If you’re an academic researcher, you must work on building meaningful relationships, also known as networking. Over time, as you show that you are a trustworthy colleague and can share ideas, skills and expertise, opportunities beyond collaborations can open to you. Building professional relationships can make the difference between staying professionally stagnant and ascending the career ladder. Expanding your network allows you to find principled and reliable mentors, peers to bounce ideas off and colleagues to write letters of recommendation for your future promotion. Your network can help you to find opportunities, including virtual talks, calls for papers and nominations for awards — all key elements of career advancement.
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