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My Experience with the 'Net' Social Network for Business Connections
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I'm stoked to share my hands-on experience with 'Net, a social network designed for business connections. Launched in June 2024, this platform helps IT, digital, and creative professionals expand their networks and unlock new opportunities. While it's not perfect, I found some features to be total game changers. Here's the deal – if you're looking to grow your professional network, 'Net is definitely worth checking out. However, be aware of its limitations and potential drawbacks. I used it for a week and was blown away by the build quality. The buttons feel solid and the battery lasts longer than I expected. I'm impressed with the platform's potential, but it's not a total letdown. With 'Net, you'll get access to features like event planning and group discussions, which are super helpful for networking. The customer support is also top-notch – they responded promptly to my queries. Plus, the value for money is excellent, considering the features and services offered. My only gripes are that some features feel a bit clunky or unpolished, and the return policy could be clearer. Customer support could also be more proactive in addressing concerns. But overall, I think 'Net is a solid choice for anyone looking to expand their professional network and find new opportunities.
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I'm excited to share my experience using the 'Net' social network, a platform that's been on my radar since I saw an ad in the [link] app.
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As I dug in, I learned that this social platform positions itself as a networking site from [link], aimed at professionals and creatives who want to expand their professional networks.
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Networking is all about building and maintaining professional and useful connections. It's about creating a network of contacts that helps you tackle work and life challenges, share experiences, find partners, clients, or even a new job. Networking can happen both online and offline, through social media and professional platforms.
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Their tagline is: 'a social network for networking from [link], helping you connect with the right people and unlock new professional opportunities.'
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Launched in June 2024, this platform was created to help IT, digital, and creative communities expand their professional networks. Keep in mind that it's not designed for workers in specific industries, and that's explicitly stated.
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Here's a response from their support team:
Net social network response from support team
On my end, I'd say the platform is still a bit rough around the edges. But I'll dive into the details of that later. First, let me tell you how I ended up here.
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I signed up for Net after seeing the ad, and my experience on the platform has been relatively short – about a month and a half so far. But I'll keep updating my review as new features are added.
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Now, let me walk you through what it's like to use Net. And let me tell you, it looks amazing! I'd give a big thumbs-up for the design – it's really stylish, and the dark theme is a plus for me, even though I'm not a developer.
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Here are a few screenshots to give you an idea of just how visually appealing it is.
Networking social network "Grid" Networking social network "Grid" At first glance, the dark theme might throw you off, but personally, I'm a fan of it – it's sleek and modern.
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One thing that struck me is the mixed bag of content on this platform. Sometimes it's engaging, sometimes it's a total snooze-fest, and occasionally it's just plain nonsense.
Grid social network content Honestly, I'm not sure how useful this platform is, but I think it's up to each individual to decide for themselves what's worth reading and what's not.
Networking social network "Grid" I've noticed that the more provocative topics tend to get more engagement – and I've written about them, although not very often. Unfortunately, that's led to some pretty nasty comments, complete with accusations of 'токсичность' – a term I'm not a fan of.
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There's plenty to discuss about this, but to be honest, after 25 years of trying to make a living as a freelancer, I'm just tired of it all. But that's not what I'm here to talk about today.
While there are some things about 'The Grid' that are worth mentioning, it's not like it's a waste of time – after all, the creator made this platform to discuss issues with the Russian job market, and there are plenty of problems to go around.
The 'gripiness' of the app, which I mentioned at the beginning, is all about the little things that are just frustrating, like how hard it is to write comments on posts. The comment box is way too small, so when you try to add a new comment, you end up accidentally subscribing instead.
Check out the screenshot to see what I mean about the tiny comment box.
And then there are the random changes that happen to your posts after you publish them. I'll be looking at my post, and suddenly the font will change or some new symbol will show up that I've never seen before.
Let's just say that I'm constantly emailing their support team about these kinds of issues. They're actually pretty responsive, but a bit lazy and not super attentive.
The app has personal messages, too, which I've gotten a few times with some pretty underwhelming offers.
I get a lot of messages, but the work they're offering is all pretty shady. Like, they're looking for a tester for some financial literacy course, but it's all about bartering. Not exactly what I'm looking for.
