Professional Networking

8 words in this vocabulary list

noun A person with whom one works, typically in a profession or business.

  • I will discuss this matter with my colleague before making a decision.
  • I'll ask my colleague about it and let you know.
  • I'll check with my work buddy before deciding.
  • My colleague is my right-hand person when it comes to solving problems.

noun a relationship in which a person, thing, or idea is linked or associated with something else

  • Building strong connections with industry leaders is crucial for career advancement.
  • I've made some great connections at networking events that have really helped me out.
  • I'm always trying to expand my connections to get ahead in my field.
  • The connections between different aspects of the project became clear after further analysis.

noun a person who writes articles or provides content for a publication or website

  • The researcher was a significant contributor to the groundbreaking study.
  • She's been a major contributor to the team's success.
  • He's a real MVP, always a top contributor in the group projects.
  • As the sun set, the artist painted the sky with vibrant colors, a key contributor to the beauty of the scene.

noun a man or boy

adjective used to describe someone who is the same as you in some way, such as age, job, or social class

  • The fellow sitting next to me at the conference is a renowned expert in the field.
  • I met a fellow at the party who shares my love for hiking.
  • That fellow is always up to some mischief.
  • As we navigate through life, we encounter many fellow travelers on our journey.

noun the act of being drawn to someone or something in a reciprocal manner

  • The two individuals shared a mutual attraction that was evident to everyone around them.
  • There was definitely a mutual attraction between them, you could see it in the way they looked at each other.
  • They were totally into each other, there was some serious mutual attraction going on.
  • Their chemistry was electric, a mutual attraction that couldn't be denied.

noun a companion or friend who works in the same office

  • My office buddy and I collaborate on projects to ensure they are completed efficiently.
  • My office buddy and I always grab lunch together during our break.
  • My office buddy and I are like two peas in a pod, always cracking jokes and having a good time.
  • Having a reliable office buddy makes the workday feel less daunting and more enjoyable.

noun A person who is advised, trained, or counseled by a mentor

  • The mentor provided valuable guidance to their mentee throughout the internship program.
  • The mentee learned a lot from their mentor and improved their skills.
  • The mentee totally aced that project with the help of their mentor.
  • Like a sapling growing under the care of a seasoned gardener, the mentee flourished under the mentor's guidance.

noun Salary is a fixed regular payment, typically paid on a monthly basis, made by an employer to an employee.

  • Please provide your telephone number and salary details on the application form.
  • Hey, don't forget to fill in your phone number and salary info on the form.
  • Make sure to drop your digits and salary deets on the form, okay?
  • Your telephone number is like your calling card, and your salary is the reward for your hard work.