personal network

[/ˈpɜːrsənəl ˈnetwɜːrk/]
nounpl: personal networks
rede pessoal
1. A collection of individuals with whom a person maintains relationships, typically including family, friends, colleagues, and acquaintances who provide support, information, and social connection
She expanded her personal network by attending industry conferences and joining professional associations.
Ela expandiu sua rede pessoal ao participar de conferências da indústria e se juntar a associações profissionais.
2. In digital contexts, a social media platform or online community where individuals connect and share information with people they know
His personal network on LinkedIn includes over 5,000 professionals from various fields.
Sua rede pessoal no LinkedIn inclui mais de 5.000 profissionais de vários campos.
3. The infrastructure and relationships that an individual leverages for career advancement, business opportunities, and social support
Building a strong personal network is essential for career success in competitive industries.
Construir uma rede pessoal forte é essencial para o sucesso profissional em indústrias competitivas.
In Brazilian business culture, personal networks (redes pessoais) are extremely valuable and often emphasized as crucial for professional advancement. Brazilians tend to prioritize relationship-building and personal connections in business dealings. In the USA, 'networking' is a formalized concept with dedicated events and professional platforms like LinkedIn. The term reflects the importance of social capital in both cultures, though approaches to building and maintaining these networks may differ.
NYC Slang
your crew, your squad, your connect list
Synonyms / Sinônimos
social networkprofessional networkcontact networkrelationship networksocial circle
Antonyms / Antônimos
isolationsolitude

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
rede pessoal
Standard term used across Brazil in professional and casual contexts
São Paulo
rede de contatos
Common in business environments; emphasizes professional contacts
Rio de Janeiro
rede de relacionamentos
Often used to emphasize the relational aspect of the network
Portugal
rede pessoal de contactos
Portuguese preference for 'contactos' instead of 'contatos'; more formal usage

Related Words

networkingsocial mediaconnectioncommunitycontactrelationshipcollaboration

Related Idioms & Phrases

build relationships
leverage your network
expand your horizons
it's not what you know, it's who you know
networking event
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