Career network for a student abroad?
I am currently a college student abroad in the U.S. and my question is that how do I successfully build a network here in U.S.? How should I maintain it while I travel in-between two/three countries? #college #business #student #study-abroad #network
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Lourdes’s Answer
Hi. I think the most important part of studying abroad is creating a network of friends who can support you while you stay there. I studied in the U.S. a couple of years ago and created a group of friends from all over the world. This helped me learn from different cultures and enrich my studying.
The city I studied at was Washington, D.C. and I made sure every weekend while I was off school I could learn from a city rich in culture. In order to maintain your network my only advice is to invest time in staying in touch. As time goes by, people drift apart. However if you invest time in keeping in touch you will create a strong network that will help you along your career path.
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barbara’s Answer
Set aside time each month to follow up with your contacts - even just a short note saying hello.