Networking and Professional Readiness

How is networking necessary for building a successful career?  Identify the networking strategy you think is the most effective for the job search, and  which strategy you think is most effective for ongoing professional development. Explain why.

PS: Read the following articles which can be accessed from the elibrary before responding to the discussion questions and participation in discussion conversations.
1. Networking as Job Search Behavior: A Social Network Perspective
2. Using Social Media to Boost Your Career. When Used Judiciously, These Mediums can go a Long Way toward Creating a Robust Network.
3. The Importance of Networking Through Professional Organizations.