Networking Is Important to Nepali Students in Foreign Countries
As we know, the excitement of new experiences often goes side by side with challenges for Nepali students studying overseas, for example adapting to new culture, new education systems and new lifestyle. Networking becomes a tool when this tornado of change sets in. Gaining strong interpersonal as well as professional contacts may help in the transition process, and create a path to success in school as well as in a place of work thus contributing to the total richer and more rewarding experience.
One of networking’s biggest strengths is the effect it has on your academic performance. Familiarizing with the people in the faculties and departments, the students, and academic advisors will help in the understanding of the schooling system in the new country. Peers are helpful sometimes for explanations teachers wouldn’t or couldn’t give due to time constraints, and other students can offer tips and tricks on studying as well as certain things about the course that you may not know. Perhaps you may need to be a part of research collaborations, study groups or join club activities to get and create motivation. Besides, it can be advantageous to look for job opportunities as it is possible to come across rich academic opportunities, such as research, or internships, if you are in contact with the right people.
However, networking is also an important aspect of the professional growth process. It's needed for Nepali students who want to go for jobs overseas or seek foreign experience later. Meeting people can result in sources for industry events, internships or part-time jobs. Participation in fairs, workshops, and social functions help to interact with introduction of potential customers, employees, and mentors. Since most employers prefer applicants who have letters of recommendation from reputable affiliations, you should build a powerful network, so as to secure your desired job.
Again in a more individualistic manner, networking reduces the psychological and social costs associated with moving to an alien country. You will get homesick, you will be lonely sometimes, and all the time you will feel somehow different from the others. The process of transition is thus eased by forming friendships with other people, it could be the locals or other students from other countries. Social relationships also play a role in cultural interchange, to learn from others, to share experiences; or to make oneself feel more at home than otherwise.
Networking can be deemed as one of the essential components for Nepali students who are pursuing their study abroad. One can also build lasting bonds that may be useful in the field, in his or her academic progress, or even emotionally. To sum up, networking activities assist you in your preparation for future successes as well as in enhancing the experience of living abroad.
