09. Don’t Stop Networking After You Land the Job

If you stopped networking the minute you got your job offer, you’re doing it wrong.

I know a lot of people dread networking. The idea of going to some silly event after work is the last thing they want to do. 

But networking is more than just showing up to a bar, slapping on a nametag, and shuffling around for 45 minutes before you go home.

Lots of people look at networking as a necessary evil. Something they dread doing. Something they think only kiss-asses and brown-nosers do.

Some people think networking seems forced or fake. Some people feel like they’re just bugging people or bothering them. 

There are several really good reasons to continue networking internally after you land your next gig. Some of them may seem somewhat selfish at first, or like you’re playing into the politics game, but I would encourage you to think about the benefits to the entire organization, your team, and your career.

So check out this week’s episode where we’ll dive into some benefits of networking long after you get that job offer.

Topics:
• 01:23 – Why is networking so important?
• 03:18 – Build your social capital
• 04:57 – Insights into other teams adds clarity
• 06:40 – Cross-functional collaboration becomes easier
• 09:37 – It makes your job easier overall
• 10:28 – It will help find a mentor
• 11:27 – It will help with career growth
• 12:37 – It can lead to internal opportunities
• 14:23 – Some handy networking tips
• 21:32 – Networking tips for introverts

Helpful Links:
• How Leaders Create and Use Networks
• Internal Networking: Why It’s Important And How To Do It Well
• How Internal Networking Helps Employees and Organizations | Randstad Risesmart
• Network effects: How to rebuild social capital and improve corporate performance
• High-performing teams: A timeless leadership topic | McKinsey
• 5 Things High-Performing Teams Do Differently
• 8 Reasons Building “Internal Network” Is Good for Your Career | BioSpace
• Networking for Introverts: The Ultimate Guide | TopResume
• The Surprising Benefits of Being an Introvert | Time

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