Although people may enjoy or despise it, networking is undoubtedly an important tool in your arsenal to help you gain valuable and practical information that may even land you a job. Now, more so than ever, networking has become critical as the number of face-to-face opportunities has dramatically been reduced due to the pandemic. In this episode of the Public Health Insight Podcast, we will show you why public health and global health professionals should use networking to learn from others in the field to develop their interests and advance their career goals.

Key Points Covered

• Common myths and perceptions about networking
• Cold calls vs. warm calls
• Managing expectations and keeping them realistic
• Getting comfortable network before you need “something”
• How to take the initial steps to reach to connect with someone
• How to use networking to problem-solve in your daily work

Podcast Hosts

• Leshawn Benedict, MPH, MSc, PMP®
• Linda Holdbrook, BSc, MPH
• Gordon Thane, BMSc, MPH, PMP®

References for Our Discussion 

• Forbes: 14 Professional Tips For Networking During A Pandemic
• LinkedIn Etiquette Guide: 20 Do’s & Don’ts
• LinkedIn Career Talks: Resumes & LinkedIn Profiles: Strategies for Standing Out

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Music Credits

The following tracks were used to produce this podcast episode:

• Smith The Mister: Riviera • Mitsubachi • Clocks • Slowly • Oyasumi • Ohayo • Green Tea 
• Amine Maxwell:

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