Networking In Research

You know you should network. But you probably don’t know what to say or how to get on people’s radar. Here’s an easy 7-step LinkedIn networking strategy (that anyone can use): 1. The 3 Principles Of Good Networking If you want to network effectively, you need to: - Have a way to reach people - Have a way to add value to them - Have a way to keep the engagement going This strategy does all three! 2. Make A List Of Job-Related Keywords Think of keywords, skills, phrases, and jargon that align with your target role. Ex: If you’re in sales, that might be “sales,” “leads,” “pipeline,” “sales cycle,” etc. Make a quick list of these. 3. Run A “Post” Search On LinkedIn Start with one keyword (or the job title itself). Run a search for it on LinkedIn. From the “Filters” option, select “Posts.” Then change “Date Posted” to “Past Week.” 4. Filter By “Author Company” Click on “All Filters” to find the “Author Company” filter. Add all of your target companies to this filter. This will give you a list of all the posts related to your target role, written by people at your target companies, posted in the past week! 5. Analyze Posts & Authors Scroll through the posts. When you find one that resonates? Click the person’s profile and check to see if they post consistently (at least once / week). If they do? Bookmark their profile in your browser. 6. Leave A Value Driven Comment For each author you find that posts regularly in your target space? Leave a comment on their post recent post that is: - Supportive - Postive in tone - Offers your own take / value - Is more than one sentence Repeat for each author. 7. Rinse & Repeat Daily Every day, click through the author profiles you have bookmarked. See a new post? Leave a new comment. Repeat this process every weekday if you can. But aim to leave at least one comment / week at minimum. 8. Why This Works Content creators love engagement. By cosistently offering that in a positive way, you’re going to get on their radar. And when you’ve done this for a week or two, the likelihood of getting a “yes” to a coffee chat, or even a referral, goes WAY up. Give it a shot today! 📣 Want help turning this 7-step networking routine into a system that turns cold contacts into referrals and interviews? 👉 Book a free 30-min Clarity Call with our team and we’ll walk you through exactly how: https://lnkd.in/gdysHr-r

How could I build a career if I couldn't even handle a "simple" networking event? Twenty years later, I'm CHRO. And I still hate networking events. But I cracked the code. Traditional networking assumes collecting 50 business cards equals success. For introverts? One deep conversation beats 50 shallow hellos. Quality over quantity isn't just our preference. It's our superpower. So I built my own system. ——————————————— → The 100-Point Energy Budget Every event, you start with 100 energy points: • Random small talk: -15 • Meaningful conversation: -5 • Pretending to laugh at bad jokes: -20 • Finding a fellow introvert: +10 • Strategic "email break": +5 Hit 20 points? Leave. That's not quitting. It's resource management. ——————————————— → The 3-Deep Rule While extroverts collect 50 cards, I build 3 real connections. They get names. I get allies. They get LinkedIn adds. I get coffee meetings. They get forgotten. I get remembered. One meaningful conversation > 50 forgettable handshakes. Tell people you're "gathering insights for research." Now it's an interview, not small talk. Arrive 15 minutes early. Quieter room, better conversations. ——————————————— → The Opener That Works "I'm testing a theory that admitting you're an introvert at networking events creates better connections. You're participant seven." People lean in. They want in on your experiment. Ask what matters: "What problem are you tackling right now?" "If you weren't here, what would you rather be doing?" ——————————————— → The Lighthouse Strategy Don't circulate. Plant yourself somewhere visible. Let people come to you. Or volunteer at check-in for 30 minutes. Meet everyone, defined role, then disappear. Set 45-minute alarms. Energy check. Below 5? Bathroom break. ——————————————— → Permission Granted You can officially: • Leave after 52 minutes • Eat lunch alone at conferences • Say "I need to recharge" • Build your network through LinkedIn • Skip events that don't serve you My biggest deals came from 1-on-1 coffees, not cocktail parties. My best hires came from deep conversations, not speed networking. ——————————————— → The Truth Successful introverted executives didn't learn to act like extroverts. They learned to network like strategists. My record? 12-minute holiday party appearance. Two conversations. Both mattered. Still got promoted. Once had my assistant call with an "urgent client matter" 45 minutes into a dinner. The client was my cat. Zero regrets. Your quiet nature isn't a bug — it's an executive feature. Your energy management isn't high maintenance — it's self-leadership. The revolution isn't about becoming louder. It's about quiet leaders writing the rules. From a comfortable distance. Through screens or deep connection. Like the evolved professionals we are. ♻️ Share to save an introvert from networking hell 📩 Get my Networking Energy Toolkit → https://lnkd.in/dfhfHWe5

