Networking Strategies

adjective describing someone who is outgoing and sociable

• She is known for being an extroverted individual who thrives in social settings.
• My extroverted friend always knows how to liven up a party.
• I can always count on my extroverted buddy to bring the energy.
• His extroverted personality is like a ray of sunshine in a room full of clouds.

noun a slippery or oily substance used to reduce friction or lubricate machinery

verb to apply grease or lubricant to something in order to reduce friction or make it run smoothly

• In order to expedite the approval process, it is important to grease the wheels by submitting all necessary documentation.
• If you want to get things done quickly, you need to grease the wheels by talking to the right people.
• If you want to make sure your application gets approved, you gotta grease the wheels with some extra cash.
• A little bit of networking can help grease the wheels and get your project moving forward smoothly.

noun the act of trying to gain favor or approval

adjective intended to gain approval or favor; charming or flattering

• She attempted to win over the new boss by using ingratiating language and gestures.
• He was being overly ingratiating towards his crush, hoping she would notice him.
• Stop being so ingratiating, it's getting annoying.
• The politician's ingratiating smile hid his true intentions.

noun a close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups involved understand each other's feelings or ideas and communicate well

• Building a strong rapport with clients is essential for a successful business relationship.
• I feel like we really hit it off and have a good rapport.
• We vibe well together, our rapport is on point.
• The rapport between the two countries has improved significantly since the peace treaty.

noun a person who tries to gain favor by flattering someone in authority

adjective describing someone who engages in the act of brownnosing

• The manager was displeased with the brownnoser who constantly tried to gain favor by flattering them.
• I can't stand that brownnoser in the office who is always sucking up to the boss.
• That brownnoser is such a kiss-ass, always trying to get on the boss's good side.
• The brownnoser's constant flattery was like a bad smell that wouldn't go away.