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Get ready to start networking! If you’re uncomfortable with the process or unfamiliar with the best ways to go about it, don’t worry. These fail-safe tips will help you effectively develop a network of IT professionals. Put yourself out there: The first step of any kind of networking is to put yourself out there. When people don’t know that you exist, you can’t build relationships with them. For the best results, blend your networking across multiple platforms. Attending a handful of networking events with your coworkers is a good start, but it only addresses one of the potential areas of networking that you should be participating in. According to Business Network International’s Misner, participating in a networking group breaks down into four types. 1) Casual contact networks (networking events or industry mixers) 2) Knowledge networks (professional associations) 3) Strong contact networks (groups that meet frequently specifically to build professional relationships) 4)...