Most people find networking draining. Are there ways you can make it more bearable?
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I guess as an introvert it is pretty difficult to find the energy to pretend like you actually enjoy what someone next to you said.
It is easier said than done, but I try to stop and think about why I network before start networking. If I know why I want a certain relationship, I tend to feel more confident and comfortable reaching out to people. Also, how I frame networking has helped me. Instead of seeing networking as a means to get some short-term benefits, treating it as a part of long-term personal/professional development helps me not to rush in conversations.