Network through a manageable routine that fits around your job instead of treating it as another full-time role.

Experienced candidates can offer meaningful industry perspectives, so targeted conversations tend to work better than mass outreach.

A 20-minute call on a lunch break about a practice's client work can be more useful than attending every campus event. One thoughtful exchange about specific client work is usually more informative than several generic networking chats.

Set a sustainable outreach rhythm around work: a small number of personalized messages and one or two thoughtful conversations are more useful than a mass campaign. Adapt these networking approaches for MBB to your target industry practice and availability.

I can manage two coffee chats a week, not ten.

Evenings fill up fast when you're working full time.

I tried sending five thoughtful notes on Sunday instead of writing every night.

I can make time for a brief call each week, but keeping up with follow-ups is tougher.