Following up is one of the most crucial and powerful networking tools, but it is frequently neglected and also highly underrated. Follow-ups can transform casual conversations into long-term connections, open up or create new opportunities, show appreciation, keep projects on track, or invigorate and deepen existing relationships. Only, most of us (definitely me included) struggleContinue reading “The Follow-Up Makes the Difference”
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Informational Interviews
Build Your Network & Make Smarter Career Decisions with Informational Interviews The Informational Interview is a powerful tool for strengthening your network and making informed career decisions. And yet, many scientists and engineers haven’t heard of it. It wasn’t until I transitioned from my career as an industry scientist and into a policy fellowship thatContinue reading “Informational Interviews”
Opportunity Momentum: Ride the Wave
Networking is a powerful tool that can help you accomplish your goals and be more successful. One of the ways that this works is through a concept I call Opportunity Momentum. I define this as a phenomenon where increased participation in an activity leads to building more skills related to that activity and being associatedContinue reading “Opportunity Momentum: Ride the Wave”
Sustainable Networking 