Build meaningful connections and expand your career opportunities
🎯
Career fairs, workshops, seminars, meetups
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Build profile, connect with professionals, engage
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Industry associations, online communities
☕
Learn from professionals in your field
🎓
Connect with college alumni for guidance
🤝
Open source, community projects, NGOs
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Professional networking and job search
🐦
Industry news and thought leaders
💻
Technical collaboration and portfolios
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Local professional events and groups
💬
Industry-specific discussions
🎮
Tech communities and learning groups
❤️
Be genuine and authentic in interactions
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Follow up after meeting new contacts
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Offer help before asking for favors
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Maintain regular communication
💡
Share valuable content and insights
📅
Attend events consistently
❌
Only networking when you need something
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Not following up after initial contact
💰
Being too sales-focused
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Ignoring online networking opportunities
🗣️
Not preparing elevator pitch
🤔
Forgetting names and details
Introduction (5 seconds)
• Name and current status (student, year, college)
Value Proposition (10 seconds)
• What you do/study and key skills
• Unique strengths or achievements
Goal/Ask (5 seconds)
• What you're looking for (internship, advice, collaboration)
Call to Action (5 seconds)
• Invitation to continue conversation or exchange contacts