M2. Career Preparation

The Role of Professional Networking and Organizations in Career Advancement Student Name Institution Course Professor Name Date The Role of Professional Networking and Organizations in Career Advancement Professional networking is very important in career development since it exposes people to mentorship, knowledge sharing, and exposure. As Qureshi and Saleem (2016) state, networking can make individuals reach the hidden job market, get referrals, and gain credibility among their colleagues. Most of the career opportunities are never advertised; instead they are shared through personal or professional networks. A good relationship also means that an individual stands a better chance of knowing these openings and being promoted. One example is the fact that an individual can attend career fairs, professional groups on LinkedIn, or industry conferences, which allow creating networks that can lead to mentorships, collaborative projects, and even promotions. Professional organizations and associations can also provide the support needed in caree...