{"id":7144,"date":"2018-09-18T09:00:57","date_gmt":"2018-09-18T07:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/my-life.lu\/?p=7144\/"},"modified":"2025-07-10T16:17:02","modified_gmt":"2025-07-10T14:17:02","slug":"why-and-how-should-you-expand-your-network-56010","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/my-life.lu\/en\/why-and-how-should-you-expand-your-network-56010\/","title":{"rendered":"Why and how should you expand your network?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"entete\">Everyone understands the importance of \u201chaving contacts\u201d. That\u2019s why we\u2019re often advised to build and maintain networks to find jobs, ensure career progression and broaden our professional horizons. But how exactly will this help you and what practical steps can you take? Whether you\u2019re just leaving school, looking for a new job or already employed, myLIFE is here to help you build and maintain your network.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h2_0\" >How might a professional network be useful?<\/h2>\n<p>Having a good professional network is invaluable when it comes to opening doors and broadening your horizons. This is particularly true in Luxembourg, where the size of the country and the dynamism of the labour market are ideal for fostering relationships and making new contacts. You can easily build up a strong network if you play your cards right. And doing so can have many advantages, especially if you want to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>secure a job\/internship<\/strong>: Personal relationships are one of the main recruitment channels used by companies;<\/li>\n<li><strong>make a name for yourself and find clients\/suppliers<\/strong>;<\/li>\n<li><strong>find a solution<\/strong> to a specific problem, and <strong>access information<\/strong> and advice;<\/li>\n<li><strong>get a name in the running<\/strong>, i.e. refer someone or be referred to a recruiter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As well as the professional benefits, your network may also prove useful in your private life, for example when you\u2019re trying to find a notary specialising in <a href=\"https:\/\/my-life.lu\/en\/planning-your-estate-what-to-look-out-for-40001\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>estate planning<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, help your neighbour\u2019s child find an internship, decide which mechanic to call after an accident, <a href=\"https:\/\/my-life.lu\/en\/construction-or-renovation-choosing-your-tradesmen-12018\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>find a good tradesman<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, etc.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why you shouldn\u2019t limit your network to professional contacts alone. The network you build day by day may prove invaluable for both your professional career and your private life. But how should you set about building and maintaining your network?<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Building and consolidating an effective network requires commitment and at least two essential qualities: open-mindedness and patience.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2 id=\"h2_1\" >Four top tips for networking<\/h2>\n<p>Building and consolidating an effective network requires commitment and at least two essential qualities: open-mindedness and patience. You will be building your network gradually throughout your life and its effectiveness depends on your ability to maintain it. To help you go about this the right way, myLIFE has drawn up this list of good practices to adopt as you build your network of contacts.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Define your objectives clearly<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To start off on the right foot, you should ask yourself the following question: \u201cWhat am I looking for?\u201d Do I want to secure a new job? Find clients for my business? Stay in contact with former colleagues or clients with expertise in particular fields? Knowing what you want is an essential part of networking! Having 2,000 connections on LinkedIn is pointless if you don\u2019t know why you would want to reach out to them.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Think through your existing contacts<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Of course, you have current colleagues, former colleagues and other work contacts. But don\u2019t forget that your network also includes the people you\u2019ve met through training courses, charity work, or cultural or sports clubs. If you use a co-working space, the other members are also part of your network. Broaden it as much as possible and don\u2019t limit yourself to your business sector alone. The more diverse your network is, the more likely it is to be effective.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve just finished your studies and you feel like you don\u2019t know anyone, think again! Your university classmates may well become your future employees or colleagues \u2013 or even the high-flying CEOs of the future. Your teachers can help you to break into new professional domains. Your internship supervisors, summer job line managers or apprenticeship peers may be your future employers. Everyone in your professional life is part of your network!<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve identified and sorted through all of these people, try to keep an up-to-date list of contacts. It really will make your life easier. That\u2019s where the added value of social media comes into its own.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use social media<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By definition, social media makes an excellent networking tool. Certain platforms, such as LinkedIn, even specialise in highlighting users\u2019 professional experience and skills.