The single most important reason you should network extensively as a job seeker: networking gives you access to more individuals and potentially more jobs. The growth of online networking as a job search tool empowers today's job seekers - who are connected and informed better than ever before. Presenting a great personal and professional image online can make you visible to important decision-makers in key organizations, and can lead to career success. That said, with great power comes great responsibility. With online networking, recruiters, hiring managers, and other decision-makers are only a few clicks away from finding you on the web. So, your online presence and networking efforts need show you in the best light - at all times.