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Fiona and Polly

Career contacts and conversations: how to reach out to people and start networking

8 July 2022

Getting inside knowledge by talking to people working in the sector you’re aiming for and connecting with employers – we call it ‘networking’ for short. It’s something everyone is apprehensive about, but most people can find a way that works for them once they give it a go. It can help you achieve your goals […]

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