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India’s Gen Z Faces a Networking Confidence Gap

Many young people in India know that meeting professionals can help their careers, but they feel nervous about doing it.

Some worry that others will judge them or think they are being annoying.

More than half do not know how to start, and many have never received guidance.

However, older professionals are often willing to give advice, even to people they do not know.

This means young workers may be more worried than they need to be.

Online networks can help people outside major cities find mentors and opportunities.

Networking does not have to begin with a perfect message or a big request.

Asking thoughtful questions and staying in touch can gradually build useful relationships.

Key facts

Gen Z hesitation: 83% of Indian Gen Z professionals hesitate to network with people who could advance their careers.
Hiring advantage: Candidates with an inside connection are nearly 8.5 times more likely to be hired, according to the report.
Confidence: 53% of Gen Z professionals in India do not feel confident approaching someone who could help their career.
Starting difficulty: 52% of young Indian professionals say they do not know where to start with networking.
Lack of guidance: 59% say no one has ever guided them in building professional relationships.
Senior support: 92% of Millennials and 95% of Gen X professionals in India are open to offering advice or support to people they do not know personally.
Digital access: 87% of Indian professionals say online networks help talent in non-metro markets access mentorship and roles previously concentrated in major cities.

financialexpress.com · 6 hrs ago