The following examples are considered networking:
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Discussing job opportunities with a school guidance counselor or a trusted teacher - This can provide valuable insights and connections.
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Approaching a friend who owns a business and asking if any of his colleagues are searching for employees at your experience level - This is a direct way to tap into potential job leads through your existing connections.
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Attending a conference related to your career interests, introducing yourself, and conversing with people in that field - This is a classic form of networking where you make new connections in your industry.
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Talking with parents about job opportunities in your community - Parents can often provide leads or introductions to people in their own networks.
The example reading a classified ad and then reading about the company online does not involve interaction or connection-building, so it wouldn't be classified as networking.