Networking is a life skill that will enhance your personal and professional growth whether you are looking to advance in place or find a new employer. On-the-Job Networking: Building valuable connections at work offers a solid approach to networking at your current place of employment for the purpose of meeting new people, developing a skill, changing positions or gaining a promotion. Through self-exploration and practical exercises, you will learn what to do and not do to hone your networking skills within your workplace. As you become networking savvy, you will enrich your career on-the-job, as well as the value you bring to your current and future employers.