Apply or Network First?

I’m applying for SA 2026 roles and I have done some networking but it has been with mainly BBs and MMs.

I know that many EB’s are opening now but I have not had a chance to networking with all that I want to apply for.

Should I submit my application first then go hard on networking on the 6th or wait till I can email on the 6th and the apply after a coffee chat?

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