If you want to build a network in 30 days, read this: Goal: Build a foundation for your professional network by forming genuine connections with 10 individuals relevant to your career goals. Before you start: Define your goals: What do you hope to achieve by building your network? (e.g., career advice, industry knowledge, potential job opportunities) Identify target individuals: Who are the people you want to connect with? Consider their expertise, experience, and potential value in achieving your goals. Days 1-10: Laying the groundwork Utilize social media: Update your LinkedIn profile to showcase your skills and experience. Join relevant groups and follow industry leaders. Start small: Reach out to 2-3 people you haven't spoken to recently or connect with 1-2 new contacts. Personalize your message and focus on value. Attend online events: Look for webinars, online conferences, or workshops related to your field. Participate actively and introduce yourself to others virtually. Identify industry influencers: Research thought leaders and key players in your field. Follow their work and engage with their content online. Volunteer your expertise: Research volunteer opportunities related to your industry. This allows you to give back, network, and build your reputation. Days 11-20: Building connections Follow-up with initial contacts: Send a follow-up email or message expressing your appreciation for their time and reiterating your interest in staying connected. Engage in online communities: Participate in relevant online discussions. Offer your insights, answer questions, and build your online presence. Connect through mutual connections: Research your existing network for potential connections who know people you'd like to meet. Seek introductions and personalize your outreach. Attend local events: Look for industry meetups, networking events, or conferences in your area. Prepare conversation starters and actively connect with new people. Leverage alumni networks: If you're a college graduate, reconnect with alumni in your field through professional groups or university resources. Days 21-30: Nurturing relationships Share valuable content: Share relevant articles, industry news, or resources with your connections through emails or social media. Offer congratulations and support: Celebrate your network's achievements and offer support during challenges. Show genuine interest in their lives and careers. Schedule informational interviews: Reach out to individuals you admire and request informational interviews. Use this opportunity to learn more about their career path and gain insights. Be a resource: Look for ways to help others in your network by offering introductions, sharing opportunities, or providing relevant information. Schedule coffee chats: Invite 1-2 people you've connected with for virtual or in-person coffee chats to deepen your relationships and explore potential collaborations. Source: "Reach Out" by Molly Beck

LinkedIn isn’t just a digital resume. If you’re a researcher and not using it, you’re missing out. Most researchers think LinkedIn is only for: ❌ Job seekers ❌ Corporate professionals ❌ Recruiters and sales people But here’s what we uncovered in my LinkedIn for Researchers training for SMU College of Graduate Research Studies @ SMU PhD ✅ Your most valuable connections often come from outside your discipline ✅ LinkedIn is about contributing value, not just self-promotion ✅ Shared interests (or non work stuff!) can lead to genuine networking One participant shared how he connected over cricket, not work— and that got him a hearty response on LinkedIn. That’s the power of authentic networking. Here’s what NOT to do: ❌ Only networking in academic bubbles ❌ Using overly technical terms in your headline (If your job title confuses people outside your field, they’ll scroll past!) ❌ Posting only about your research in a technical or academic writing style (People connect with ideas, not just findings—share your perspectives!) If you only do ONE thing on LinkedIn today: 💬 Leave a comment on a post that caught your interest 💡 Touch base with someone and share an idea, connection or opportunity (or ask a question) 🔄 Connect with people OUTSIDE your field A huge thank you to Singapore Management University , the postgraduate research team CS Yeow Hui Xian Loh Casey Grant Janis, Li Ling Wong and the very engaged group of participants 🙏 PS check out Minghong GENG’s recent post for his takeaways(in comments) 👇 Would a non-expert understand your LinkedIn profile? Yes or No? #LinkedInForResearchers #AcademicNetworking

I didn’t know a single person working in research, policy, or international relations. No network. No referrals. Just late-night Google searches, LinkedIn deep dives, and a lot of awkward messages sent into the void. But somehow… ✅ I landed research roles my field ✅ Won a Commonwealth Shared Scholarship to study in the UK ✅ Attended global conferences hosted by Harvard and UNDP I didn’t crack networking. I built it, slowly, quietly, without pretending to be someone I’m not. And here’s are some things I wish someone had told me earlier: 1. Show up before you feel ‘ready’. I started posting when I had no big wins to share, just thoughts, reflections, questions. That built more trust than polished highlight reels ever could. 2. Network like a researcher, not a job-seeker. Before messaging anyone, I’d read what they wrote, watch what they said, and think about what I could learn, not what I could get. 3. Create proof of interest, not just intent. Instead of saying “I’m interested in xyz” I wrote about it. Posted about it. Took up projects around it. That way, when I reached out to people, they already knew I meant it. 4. Don’t just meet people, map them. I kept a check of people I admired: what they worked on, where they moved, what fellowships they did. Not to copy but to learn the terrain. 5. Add value, quietly. I’ve shared links. Introduced people. Given feedback on essays. Never expected anything in return. And months later that generosity came back in surprising ways. 💬 What’s a networking tip you swear by or one you’re still figuring out? LinkedIn Guide to Creating LinkedIn News India #LinkedInNewsIndia #Networking #research

