuine, lasting relationships that will ensure long-term career success. But before you sign up for that industry event, read our guide to professional networking. It walks you through the whats, whys, and hows of networking so you can walk into that conference room feeling confident and ready. Achieving your goals is only a smile and a handshake away. [Build connections]( [10 Ways to Overcome a Fear of Networking]( 10 ways to overcome a fear of networking 10 ways to overcome a fear of networking Now you know how to network, it's time to step out of your comfort zone and actually start networking! This article offers 10 tips to help you keep calm, stay focused and make the most of your opportunity when you arrive at the networking event. Now you know how to network, it's time to step out of your comfort zone and actually start networking! This article offers 10 tips to help you keep calm, stay focused and make the most of your opportunity when you arrive at the networking event. [Read the tips]( {NAME}, what's stopping you from joining? {NAME}, what's stopping you from joining? 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