Business professionals who don't have a lot of spare time often ask us which networking groups provide the biggest bang for their buck. There are five main types, and what works best depends on the business they're in and the prospects they want to meet.
Here's a quick rundown of the most familiar types.
1. Casual contact networks
2. Strong contact networks
3. Community service clubs
4. Professional associations
5. Online/social media networks
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