Recent research supports the notion that people who are connected across heterogeneous groups, and who have more-diverse contacts, come up with more creative ideas and original solutions. Despite the clear benefits, however, most people still tend to connect with others whose perspectives, backgrounds, and cultural norms are similar to their own. Your career will benefit from developing a network that inspires new ideas and challenges your beliefs.
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