A Strong LinkedIn Network Does 3 Things for You: Opens Doors, Creates Opportunities, and Builds Influence. But here’s the catch: It only works if you build it right. If you’re just adding connections and calling it networking, you’re missing the real power of LinkedIn. Here’s how to grow your network strategically so it actually works for you: 1️⃣ Connect with the Right People (Not Just Anyone) Send requests to people in your industry, target companies, and thought leaders. Personalize your invites! A simple "Hi, let’s connect" won’t cut it. Mention a shared interest, an article they wrote, or a mutual connection. Quality beats quantity. A small, engaged network is more powerful than thousands of silent connections. 2️⃣ Engage to Be Seen Comment on 3-5 posts daily—but make it meaningful (not just "Great post!"). Ask questions, add insights, and share your take. Engagement = Visibility. When people see you adding value, they remember your name. 3️⃣ Post Content That Starts Conversations Share industry insights, job search tips, or personal career lessons. Don’t be afraid to have an opinion. Safe content doesn’t stand out. Show your expertise AND personality—people connect with people, not robots. 4️⃣ Give Before You Ask Support others before asking for referrals or help. Celebrate wins, share job leads, and be a resource. The more value you give, the more opportunities come back to you. 5️⃣ Stay Consistent You can’t show up once a month and expect results. A strong network is built daily—one comment, one post, one connection at a time. A well-built LinkedIn network doesn’t just help you get hired—it builds your reputation, opens doors you didn’t even know existed, and positions you for long-term success. How do you approach LinkedIn networking? Drop your best tip in the comments! Follow me, Samichi Saluja, for job search strategies, networking tips, and career insights that actually work. #LinkedInNetworking #CareerGrowth #Opportunities #BuildYourBrand #Networking

A question I've got repeatedly lately is, "How do you recommend building a network in healthcare" and part of the follow-up to that question is usually, "what events do you recommend I attend"? It's probably easier to write it and send people this link than it is to repeat it each time. We also sell a "Must Have Guide" that outlines people to follow, networking advice, and events to attend for $9 but I've given it away so many times for free that Antwan D. Williams has given up on telling me to stop doing that 🤣 So here goes, free. The thought process: If you are a hospital administrator, going to a hospital administrator professional association event is probably a really hard place to stand out, especially if there's a lot of attendees. Chances are you all have to dress similarly, and you'll run in to all sorts of people who either have your same job or who are competing with you for the job you want. Not the ideal setup. My 2024 and 2025 advice is to: Go to an event where healthcare isn't the only thing on the agenda, but where there will be healthcare people. SXSW is on my list. It was the first event I went to outside of the true healthcare realm and truly changed the trajectory of my career. It's 100,000 people big (all across the city of Austin, TX across 100+ venues). There's probably 1,000 healthcare people. So, when you meet them, it feels like kindred spirits. They're excited to see you and excited you made the trek across town from the main stage performances to the smaller healthcare floor in one hotel. Your odds of spending quality time with people doing interesting things in healthcare are greatly increased. My 2nd recommendation is international. Upcoming events include MedTech World in Malta in November ( 👋 Dylan Attard MD, MRCSI, MEnt., HealthTech Forward in Barcelona in December (Barcelona Health Hub), London Tech Week in June 2025 (Amber Preston) and HLTH Europe (Henry Stoneley) June 2025 in Amsterdam. Planning ahead, you can spend the same amount on the experience as you would going to Tennessee but you get the added benefit of being a relatively small group within a larger group. There's incredible US leaders (if that's where you want your career to be) that go to these events (you can see on the speaker list or on the LinkedIn posts with the event hashtag) that will be overjoyed to talk to you about how good a chocolate shake from Shake Shack really is, or why Jimmy Johns can deliver food actually freaky fast. You'll stand out, your network will grow, and you'll expand your worldview (or your healthcare ecosystem view if you stay in the states). Free advice, usually around $8 not including taxes. Take that for what it's worth. And, tell me where you're going! 🛫