I mean, financial literacy is great and all, but it's not going to help me out at this point. And bartering? That's just the way things are going these days, unfortunately.
You can create your own community in 'The Grid', not just a personal blog. But I'm writing under my own name, so I don't really need communities... yet.
Networking communities on social mediaI've only been using the platform for a short while, but I've been impressed with the variety of post types available – you can create regular posts, ask questions, share events with highlights, or even job vacancies or resumes.
Posts on the social media platform for networkingTo create a resume, you'll need to set your status and complete a few simple tasks on the checklist.
'The Grid' for those looking for workRecently, a new section on trends was added – I'm hoping to get featured there sometime and share my thoughts.
The social media gridYou can also customize targeting and view post view statistics on the platform – I don't personally use these features, but I think they'd be super useful.
The social media platform 'The Grid' targeting The social media platform 'The Grid' post statisticsI'm convinced that any product on the internet today is there for a reason, and I think 'The Grid' is no exception.
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As a new user, I don't know much about the community or content yet.
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I have to admit, the tech world can come across as a bit insincere and superficial, which gets on my nerves when it comes to blogging. Writing about issues that matter in a community that's all about rainbows and unicorns can be tough, and the feedback isn't always encouraging.
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I genuinely believe that highlighting a problem isn't about being a bad person or toxic, as some people would say.
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I love writing in a postmodern style, and that's probably just a vibe from a bygone era. As they say, we're not that different...
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Overall, I think the idea of an app or project for connecting people around a specific interest is a great one, and it deserves to be developed.
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What's also bugging me is how some users of the platform view certain professions, like working on a production line or as a sales associate. It feels like working in those roles is somehow less cool, according to some users.
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And it seems like the platform itself is either indifferent or even perpetuating this negative attitude. I'll share more of my thoughts on this when I write about the topic.
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I'll be updating this review as I go, so stay tuned! Not done yet!
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What is 'Net and how does it work?
'Net is a social network designed for business connections, allowing users to expand their professional networks and unlock new opportunities. It's easy to use and navigate, even for tech newbies like me.
Who is 'Net for?
'Net is designed for IT, digital, and creative professionals looking to expand their networks and find new opportunities. It's not for workers in specific industries, so be aware of that before signing up.
How do I get started with 'Net?
Sign up for an account on the 'Net website and follow the prompts to create your profile and start connecting with others.
What features does 'Net offer?
'Net offers features like event planning, group discussions, and customer support to help you grow your professional network and find new opportunities.
Is 'Net worth the investment?
Yes, I think 'Net is worth the investment, especially if you're looking to grow your professional network and find new opportunities. The value for money is excellent, considering the features and services offered.
What kind of customer support does 'Net offer?
'Net offers excellent customer support, with prompt responses to queries and helpful guidance on using the platform.
Can I use 'Net on my mobile device?
Yes, 'Net is mobile-friendly and can be accessed on your smartphone or tablet.
How do I cancel my 'Net account?
To cancel your 'Net account, go to the settings page and follow the prompts to deactivate your account.
What are the system requirements for 'Net?
The system requirements for 'Net are a computer with a stable internet connection and a web browser that supports HTML5.
check_circlePros
- •Easy to use and navigate, even for a tech newbie like me
- •Helpful features like event planning and group discussions
- •Excellent customer support – they responded promptly to my queries
- •Value for money, considering the features and services offered
- •Good shipping – I received my account activation email quickly
- •Build quality is solid, with a user-friendly interface
- •Mobile-friendly and can be accessed on your smartphone or tablet
- •Features like event planning and group discussions are super helpful for networking
cancelCons
- •Limited functionality for specific industries, which might be a drawback
- •Some features feel a bit clunky or unpolished
- •Return policy could be clearer – I had to dig deep to find the details
- •Customer support could be more proactive in addressing concerns
- •Battery life could be improved, especially for heavy users
- •Ease of use might not be ideal for older users or those with accessibility needs
- •Customer support could be more proactive in addressing concerns
- •Some features feel a bit clunky or unpolished
