Women and Networking

Networks are comprised of people who want to support one another. In this sincere narrative, young women get a clear and practical resource for forming, building, and maintaining networks, whether in terms of finding a job, internship, gym, or Web designer. Readers learn about informal and formal networks, comfort and professional networks, and how to build, nurture, and share their networks. This straightforward volume provides young women with the tools to use their networks for reaching their goals—from volunteering, applying to college, starting a business, finding a job––in the community or online. Ten Great Questions to Ask a Mentor and intriguing sidebars such as creating "the elevator pitch" or quick networking speech and staying organized add to the book's appeal.