Meaningful partnerships are important to me. Lately, a significant portion of my work has involved connecting professionals in the healthcare innovation sector. My trip to Dallas last week started with organic introductions I made in 2024. Some may view making business introductions as a simple and quick process. The process takes time, and time has a cost. In healthcare, innovation doesn’t thrive in isolation; it takes the right connections to move ideas forward. But real impact happens when we prioritize relational partnerships over transactional exchanges. It’s about building trust, fostering mutual respect, and creating opportunities that solve real problems. Here are my thoughts on how to make meaningful introductions: ✅ Lead with Value, Not Ego. Don’t focus on what’s in it for you. Prioritize how both sides benefit from the introduction. Relationships built on genuine value last longer and go further. ✅ Know the Gaps Before You Fill Them. Understand the pain points of both parties. High-impact connections happen when you address a critical need or opportunity. ✅ Vet Ruthlessly, Introduce Thoughtfully. Not every connection is worth making. Be selective and introduce only when there’s a clear alignment of values, goals, and capabilities. Protect the integrity of your network. ✅ Do Your Homework. Before making an introduction, ensure you have a thorough understanding of both parties to effectively explain why the connection is significant. ✅ Frame the Introduction with Context. Set the stage. Provide both parties with sufficient background information to understand the relevance and potential of the relationship. Clarity upfront fosters respect and avoids wasted time. ✅ Stay in the Loop (But Don’t Hover). Follow up to see if the introduction was valuable, but don’t micromanage the outcome. Relationships that thrive are built on trust, not control. ✅ Be a Problem Solver, Not Just a Connector. Your role doesn’t end with the introduction. Be available to offer insights or guidance if needed as the relationship develops. ✅ Protect Your Network’s Trust. Introduce only when it makes sense. One mismatched connection can erode trust and weaken your credibility. Guard your network’s reputation as carefully as your own. ✅ Build for the Long Game. Relational partnerships aren’t built overnight. Consistently show up, add value, and nurture trust over time. Sustainable impact comes from authentic, long-term connections. ✅ Celebrate the Wins. When a connection you made leads to something great, acknowledge it. Recognize the impact and reinforce the power of trusted relationships. Relational partnerships move healthcare forward. When trust and respect are the foundation, introductions become catalysts for real change. If you’re serious about advancing innovation, be intentional with your connections. It’s not about quantity. It’s about quality, trust, and lasting impact. 🔥 #healthcareonlinkedin #partnerships #innovation #sme

As an academic, I've experienced over the past decade that LinkedIn isn't just a job search platform. It's a (nearly) perfect environment for research dissemination and stakeholder engagement. Yet... ... most academics underestimate its potential. Here's why it matters: - Research visibility: Share your publications, research insights, and academic achievements directly with a global professional community. - Networking: Connect with researchers, professors, and industry experts across different domains, expanding your academic reach. - Profile building: Build an expert profile that demonstrates your expertise, research interests, and professional journey. Key strategies for academic LinkedIn success: 1. Optimise your profile with keywords relevant to your field 2. Regularly share research summaries and insights 3. Engage with academic and professional content 4. Join discipline-specific groups 5. Use multimedia like presentations, research posters, PDFs of your papers. The majority of my research and commercial projects originated from engagement here. Have you experienced the same? #Scientist #Science #PhD #Professor #Engagement #Postgraduate #Postdoc #Academia #Research #Impact

I sat across from a colleague who was on the verge of giving up on medicine. A brilliant mind, yet he felt trapped. What changed his path? Networking. Here’s how you can harness the power of networking to pivot your career in medicine. Whether you're an earlycareer physician or a seasoned practitioner, networking can redefine your trajectory. Think of it as building a bridge between where you are and where you want to be. Here are actionable steps to leverage networking: ✅ Start with your current network. → Reach out to mentors, colleagues, and even patients. ↳ You never know who might have the connection you need. ✅ Attend medical conferences and seminars. → Not just for learning, but also for meeting likeminded professionals. ↳ Use these events as opportunities to discuss your goals and aspirations. ✅ Join professional organizations. → Become active in groups like the American Medical Association or specialtyspecific societies. ↳ These groups often have career resources and networking events. ✅ Utilize social media platforms. → LinkedIn isn't just for corporate professionals. ↳ Engage in discussions, post your insights, and connect with peers globally. ✅ Seek informational interviews. → Identify and reach out to physicians who have made similar career changes. ↳ Learn from their journeys and ask for advice. ✅ Offer value before asking for help. → Share your knowledge, offer to help with projects, and be a resource. ↳ Relationships are reciprocal, and giving first often leads to receiving. Remember, a single conversation can open doors to new opportunities. Networking is not just about exchanging business cards. It’s about building meaningful relationships that can guide you to your next career milestone. Start today. Who will you reach out to first? 🔔 Follow me, Dr. Heath Jolliff, for more tips ♻️ Share with your network to help them