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What do you do if your networking efforts in the journalism industry are falling flat?

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Networking is crucial for journalists who want to advance their careers, find new opportunities, and learn from their peers. But what if your networking efforts are not paying off? What if you feel like you are wasting your time, money, and energy on events, platforms, and contacts that do not lead to anything meaningful? Here are some tips to help you revamp your networking strategy and get better results.

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Abigail Bassett

Senior Multiplatform Freelance Journalist, Content Strategist & Six-Figure Journalism Jobs Newsletter Founder

1 Assess your goals

Before you attend any networking event or reach out to any potential contact, ask yourself what you want to achieve from it. Do you want to find a mentor, a collaborator, a source, a client, or a friend? Do you want to learn a new skill, get feedback, or pitch an idea? Having a clear and realistic goal will help you focus your efforts and measure your progress. It will also help you communicate your value and interests to others.

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Abigail Bassett

Senior Multiplatform Freelance Journalist, Content Strategist & Six-Figure Journalism Jobs Newsletter Founder
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Before you reach out to a busy editor or journalist, do your homework. Know what they cover and how they work, and be able to cite some of their stories in your initial conversation (or even an email). It will make you stand out in a sea of people who vie for the attention of professional journalists and editors.

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Assessor de investimentos, Trader e Mercado de Op??es FX. PqO [B3] opera??es (em andamento), Empreendedor em série, PhD em Biotecnologia, Msc. Agricultura, Biólogo, Agronegócios, Músico, Escritor.
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sempre tenha um alvo! - Como posso crescer, absorver e aprimorar minha rede de contatos pra que meus objetivos prosperem - Tenha um objetivo quando buscar uma rede, obter conhecimento e dar conhecimento também é importante

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2 Choose your platforms

There are many ways to network in the journalism industry, both online and offline. You can join professional associations, attend conferences, workshops, and webinars, participate in social media groups and forums, subscribe to newsletters and podcasts, or create your own content and portfolio. However, you do not have to do everything at once. Choose the platforms that suit your goals, personality, and availability. Quality is more important than quantity when it comes to networking.

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drigg Maximus de Lima

Assessor de investimentos, Trader e Mercado de Op??es FX. PqO [B3] opera??es (em andamento), Empreendedor em série, PhD em Biotecnologia, Msc. Agricultura, Biólogo, Agronegócios, Músico, Escritor.
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Quando quero algo de valor eu estudo como posso conquistar isso! - Quais lugares ideais para garimpar sua rede? conferências, reuni?es? busque e encontre a solu??o! - Quando n?o for possível encontrar a rede fisicamente tente a rede online profissional!

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3 Be proactive and consistent

Networking is not a one-time event or a passive activity. It requires regular and intentional engagement with your contacts and your community. You have to follow up, check in, offer help, ask questions, share information, and show appreciation. You also have to be open to new opportunities and challenges, and willing to step out of your comfort zone. Networking is a skill that you can improve with practice and feedback.

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drigg Maximus de Lima

Assessor de investimentos, Trader e Mercado de Op??es FX. PqO [B3] opera??es (em andamento), Empreendedor em série, PhD em Biotecnologia, Msc. Agricultura, Biólogo, Agronegócios, Músico, Escritor.
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N?o espere! haja! - Se você deseja encontrar algo vá atrás, pesquise e conquiste, se esperar com certeza nada acontece. Haja!

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4 Be authentic and respectful

Networking is not about collecting business cards, name-dropping, or selling yourself. It is about building genuine and mutually beneficial relationships with people who share your passion and values. You have to be yourself, show curiosity and empathy, listen actively, and respect boundaries. You also have to be honest about your strengths and weaknesses, your needs and expectations, and your intentions and motivations. Networking is a two-way street that requires trust and reciprocity.

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5 Evaluate and adjust

Networking is not a linear or predictable process. It can take time, patience, and perseverance to see the results of your efforts. It can also involve setbacks, rejections, and disappointments. That is why you have to evaluate your networking strategy regularly and adjust it according to your feedback and outcomes. You have to identify what works and what does not, what you enjoy and what you dread, what you can improve and what you can let go. Networking is a learning experience that can help you grow as a journalist.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Abigail Bassett

Senior Multiplatform Freelance Journalist, Content Strategist & Six-Figure Journalism Jobs Newsletter Founder
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Networking means that you need to take risks with your time, your personal and professional brand, and your energy. Getting out of your comfort zone and covering a topic that might be a stretch for your base of knowledge, or going to an event just to see who you might meet can accelerate your own network growth. One thing to remember about all professional journalists and editors: We're EXCEEDINGLY busy, and while it's important to many of us to help support others in the space if you don't come in with a clear idea of what you want to get out of a meeting with us, then you're wasting our time. Avoid wasting journalists' or editors' time as much as possible. We're like elephants, we remember.

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What do you do if your networking efforts in the journalism industry are falling flat?

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1 Assess your goals

2 Choose your platforms

3 Be proactive and consistent

4 Be authentic and respectful

5 Evaluate and adjust

6 Here’s what else to consider

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