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  • You have clearly explained the theory behind networking. Probably Joe Bradley heard a similar explanation in the workshops that he followed. But in Joe Bradley's experience, this theory does not work in practice. Can you add something related to that to your answer? Commented May 17, 2019 at 11:31
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    @Pakk I'm not sure that that's accurate. OP seems to expect to continue relationships with people through networking (the lunches) and to be called up out of the blue for recommendation requests or job offers. Which is exactly what I refuted in my answer. Commented May 17, 2019 at 12:00
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    Oh, now I see what you mean. In my own words, your answer can be summarized as "You are expecting the wrong benefits of networking. The real benefit is increased recognition." I was confused because I am fully aware that networking is said to benefit you because of increased name recognition, but I have never seen any empirical evidence that networking is good far a career. All I have seen are claims by 'experts' who happen to sell courses/workshops to become better in networking. Your answer to Joe Bradley's question is excellent, excuse me for the previous comment. Commented May 17, 2019 at 12:18