What’s your best networking advice? Especially when it comes to conversations/networking with non-black interactions. A lot of times, I feel like there’s nothing in common so I don’t talk.

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There’s always something in common, you just have to find it. To start, if you’re networking with this person you likely must do similar types of work, work within the same company, or have a joint interest, so start there. Then just get to know them - hobbies, tv shows, etc. It’s definitely awkward at first, but hopefully you’ll find it to be worth the effort! We’re all people in the end

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I agree that you may have things in common (outside of work) than originally meets the eye. At least try and if it doesn’t work, find someone else.

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