How does Full-Time Networking Work?

Hi all,

There's a lot of resources regarding undergrad networking for SA or FT recruitment, and the networking was pretty standardized. Sending out emails with the same format: Hi my name is Name, I'm a [year] studying [major] at school. I'm interested in IB etc., associated with a resume drop to determine if they want to talk to you. Then the introduction in the call is just a reiteration of yourself, experience, and interest in IB. 

But how does this work in Full-Time networking work? Is the etiquette different in sending out emails and how I introduce myself in the call? Or am I limited to the in-person conventions, fireside chats, or finance events? What if I'm not looking to lateral to their firm in specific, but wanted to learn more about their career?

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What’s the point of networking if it’s not oriented towards getting a job (or building business)? Either you’re reaching out because you want a job or because you want to learn more about a role/group/firm/industry to see if you want a job in it.

Also, networking is the exact same once you’re out of college except instead of being a wide eyed college student, you’re a professional that has real questions, reasons for wanting to join/leave your firm, and can connect on the actual job. You’re still sending out emails, sharing resumes, asking questions, asking to be connected to others, etc.

 

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