We get it: moving to a new city is daunting. There are opportunities for everyone in every industry! If you were a member of another chapter, you should look into transferring to your local Pittsburgh chapter.
Check out this website for a list of some professional organizations or ask co-workers about industry specific organizations to join. Joining a professional organization not only opens professional development and networking opportunities, it also allows you to bond with other people in similar career paths.
Showing up and getting involved is the first step to meeting new people. Now that bars and restaurants have opened back up and pandemic restrictions have somewhat eased up,, head to happy hour with your coworkers and get to know them better. Never underestimate the power of Facebook. Interested in the outdoors and hiking? Even gaming. Most users are active and will post about getting a group together to do something.
Once you join the groups, keep an eye out for meet ups and other happenings. And when in doubt, check Reddit.
If you see someone you think you might get along with, swipe right. Check out one of the many success stories of people finding their best friends on Bumble. A post shared by Bumble, For Friendship bumblebff. Another way to make new friends in Pittsburgh and in general, really is to consistently attend something. If you like pottery, sign up for a pottery class and vice versa with other activities.
