Networking

Personal networks: Family and friends, like-minded people whose eyes
light up when they see you. These are the people who make you feel
good or recharged when you're around them, who love you, and who want
to see you happy. Making time for your personal network is absolutely
necessary for motivation.

Social networks: These are networks of acquaintances you see less
often. They are people you have fun with and see at parties, or
people who enjoy similar hobbies such as working out, hiking, biking,
or going to the movies. If you're new in town, develop and expand
your social networks by meeting people at places you enjoy, or by
taking continuing education classes or volunteering in your
community.

Professional networks: These are groups of people you meet even less
often than social acquaintances. You see them at alumni gatherings,
at professional meetings, or in the workplace. Professional networks
also include former coworkers, bosses, academic advisors, and
professors. Included, too, are career counselors, who can be hired as
personal mentors, coaching you to press forward and attain your
goals.

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