Everyone likes being efficient. And most people feel somewhat awkward in meeting new people. So, most people in a job search try to do their “networking” online and over the phone. It seems more efficient in being able to get to more people faster, and it’s less intimidating to send someone an email than to meet face-to-face. Results, however, are FAR greater from those face-to-face meetings than countless phone calls and emails. Do they take more time, effort and risk? Definitely. However, the potential outcomes far exceed the alternatives! Read more.