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Networking top tips

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networking top tips

Talk to colleagues

Create a verbal business card

Update your profile

This is something you can prepare in advance so that you make the most of opportunities.

Ensure your LinkedIn and university profiles are up to date

Talk to colleauges about how they have approached networking

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Follow-up promptly

It's a conversation

Talk to your BRM

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Rethink networking as a conversation, rather than a pitch

A short follow-up message makes a big difference

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It's a conversation

You're not there to "sell" your research. Networking is a chance to exchange perspectives, understand challenges and build relationships. If you think of it in terms of "let's stay in touch" rather than "let's do something" it may feel less daunting. You don't need to network with everyone; one or two good conversations are often more valuable than talking to everyone in the room.

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Keep your profiles up to date

Ensuring your public-facing profiles are kept up-to-date is a simple way to build your network and increase your visibility. Your profiles should clearly articulate your current research interests and the areas in which you are interested in collaborating with external orgnisations. Subscribe to this LinkedIn newsletter for practical tips on boosting your visibilty.