Sprint 3

How to Approach Networking

Overview

Networks are critical in the process of making a career transition. When you are trying to break into a new role, company, or industry, knowing the right people can help you get your foot in the door. Unfortunately, lots of career pivoters assume they must not know anyone who can help them  – but we're here to show you that that's not the case. You already know more people than you think you do, and expanding your network can be surprisingly simple. In this sprint, you'll learn how to think creatively about your network, start building connections, and start strategically leveraging your contacts.

Completing this sprint should take about 45 minutes.
We've provided some suggestions for how to time yourself as you work through this material – but feel free to move forward at your own pace.