3 November 2025
In today's competitive landscape, mastering the art of professional networking is essential for advancing your career.
HP LIFE’s latest free course, Professional Networking for Career Growth, provides you with the practical skills you need to create a robust network, unlock new opportunities, and thrive in the future of work.
Learners who enroll in the course will discover why effective networking is vital for career progression, explore relationship-building techniques such as active listening, and get practical insights for developing their personal brand. They will also learn why LinkedIn is invaluable for expanding their network, connecting with industry experts, and showcasing their expertise.
The course was shaped by our social impact partners—Mission 44 (F1 driver Lewis Hamilton’s foundation), America On Tech, and Miami EdTech—that we’re collaborating with to drive STEM skills and job readiness for young people. Their insights helped guide the course development to reflect the real-world challenges and needs of those entering or advancing their career.
Martin Stier, HP Senior Vice President, Recruiting, Inclusion, and Culture/Chief Inclusion Officer, shares his personal tips for building a strong, sustainable network, giving learners the chance to hear what has worked for him and how they can apply those strategies to guide their own networking success.
Enroll in Professional Networking for Career Growth today to learn how to:
- Develop a confident mindset and set meaningful networking goals.
- Craft a personal brand and elevator pitch that feels natural and memorable.
- Use digital tools and platforms to grow and sustain your professional network.
- Follow up with purpose and maintain long-term mutually beneficial connections.
Learners who successfully complete the course receive a free, downloadable Certificate of Completion.
About HP LIFE
HP LIFE is a free business and digital skills training program from the HP Foundation. It can be accessed online via the HP LIFE platform, in-person through our partners, and both online and offline with the HP LIFE mobile app.
The program enables people all over the world to learn core business concepts and the critical skills needed for the future of work—whether upskilling, enhancing education, or starting a business—by offering more than 30 free, accessible training courses in eight languages.
It is also an adaptable educational resource used by trainers, educators, and mentors to enrich curricula, support business creation, and assist career growth.