How to build a networking plan
A simple plan has a goal, the schools and fields you want to reach, and a target for each. Here is how to set one up.
Choose one goal
Pick a number you can explain, such as 500 new connections by the end of the term. A smaller goal you keep is better than a large one you drop.
List the schools and fields
Write down the schools, colleges or companies you want to meet people from, and the disciplines or roles you care about. You can add the other ways each is written, such as UBC and University of British Columbia.
Set a target for each
Give every field a total and, if you like, a share for each school. Pending invitations never count toward a target; only accepted connections do.
Record where you are today
Enter your current connection count so progress is measured from your real starting point.
Work in small daily batches
Use the daily queue to review a few people, write a short note and send the invitation yourself. The app never sends anything for you.