Why warm a connection before asking for a referral?
Because a cold message to a stranger is often ignored. Engaging with their content first, liking and commenting, makes them recognize you, so the ask comes from a warm connection and is far more likely to succeed.
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Identify current employees at the company, warm the connection by engaging with their content first, personalize the message, be specific about the role with a link, make it low effort for them, and use a short template with your profile link.
Yes. Generic mass messages get ignored; personalized messages get replies. Reference their work or content, and explain why you are reaching out. Personalization shows you took the time, which earns a reply.
Keep the message short and clear, link the specific role, and provide your profile link. They should be able to refer you in two minutes, not hunt for the role or write back asking for your resume.
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