This week's post is a reminder for those of us interested in working in television. If it's been a while since you reached out to your fans, contacts, and targets, you have homework!
It's Emmy weekend, so next week is the perfect time to send congratulatory emails/postcards/tweets to the winners — and while you're at it, to anyone on your lists who was nominated.
Even better, watch the awards live and stay on top of what's happening on Twitter and Instagram at #Emmys! Tweet, post, retweet, comment, and get in on the conversation.
(While you're at it, if you missed the Artios Awards back in January, it's not to late to send a belated note to those folks.)
Remember, connecting with your professional network doesn't always mean talking about yourself. Take the pressure off yourself to have something to brag about, and congratulate your colleagues on their accomplishments. (And hey, now you have a professional excuse to camp out on the couch and watch the show. You're welcome!)