✅ Do’s
Be authentic – Show genuine interest in others, not just what they can do for you.
Keep your profiles updated – LinkedIn, portfolio sites, and social media should reflect your current role and skills.
Engage consistently – Comment on posts, share insights, and celebrate others’ wins.
Personalize your approach – Send tailored messages when connecting with someone new.
Follow up – A quick “nice to meet you” or “thanks for the insight” strengthens
connections.
Offer value – Share resources, advice, or introductions without expecting immediate returns.
❌ Don’ts
Don’t spam – Avoid sending mass connection requests or irrelevant messages.
Don’t oversell yourself – Networking is about building relationships, not constant self-promotion.
Don’t disappear – If you only reach out when you need something, relationships will fade.
Don’t ignore etiquette – Be respectful of people’s time; keep messages concise and clear.
Don’t fake interest – People can quickly sense insincerity.
Don’t rely only on digital – Whenever possible, nurture relationships offline.
