networking
noun
net·work·ing
ˈnet-ˌwər-kiŋ 
1
: the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions
specifically
: the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business
… networking remains the No. 1 cause of job attainment … —
Hal Lancaster
Hal Lancaster 2
: the establishment or use of a computer network
He has extensive experience in computer networking and information security.
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Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
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In addition to applying for new positions, spend time networking.
—Jeffrey Anvari-Clark, CNN Money, 29 Mar. 2025
Stay up on your professional credentials and networking.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2025
Hosting spontaneous live sessions or quirky challenges can break the ice and spark authentic connections, making networking feel less transactional and more personal.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 28 Mar. 2025
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“Networking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/networking. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.
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