A person should build many 'weak ties' with others. These are casual connections. They are a main source of new ideas and chances. They can also lead to stronger friendships.
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A person should build many 'weak ties' with others.
These are casual connections. They are a main source of new ideas and chances. They can also lead to stronger friendships.
A person can build many weak ties. These are easy connections with people. Examples are a person at a dog park, a barista, or a book club member. These connections do not need a lot of effort. They are a good way to get new information. They also bring new chances. Weak ties can introduce a person to new, closer friends.
A student wants to find a new job. The student talks to many people in different classes. The student also chats with the coffee shop worker. One of these casual talks leads to an introduction. This introduction helps the student find a job opening. The student would not have found this job alone.
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A person should build many 'weak ties' with others. These are casual connections. They are a main source of new ideas and chances. They can also lead to stronger friendships.