relationships

Beginner 💼 Corporate / Business

Definition

The complex web of professional connections you cultivate so someone remembers you exist when they're handing out opportunities. In business, relationships are the currency that makes things happen—more valuable than your actual qualifications and way more exhausting than they sound.

Example Usage

She spent the entire conference working the room, knowing that strong relationships would land her the partnership before her pitch deck ever would.

Source: Business and corporate networking terminology

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