How to network and socialise for success

Figure out what kind of networking works best with you. For instance, if you are uncomfortable in large groups, socialising over one-on-one coffee might work the best for you. Once you’ve understood your style, it will become easier to approach the right kind of people to build your network.

There are many ways for you to imply when trying to make a friend, connection, or social network. You can start by following these tips that we have gathered for you, which will help you start an interaction with an unknown person whom you met at a party or college event:

It is best to start socialising with people you know already. These could be people in the university, at your hostel or even at library you go to with whom you can seek creating meaningful friendships.

Simple tip: If it seems difficult to approach people, try to introduce yourself to your classmate sitting beside you to get a head start. Once it works, move around in the classroom and rotate your seat to meet more peers.

The faculty at any institution is experienced and already has many industry connections. Keep interacting with them to know if there are any networking events happening in and around the campus. They can also help you update you about various internship or job opportunities  available for students in the area.

Become an active participant in a student club or community of choice. This will help meet new people of similar tastes as well enhance your organisational and leadership skills as well. You can make friends or connections while having to enjoy yourself, sounds fun right?

Keep checking the notice boards and bulletins for any upcoming networking events or seminars as these are amazing people to meet potential employers and valuable industry connections. Walk up and introduce yourself to people, exchange contact details and keep in touch later.

Make use of networking sites such as LinkedIn and Twitter to meet professionals of your industry. Be proactive and engage in conversations with organisations and other industry leaders who share ongoing trends and updates of interest. This will make you look responsible and interested.

Reach out to your university’s alumni and connect with them. They can help you understand the challenges they went through and offer you some practical advice on life after studies. 

They will give you the best advice as they already know the struggle and outcome of their challenging work. It is the best way for you to gain as much as knowledge you can.

We know it can be a bit challenging but you can do it! It is okay to feel nervous before you make the first move, but it will be worth it and if you want to start your journey of studying abroad, do not worry! We are here to help you. You can get in touch with our international education experts who will guide you throughout your procedure. You can start by booking an IELTS test with us at IDP.