Love it or hate it, networking is an integral part of professional life. But especially since the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more networking is happening in virtual spaces. Conferences and events are increasingly being hosted on digital platforms, while the rise of LinkedIn has changed the way we communicate with fellow professionals and apply for jobs.
LinkedIn has experienced tremendous growth over the last couple of years — with the number of users increasing from 644 million in 2019 to 771 million in 2024 — and has become the number one platform for professional interactions online.
Given its importance, Devex has hosted several events on how global development professionals can make the most of the platform, highlighting why it is critical to engage with content and the value of being helpful to other users. We even put together a simple guide on everything you need to know about making LinkedIn an intrinsic part of your networking strategy.
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Thomas Cserep
Thomas Cserép is an Associate Editor who manages and oversees Devex's social media presence, coordinates Devex’s audience outreach, and produces the This Week in Global Development podcast. Prior to Devex, he worked as a freelance journalist, with his writings appearing in a variety of publications, including Get Spanish Football News and the magazine of the Hungarian Geographic Society.
