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Weatherhead's Richard E. Boyatzis discusses networking and the importance of personal connections

Media | January 21, 2026 | Story by: Editorial Staff

8 tips to network like a pro, according to experts

Verywell Health: Richard E. Boyatzis, Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Organizational Behavior at Weatherhead School of Management, said he advises people to remember names and personal details so contacts feel valued, not transactional—an approach that favors fewer, deeper connections over collecting business cards.