Alan Rasof explains why you should invest an adequate amount of time into networking. From the multitude of benefits for yourself as a professional to making life-long friendships, there are plenty of reasons why you should spend more of your time networking.

1. W H Y Y O U S H O U L D I N V E S T Y O U R T I M E
I N N E T W O R K I N G
B Y A L A N R A S O F

2. Networking is one
of the most
important
professional skills
you can learn that
will continuously
give benefits
throughout your
career and can
give you more
tools than any
other investment
regardless of what
field you are in.

3. • Keep in mind, networking takes time and gratification does not come instantly.
• But, recognizing the rewards that come with networking will help you realize
that it’s all worth it in the end.
• The following are just a few examples of why you should invest time into
networking

4. • First, networking enables you to build benefits that can last longer and have more
meaning than money and career choices, it allows you to gain significant friendships.
• Having friends in your business is a vital and often overlooked aspect that results
from networking.

5. • Working can get lonely,
especially if you’re working
behind a cubicle every day
with only a computer
screen to keep you
company.
• But having an actual
person who understands
what you do is beneficial
on both emotional and
psychological levels.

6. • Relationships keep this world spinning, and having strong friendships
associated with your job will not only motivate you, but make you
happier and more eager to go to work each day.

7. • Along with gaining friendships in your business niche, these people you have
close ties with can offer mutual help when it comes to your career.
• Whether it is helping you reach for a promotion by giving you a great reputation
and strong recommendations within your company, or helping you feel a sense of
community involvement, friendships often result in assistance with your career.

8. Not only can they help further your networking investments by introducing you to
great people in your field, but they can help you find a way out of sticky situations by
having your back when things go wrong and giving you a heads up on various
information.

9. • Lastly, networking will provide you with a plethora of opportunities for you to excel as
a professional.
• If you think that you’re not gaining any opportunities within your workplace, it’s
probably time for you to focus on building your network.

10. • According to an article written by Chris Garrett entitled 5
Reasons You Should Invest Your Time in Networking:
• “All the best opportunities are shared person to person in back
channels. Everything from prime domain sales through to
employment opportunities. If two people are equally qualified
then it goes to who you know, like and trust. A lot of the time
even when the person you like is less qualified.”

11. • Networking won’t only give you new opportunities for you to get ahead in your
career, but these opportunities can also pave the path for a happier career.
• You can accomplish more than you would ever think possible with the help of
networking and meeting professionals that truly care and want to help you
succeed.

12. • To read more about why networking is worth
your time, read Chris Garrett’s article here .