Discover

The Discover feature in Sociera helps you explore professionals beyond your immediate network, identify relevant connections, and engage with industry peers. Whether you are looking for professionals based on skills, job titles, or shared interests, the Discover feature ensures meaningful networking opportunities tailored to your needs.

1. Accessing the Discover Feature

Launch the Sociera App: Tap the Sociera icon on your device to open the app.

Navigate to Discover: Tap the "Discover" tab in the navigation menu to explore professionals beyond your immediate network.

2. Exploring Professionals in Discover

Nearby Professionals: View professionals based on location, job title, or industry to expand your network.

Passerby Professionals: See professionals you recently crossed paths with, helping you reconnect and grow your network.

Suggested Connections: Get AI-powered recommendations based on mutual connections, shared skills, and industry relevance.

3. Searching for Specific People

Using the Search Bar:

• Tap the Search icon at the top of the Discover page.

• Enter a name, job title, skill, or company to find relevant professionals.

• Select a profile from the results to view their details or send a connection request.

Filtering Search Results:

• Apply filters like Location, Industry, Job Title, and Mutual Connections to refine your results.

• Adjust the distance range to find professionals near or far.

4. Connecting with Professionals

Viewing Profile Details:

• Tap on a profile to open a detailed bottom sheet with their name, job title, and key professional details.

• View mutual connections to identify shared professional circles.

Sending a Connection Request:

• Tap "Connect" to send a connection request directly from Discover.

• Add a personalized message to introduce yourself and increase acceptance rates.

Messaging Professionals:

• If messaging is enabled, tap "Message" to initiate a conversation.

5. Managing Your Discover Preferences

Filtering Who Appears in Discover:

• Adjust who can discover your profile under Settings > Privacy > Discover Settings.

• Choose to appear in "Public Discover", "Only Visible to Mutual Connections", or "Private Mode".

Hiding or Removing Users from Discover:

• If a profile is not relevant, tap "Don't Recommend This User" to hide them from your results.

• Use "Block" if you don’t want a particular user to see your profile.

6. Tips for Optimizing Your Networking with Discover

• Follow Industry Trends: Engage with professionals in your field to stay updated on industry movements.

• Personalize Your Profile: A well-optimized profile increases your chances of appearing in relevant search results.

• Send Thoughtful Connection Requests: Introduce yourself with a short, engaging message to make a great first impression.

• Use Filters Strategically: Narrowing your search by skills, location, and job title helps find the most relevant professionals.

• Engage Regularly: Refresh your Discover results frequently and reach out to new professionals to expand your network.

By using Sociera’s Discover feature, you can broaden your professional reach, reconnect with industry peers, and engage with meaningful networking opportunities.