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Transforming Networking Through Positive Communication: A Pathway to Professional Growth

Brent Lucia & Brian S. Hentz

Business and Professional Communication Quarterly2026https://doi.org/10.1177/23294906251406934article
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This article reframes professional networking through the lens of positive communication, arguing that authentic, value-driven relationship building enhances both personal well-being and professional growth. Drawing on positive psychology, emotional intelligence, and moral development, it highlights how empathy, gratitude, and identity alignment transform networking from a transactional act into a relational, self-actualizing practice. The article offers a pedagogical framework for instructors, including a multisession unit to help students internalize and practice positive communication principles. Ultimately, this approach fosters deeper, more fulfilling connections that empower students to become confident, ethical professionals capable of sustaining meaningful, high-quality relationships throughout their careers.

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@article{brent2026,
  title        = {{Transforming Networking Through Positive Communication: A Pathway to Professional Growth}},
  author       = {Brent Lucia & Brian S. Hentz},
  journal      = {Business and Professional Communication Quarterly},
  year         = {2026},
  doi          = {https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1177/23294906251406934},
}

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0.50

Balanced mode · F 0.40 / M 0.15 / V 0.05 / R 0.40

F · citation impact0.50 × 0.4 = 0.20
M · momentum0.50 × 0.15 = 0.07
V · venue signal0.50 × 0.05 = 0.03
R · text relevance †0.50 × 0.4 = 0.20

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