For up-and-coming leaders, networking can feel more like a necessary chore than a valuable opportunity. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be that way. The discomfort of networking often comes ...

Business networking is crucial to growing any business. It’s not just about meeting people; it’s about forming meaningful relationships that can lead to new opportunities. Effective networking can ...

In a world of digital noise and curated personas, authenticity fosters a deeper, more lasting connection. Networking for today’s world (and tomorrow’s) will require a balance of technology and human ...

In today’s job market, the traditional way of applying on job boards is being replaced by applicant tracking systems and bots. They scan your résumé only for keywords but fail to comprehend any ...

“I’m not looking to go viral,” says Sharon Obasi of her use of LinkedIn. “I’m looking just to be authentic, make connections and see how other people are approaching similar topics.” Obasi, a ...

Relationships are more than just social niceties—they’re strategic assets. Whether you're launching a lifestyle brand, leading a nonprofit initiative, or building a vocational training program, the ...

You may be surprised to learn that the job opportunities that are advertised online or through the Bates Center for Purposeful Work represent only about 20 percent of all the jobs that are available.

As AI becomes more and more integrated into our lives, the evolution of AI tools for business networking holds promise. We can anticipate the development of even more sophisticated AI tools designed ...

Networking presents invaluable opportunities to expand connections, build rapport, and establish relationships that advance professional goals. Events can cover an array of contexts, from large-scale ...

The ESSENCE Festival of Culture is a premier Black cultural event, drawing hundreds of thousands to New Orleans each summer for a weekend brimming with electrifying music, vibrant culture, exquisite ...