<\/p>\n<p>If you haven\u2019t done so already, you should seriously consider creating an account and updating it regularly. You can publish articles, contribute to discussions, comment or share publications, recommend connections and more. This will boost your visibility, ensure your contacts don\u2019t forget you and provide you with an opportunity to add to your list of contacts.<\/p>\n<p>But take care to draw a line between your private and your professional life. Be careful about what you publish and how you post it, as well as the messages you\u2019re putting out there. After all, your professional image is at stake. Each social network has specific characteristics and purposes, so it\u2019s important to adapt your presence accordingly. It may also be worth checking your online presence, for example by typing your name into Google.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7140\" src=\"https:\/\/my-life.lu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Article_56010_2-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"863\" height=\"572\" srcset=\"https:\/\/my-life.lu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Article_56010_2-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/my-life.lu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Article_56010_2-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/my-life.lu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Article_56010_2-1024x679.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/my-life.lu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Article_56010_2-1080x716.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/my-life.lu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Article_56010_2-395x262.jpg 395w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Networking is one of the best ways to expand your list of contacts. Take care not to become isolated. Get out there and take part in events in your business sector!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Maintain your network<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The work doesn\u2019t stop when you\u2019ve built up your network. You need to nurture it so that it will grow and become stronger! To do so, it\u2019s important to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Keep in touch<\/strong>. The important thing is to maintain relationships by touching base every so often. You could send an email to see how a project is going, for example, organise a lunchtime get-together on a weekday, give your former colleague a call to congratulate them on a new position or on winning a prize, send your best wishes, etc. Do so sparingly, however \u2013 you don\u2019t want to be a nuisance! If you already have an extensive network, select a handful of people you are particularly keen to stay in contact with.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Help out<\/strong>. Make sure that you don\u2019t only reach out to your contacts when you need something from them. Try to pay attention to what\u2019s going on in their lives; if you can, respond to their requests and help them out. A healthy professional relationship is a two-way street. If you want to be able to count on your contacts, the reverse must be true as well. After all, you get what you give!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Network<\/strong>. Networking is one of the best ways to expand your list of contacts. Take care not to become isolated. It\u2019s always best to build your network in real life. Get out there and take part in events in your business sector! Nothing beats face-to-face interaction when it comes to expanding your network. Take part in conferences, trade fairs, evening events, etc. That will give you plenty of opportunities to meet and chat to new people. These events are often where the strongest relationships are forged and opportunities arise. Don\u2019t let them pass you by!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Building and maintaining an active professional network will always pay off sooner or later. Your network will often give you the helping hand you need. So don\u2019t overlook it \u2013 and happy networking!<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Everyone understands the importance of \u201chaving contacts\u201d. That\u2019s why we\u2019re often advised to build and maintain networks to find jobs, ensure career progression and broaden our professional horizons. But how exactly will this help you and what practical steps can you take? Whether you\u2019re just leaving school, looking for a new job or already employed, &hellip; <\/p>\n<p class=\"link-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/my-life.lu\/en\/why-and-how-should-you-expand-your-network-56010\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;Why and how should you expand your network?&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":7137,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":"","beyondwords_generate_audio":"1","beyondwords_integration_method":"","beyondwords_project_id":"44704","beyondwords_content_id":"eea4daaa-aaed-4aec-8cc1-78bd5b5d08a1","beyondwords_preview_token":"5f7f6ecd-7dca-44ea-81ec-32653a9ba218","beyondwords_player_content":"","beyondwords_player_style":"standard","beyondwords_language_code":"en_GB","beyondwords_language_id":"","beyondwords_title_voice_id":"775","beyondwords_body_voice_id":"775","beyondwords_summary_voice_id":"775","beyondwords_error_message":"","beyondwords_disabled":"","beyondwords_delete_content":"","beyondwords_podcast_id":"","beyondwords_hash":"","publish_post_to_speechkit":"","speechkit_hash":"","speechkit_generate_audio":"","speechkit_project_id":"","speechkit_podcast_id":"","speechkit_error_message":"","speechkit_disabled":"","speechkit_access_key":"","speechkit_error":"","speechkit_info":"","speechkit_response":"","speechkit_retries":"","speechkit_status":"","speechkit_updated_at":"","_speechkit_link":"","_speechkit_text":""},"categories":[37,150],"tags":[471,585],"class_list":["post-7144","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-me-and-my-family-en","category-jobs-en","tag-jobs-en","tag-contact-en","my_family"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Why and how should you expand your network? 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