No matter where you are in your career, networking is one of the best ways to learn about an occupation, company culture and changes in the industry. If you have been with one employer for a number of years, you probably want to learn what is trending in other companies. If you are about to graduate, you want a better understanding of the day-to-day routine and duties of a job to assess its fit. Networking is about building relationships, learning and sharing information – it’s not about hitting people up for a job. Read more.