Professionalism & Personal connections

I believe personal connections are very important when it comes to professionalism. Connections will open doors for you that might not have been available without any connections. Getting to know more people outside of your friendship circle builds relationships that can lead to numerous chances of furthering your career, helping with school, etc.

Having connections with teachers, in my opinion, can be beneficial. It helps to make the classroom time more relaxed and enjoyable. You are more likely to express opinions and speak out during class if you feel comfortable with your instructor. It's also important to feel comfortable approaching your teachers when you have a question, concern or problem. Connections with teachers can also be beneficial outside of school. If you need a reference for a job or something, your teacher can give you a good reference if you have a good connection with them.