What is the best way to approach a company for a job?
I need a job. #needmoney
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Michael’s Answer
Hi Brecken,
Great question! There are a number of ways to attract a company's attention. First, I would call their HR and Recruitment team and introduce yourself, ask if there are any openings, and follow up with an email containing a Cover Letter detailing why you would like to work there as well as your resume`. Follow up periodically to determine your status with them, if they are anticipating openings and ask what you need to do to be employed there. I agree with the prior person that if you can get a referral in there, that is an ideal way to go.
I hope this helps!
Best,
Mike
Mike’s Answer
Great question, most people don't put much thought into this and hope that just sending in a resume will get them noticed. The truth is, being a referral from someone else or at least having the recruiter put a face with the name will give you a much better chance.
While there are a number of ways to approach a company for a job, the best way is going to be through your network. Talk to people, search your network and find out who you know that works there, and if it turns out a friend of a friend works there, then ask your common friend for an introduction, most people are happy to help others find a job. If you don't have any connections working there, try to go to an event/talk/meetup that the company is hosting or possibly visit a booth at a career fair/conference/etc.
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