Make three wish lists of people you admire: These are people with whom you want to develop deeper relationships. Consider: Strongest Ties: People you already know; connection is already warm; the person is likely to be responsive and willing to help. 50/50: People you know loosely or through one or two degrees of separation; you could be introduced through your network; the person might respond to an e-mail or call request. Long Shots: People you do not know, and with whom direct connection would be difficult; “big fish” who, if they said yes, you would be ridiculously excited to speak with.
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