In a professional world still marked by gender inequalities, building and maintaining a solid network is essential to advance your career. Elizabeth Tchoungui, a French-Cameroonian journalist and writer, shares valuable advice to enable women to assert themselves and prosper thanks to their network.

Elizabeth Tchoungui emphasizes that the network plays a key role in professional success, particularly for women, who often have to overcome structural obstacles in the world of work. Networking allows :

• To discover professional opportunities that are not always visible,
• To gain visibility, particularly in sectors where women remain underrepresented,
• To share experiences and learn from the journeys of other inspiring women,
• To create mutual support, essential to face professional challenges.

Dare to make contact

It is essential to overcome your fears and take the initiative to get in touch with inspiring people. Whether through professional social networks like LinkedIn or at networking events, you have to learn to introduce yourself and explain your ambitions clearly.

Cultivate authenticity

An effective network is based on sincere and authentic relationships. It is not about collecting contacts, but about building quality connections, based on exchange and mutual trust. Elisabeth recommends showing interest in the journeys of others and sharing your own experiences transparently.

Rely on women's communities

Women's support groups, whether professional circles, associations or online platforms, are powerful tools for women. These communities offer safe spaces where it is possible to express yourself, learn and encourage each other. A bit like our PARIS TALLWOMEN community 

Give as much as receive

It is important to actively contribute to your network. Offering help, sharing your knowledge or supporting other women strengthens ties and encourages a positive dynamic.

Networking training

Networking is a skill that can be learned. Participating in training or workshops on the subject can help develop techniques to connect effectively with others, while gaining confidence.

A good network should not be limited to a single sector or to profiles similar to yours. On the contrary, you need to surround yourself with people from varied backgrounds. This diversity allows you to enrich your perspectives, access unexpected opportunities and better understand the global challenges of the professional world.

In conclusion,

Working on your network does not happen overnight. It is a process that requires time, energy and perseverance. But the benefits are immense: a solid network can open doors, offer valuable support and allow you to build a fulfilling career.

Women have everything to gain by investing in their network, supporting each other and daring to dream big. So, dare to meet others and build a network that suits you.