5 tips for people who hate networking

If you've ever felt like networking just isn't your cup of tea, read on.

The thought of striking up conversations with strangers, attending industry events, or participating in potentially awkward small talk can be enough to put many people off networking. Yet, for development professionals, networking isn't just a useful skill, it can also play a significant role in securing work within the sector.

So, how can you approach networking if you don’t find it enjoyable? In a recent Devex Career event, international coach and development career expert Simone Anzböck shed light on some of the common misconceptions surrounding networking and offered advice on how to make it less of a chore.

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