You walk in alone. Suddenly, you can feel your heart beating faster, body temperature rising, and confidence now trying to sprint out of the door. You scan the room to try and find a familiar face, but everyone looks happily engaged in conversation in their niche. The great news is that many people feel this […]
Networking 101: Part One
What is networking? Networking is not a simple exchange of a business card or asking help from people you barely know. Networking is building relationships on the basis of trust; this involves getting to know an individual and a give-and-take relationship. Why network? We network because relationships are a priceless commodity. When given a choice, […]
How to Build Your Professional Network
Whether you’re a premed or a student already in medical school, networking is important. I will be the first to confess that I am not a natural networker. I’m not great at small talk and talking to large numbers of people in a short amount of time is such a whirlwind for me. Nevertheless, building […]
