Networking skills include:
1. The ability to be real and authentic with others rather than reverting into stiffness and unnecessary formality is critical in making conversations with someone new feel natural, enjoyable, and mutually beneficial.
2. Proper preparation before a conversation with someone new is also highly important; if you do not have a clear idea of the reasons you are reaching out to them, the kinds of questions you would like to ask, and the type of value you might be able to offer in return for their insight, you are less likely to come out of the discussion feeling like there was enough value shared between the two of you to make further conversations worthwhile.
3.Organization skills can also be surprisingly important. If you are building relationships with many people over time, it can be very helpful to track them in some way, including recording ways in which you might want to follow up with them and the timing for that follow-up.
4. In today’s world, online competency is also extremely helpful. Knowing how to utilize LinkedIn and other platforms can take your networking to the next level.