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As training professionals, do you practice what you preach when it comes to networking? If you’re like many of us, all too often the answer is: not exactly. Why?

We certainly understand the benefits of networking – its ability to foster professional relationships, open pathways, build confidence and more. This is precisely why we encourage learners at every stage of their career to take advantage of networking opportunities, many of which we help create.Still, as training professionals, we often neglect to personally invest ourselves in networking outside of the occasional meet-and-greets we find ourselves attending during professional conferences.