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See how to network working from a home office.

admin • 17 Sep 2023

Even if you have an excellent education and the skills most valued by the market, without a good network of contacts, it is more difficult to succeed in your career.

The easiest way to develop networking is to be present at meetings, meetings, and events. But what about those who work from home?

It may seem complicated, but it is possible. We've prepared some tips to help you network while working from home. Check out!

Why is the network even working from home?

Working from home makes you less likely to attend events and meet people in your work environment.

Therefore, one of the most effective ways to meet people is through the contacts you already have.

And that's how networking is formed: like a spider's web. Connecting you to people you know until your network is large and diverse.

In addition to allowing you to have more opportunities, good networking helps you to acquire more experience.

But how? Simple: constantly contacting other professionals in your field.

As strange as it may seem to include people in your network who may want the same opportunities as you, not everything translates into competition.

These contacts help put you in a great position to exchange tips, learn new techniques, and keep up to date.

Knowing different experiences helps you to understand some aspects of the area better. Plus, it can make all the difference in how you work.

What's more, when you need a referral for a job, you'll have a list of professionals to choose from.

Therefore, it is worth sharing opportunities with colleagues in the same area.

Tips for networking while working from home

Now that you know the importance of a good network of contacts, you just need to learn how to develop this network, even working remotely.

Check out the tips below.

1. Use LinkedIn to your advantage

LinkedIn is much more than a professional social network, it is a powerful tool to develop good networking.

You can see your contacts' contacts, the employees of a particular company, and people who work in the same places as you.

Therefore, as the social network was created for this, it is very easy to send messages to professionals and expand your network without being intrusive.

In addition, many companies post vacancies on LinkedIn and select candidates there. So it's worth keeping your profile up to date.

2. Participate in events, lectures and workshops

Invest your time (and money, in some cases) by attending online events.

Maybe you don't meet as many people as you do on social media, but what counts here is the quality of your contacts.

Everyone at an event has an interest in the topic being discussed. So it's likely that they act in the same area as you.

This is a good way to find opportunities in your area.

3. Don't dismiss your former colleagues

Try to stay in touch with your classmates from college or your last job. You don't have to talk to them all the time, but make sure you do.

For example, add them on social media and comment on their posts from time to time. When there is a chance, try to talk.

These people can refer you to good opportunities, in addition to presenting valuable contacts for your networking.

4. Have a good portfolio and share it with your networks

This tip is essential for creative professionals or freelancers. After all, having a complete portfolio helps people learn about your skills and background.

Some social networks, such as Behance, were created exclusively for this. The best thing is that you can be found through the platform.

Therefore, promote your portfolio on social networks and ask your friends to share it.

Thus, your work goes further and incredible opportunities can arise.

5. Use freelancer-oriented websites

With a simple Google search, you can find dozens of apps and websites aimed at freelancers.

Even if you don't want to work as a freelancer, it might be a good idea to create an account and advertise your work.

Like LinkedIn, these platforms were created to talk about work. Plus, they're full of employers, recruiters, and other professionals in your field.

6. Join groups on LinkedIn or Facebook

It may sound silly, but participating in these groups can help you build a good network.

Many groups are aimed at publicizing vacancies and exchanging tips. So you can find people with common interests and share your portfolio.

It's possible to make meaningful connections with people you'd never meet outside of these groups (all without leaving your home).

7. Don't be ashamed to talk

You'll only get good networking if you're willing to take chances.

So call the people you want to talk to, send messages, and spread your work.

Take the chances that arise to interact, but don't overdo it! Otherwise, you could be seen as an inconvenience.

8. Make yourself present

It's no use meeting many people if they don't know you.

Therefore, a great way to develop your networking working from home is to talk about your work on social media.

Always be present and don't forget to create quality content often.

This increases your chances of being remembered for an opportunity, as well as being good for your personal marketing.

9. Invest in your work

When someone refers you to an opportunity, you receive a vote of confidence.

So, if you don't do a good job, you won't be considered for the next opportunity. After all, this could also harm the person who referred you.

So, always be up to date and make sure your work is impeccable.

Invest in courses to specialize and, in your free time, do personal projects that can be included in your portfolio.

This increases your chances of being recognized and seen as a reference in your area.