Networking

Like the rest of the skills listed here it's a skill that will have lifelong benefits.
1. The article How to Network the Right Way describes the steps to follow:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/theyec/2014/07/28/how-to-network-the-right-way-eight-tips/?sh=47ddfd4a6d47

Two additional articles 30 Brilliant Conversation Starters and Non-Awkward Ways to Start and End a Conversation will help you start conversations in a variety of settings:
https://www.themuse.com/advice/30-brilliant-networking-conversation-starters
https://www.themuse.com/advice/nonawkward-ways-to-start-and-end-networking-conversations