What are your tips for networking effectively? Do find it easier or more difficult to network after a layoff?

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Harder after getting laid off, mostly because I am coming out of desperation to try and make new connections. It has been a good learning experience though to keep building the network when you don’t need it, instead of just when I did all from my personal perspective anyways.

I agree! I feel like I'm struggling to find a balance where I can be genuine/eager, but not too desperate, because in reality I am.

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Morning! Being laid off sux, I been down this road 5x in my career it never bets easier.

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