Networking is often treated as an optional or secondary part of academic life, but it is in fact a critical component of faculty success—just as important as developing leadership in research, teaching, and service. Far from simply engaging in social events, effective networking involves intentionally building relationships with people who understand your goals, provide guidance and feedback, and offer accountability and encouragement to help amplify your work and impact.
This video course redefines what it means to network as an academic and introduces five essential types of professional relationships that support long-term career development. Through guided examples, scripts, and reflection exercises, the course equips faculty with the skills and confidence to make meaningful asks and cultivate mutually supportive, purpose-driven networks.
View this one-hour and thirty-minute workshop facilitated by Dr. Allison DiBianca Fasoli, where you examine the common beliefs that can hold them back from making connections—such as feeling like a burden or fearing self-promotion—and replace them with mindsets of generosity and strategic vulnerability. Whether you’re just beginning your academic career or stepping into a new leadership role, this course offers a systematic and empowering approach to building a network that supports your goals and strengthens your professional community.
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