Connections Beat Credentials, According To 70% Of Workers
HRDIVE, Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
Workers worry about reaching out because they don't know who to contact, what to say or whether networking will actually help them.
Workers believe connections often surpass credentials during the hiring process, but many professionals feel uncomfortable about networking and reaching out when it matters, according to a May 28 report from Resume Now.
In a survey of 1,000 U.S. workers, 70% said who someone knows matters more than what's on their resume. However, many hesitate to network because they're worried about bothering someone, being judged or feeling unsure what to say.