Networking feels awkward. It's also how most people get jobs.
Referrals convert at -x the rate of cold applications. For career changers without traditional credentials, networking matters even more. A warm introduction bypasses resume screeners who might filter you out.
I'll teach you networking that doesn't feel sleazy. You're not "using" people. You're building genuine relationships that happen to help your career.
If you skip this section, you're making the job search harder than it needs to be.