Do I have to convince you that networking will land you the right job much faster than applying online? Done with the right mindset, engaging with other professionals is definitely more fun, too!
You see, for most online applicants, the experience of applying online can be summed up below (from a PayScale blog):
"I hate how despite the fact that I've applied to over 100 jobs this month, I can count how many interviews I've had with my fingers
and I never get any follow up or a job offer. ...It's getting ridiculous."
This person
would have a better chance if they were networking rather than spending an inordinate amount of time on a process that has been proven to be ineffective. And...If you are applying online and your competition is referred to a hiring manager, you're reducing your chances even further.
Let's see, 100 applications, 20 mins each = 2,000 mins = 33+ hours most certainly wasted.
I'VE TRIED IT AND IT DIDN'T WORK
Most prospects I speak with admit that when they lost their job, they posted, messaged or spoke to their connections asking for help in
their job search. It didn't work. But that is not being strategic.
When you're strategic, you learn, give and at the end of the conversation, you both take actions to help each other. Networking isn’t about ASKING for a job. It’s about BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS that create opportunities.
So, if you’re reaching out to people with:
❌ “Hey, are you hiring?” ❌ “Can you refer me for a role?” ❌ “I need a job—can we chat?”
Then, you’re doing it WRONG and trying to get lucky.
And...here's how it CAN
WORK...
How to Have Networking Conversations
that Lead to Interviews:
1) Start with Genuine Interest and Intention of Building a mutual Relationship. After some research on the connections, reach out with curiosity, not desperation.
Example: “I admire your career path in [industry]. What are some challenges you’re seeing within this
space?”
2) Focus on their Experience People enjoy sharing their journey, so ask thoughtful questions:
✔ What expertise have you developed in this role? ✔ What are the 2 biggest challenges you’re working on now? ✔ What skills have been most valuable for finding workable solutions?
3) Share Your Value—Naturally Instead of asking for a job, share what you’ve been working on (or had success in) that is relatable within an engaging conversation.
Example: “I’ve been leading [specific projects] and applying my expertise in [industry]. Sometimes that experience can be a solution to X (one of the challenges they
mentioned).
4) End with an offer to be a resource for your connection and a Soft Ask. Don’t force a referral—invite guidance and make your request for them to open their network for you.
Example: “Based on what I’ve shared, who else in your network can you introduce me to?"
5) Follow Up & Stay Visible Keep the relationship alive—send a thank-you note along with a resource for them
based on what you've learned.
Engage with their content, and if you've met with a person they referred, update them on your
progress.
The best networking is an exchange. It’s strategic and relational, so make it mutual, not one way.
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