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esco_label: "develop professional network"
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generator: gemma3:27b (prompt-designed and spot-checked by Claude)
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# develop professional network — HR Manager

For an HR Manager, 'developing a professional network' isn’t just collecting LinkedIn connections – it’s actively building *relationships* that directly impact your ability to deliver for the business. Daily tasks include attending industry events (SHRM conferences, local HR association meetings), proactively reaching out to peers at other companies (especially those known for best practices in areas you're focusing on like DE&I or compensation), and maintaining contact with recruiters specializing in key skillsets. It means being a resource *for* others – sharing insights, offering advice, even just making introductions – not solely asking for favors. Think of it as building a 'bench' of expertise you can tap into.

## Praxiswissen (Stack Exchange, CC-BY-SA 4.0)

**The asker feels excluded from networking opportunities because coffee and beer are central to workplace social interactions, but they don't enjoy either beverage.**

Social rituals like offering drinks aren’t necessarily about *consuming* the drink itself; they're about building connection. It's perfectly acceptable to politely decline offered beverages or substitute them with something you prefer without explanation, and focusing on the conversation is what truly matters. Don't feel pressured to participate in a ritual that feels disingenuous – prioritize genuine interaction over conforming to expectations.

*Source: [How can I politely work my way around not liking coffee or beer when it comes to](https://workplace.stackexchange.com/q/138674) — answer by spikey_richie, CC-BY-SA 4.0*

## Weitere Anreicherung

Stage-2 source for future practitioner grounding: CORE / DOAB (open-access HR & organisational research).
