Career Development: Cultivate a supportive network

Key Results

• Establish 15 new professional connections on LinkedIn
  Start value: 0, Target value: 15, Notification frequency: Every 2 weeks
• Attend 5 industry-specific networking events
  Start value: 0, Target value: 5, Notification frequency: Monthly
• Develop and maintain 2 mentorship relationships
  Start value: 0, Target value: 2, Notification frequency: Quarterly
• Join and participate in 3 professional peer groups
  Start value: 0, Target value: 3, Notification frequency: Monthly
• Schedule and attend 10 networking coffee meetings
  Start value: 0, Target value: 10, Notification frequency: Monthly
• Participate in 4 virtual networking webinars
  Start value: 0, Target value: 4, Notification frequency: Quarterly

Initiatives

• Join LinkedIn groups
  Actively participate in LinkedIn groups related to your industry to build connections and engage in discussions with professionals.
• Use networking apps like Shapr or Lunchclub
  Utilize networking apps to meet new professionals, arrange networking lunches, and expand your professional circle.
• Leverage alumni networks
  Connect with your university or college alumni network to find support, advice, and opportunities from fellow graduates.
• Join professional organizations
  Become a member of professional organizations such as PMI, IEEE, or AMA to gain access to resources, events, and a supportive community.
• Engage in virtual networking events
  Participate in virtual networking events and webinars hosted by industry leaders and professional groups to expand your network remotely.
• Schedule regular coffee chats
  Arrange informal coffee chats with colleagues, mentors, and industry contacts to build and maintain relationships in a relaxed setting.