I've worked at Google, Facebook, and the White House. These networking habits make a difference in getting a job.

Alexander Smith said it's important to have consistent habits when networking. Alexander Smith

Alexander Smith held jobs at Google and Facebook, and an internship at the White House.

He views networking like investing in a 401(k) and said that staying consistent pays off long term.

He suggests posting regularly on LinkedIn and targeting the right people, not just the most active ones.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Alexander Smith, a content creator based in Austin. His identity and former employment have been verified by Business Insider. The following has been edited for brevity and clarity.

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