GoKawiilResearch highlights value of 'weak ties' for career advancement
New commentary on workplace networking argues that loosely connected acquaintances, rather than close colleagues, often provide the most useful leads for job opportunities. These peripheral contacts are described as sources of fresh information and connections not already circulating within a person's close circle.
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The idea builds on long-standing social science findings about 'the strength of weak ties,' suggesting professionals may be underinvesting in loose acquaintances while focusing energy on close colleagues. This could imply that job seekers and career-minded professionals should broaden outreach beyond their immediate circle to access non-redundant information.
- Weak, infrequent connections may offer more novel job leads than close colleagues.
- Close work friendships remain valuable for happiness but may overlap in information.
- Expanding peripheral networks could broaden access to new opportunities.
Source: fastcompany.com, 2026-10-04
Published there as: “Your best career contacts could be the people you barely know”
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