A lightweight connection and follow system that manages professional relationships and communication permissions across the platform.
Key Features:
- Send and receive connection requests
- Accept or decline incoming requests
- Follow system for staying updated without direct connection
- Clear "Connected" status indicators
- Foundation for trust-based networking
Who Benefits:
- All platform users who want to build professional networks
- Recruiters building vendor relationships
- Consultants expanding their recruiter network
- Employers managing recruiting partnerships
Value:
Creates a permission-based communication layer that respects professional boundaries while enabling network growth. Establishes the foundation for trust scoring and relationship-based features in later phases.