Tag: it's not what you know it's who you know
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It’s not what you know, it’s who you know
Proverb: It’s not what you know it’s who you know It’s hard to get a leg up in this world, and it’s even more complicated if you don’t have any connections. That’s why the proverb says it’s not what you know, it’s who you know. It’s all about the network. If you want to attain…
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Pull Strings
Phrase: Pull Strings An expression in English goes; it’s not what you know; it’s who you know. Quite often, having connections with influential people or with people who have a little bit of power enables you to pull strings. The phrase pull strings means if you have connections, you can use that influence to get things done easier…
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Rub elbows
English Idiom: Rub elbows/shoulders Sometimes, your kooky boss, who is also a fantastic old hand at the BBQ, may hold an event and offer everyone a great chance to rub shoulders. We have all heard about the importance of networking, exchanging business cards, etc. When we network or socialize, we rub elbows/shoulders with people. Talking…
