Management Tip of the Day: Get a Job Offer from a Stranger

Are you having trouble viewing this email? If so, click here to see it in a web browser. HOME   |   TIPS   |   BLOGS   |   THE MAGAZINE   |   BOOKS   |   STORE RSS   |   Mobile MAY 22, 2013 Get a Job Offer from a Stranger A good network is important when searching for a job. But if you don't already know the right people, you need to expand your reach. People you don't know yet can be just as helpful as those you do. Here's how: Define your professional goals. Write down your objectives and make sure you can tell a cohesive story about yourself and where you're headed. Cast a wide but focused net. Scour LinkedIn, company websites, and Twitter to identify people who may be able to offer you a job in your chosen field, or advice on how to get one. With this cold call approach, you're not likely to get a high response rate so don't be afraid to compile a long list. Tell a personal story. Write an email to each person making it clear who you are, what you're interested in, and why he or she should respond and help you. Today's Management Tip was adapted from "Make a Stranger Believe in You" by Anne Kreamer. Read the full post and join the discussion » Share Today's Tip: FEATURED PRODUCT The First 90 Days Book and app Just got promoted? Taking on a new role? Get the tools you need to succeed. The international bestseller gave you the secrets of a successful career transition. Now updated and more relevant than ever, the new edition of The First 90 Days gives you even more. Then, manage your transition with the all-new The First 90 Days app for iOS. Designed with your busy schedule in mind, the app will keep you inspired and on track with daily alerts, helpful exercises and exclusive video from author Michael Watkins. ADVERTISEMENT Follow the Tip: PREVIOUS TIPS Focus Your Business Pitch on Yourself, Not Your Plan Write an Email That People Will Read Give Feedback That Crosses Cultures Stop Going to So Many Meetings Job Seekers: Focus on Achievements Use Your Crowd to Source Ideas Go After High-Quality Revenue The Right Way to Voice Your Complaint Improve Your Ability to Anticipate Crises Set an Email Quota and Stick to It All Previous Tips BEST SELLERS HBR Guide to Persuasive Presentations Ebook + Video Case Study HBR's 10 Must Reads on Leadership HBR's 10 Must Reads on Managing Yourself HBR's 10 Must Reads: The Essentials HBR Guide to Getting the Right Work Done Introducing Mobile ManageMentor Powered by the proven content of Harvard ManageMentor™ iTunes >> Android >> UNSUBSCRIBE   |   UPDATE YOUR PROFILE   |   MORE EMAIL NEWSLETTERS   |   PRIVACY POLICY Was this email forwarded to you? If so, sign up to start receiving your own copy. ABOUT THIS MAILING LIST You have received this message because you subscribed to the "Management Tip of the Day" email newsletter from Harvard Business Review. If at any point you wish to remove yourself from this list, change your email address, or sign up for other email newsletters and alerts, please visit the Harvard Business Review Email Newsletter Preference Center. OPT OUT If you do not wish to receive any email messages from Harvard Business Review, click here. ADVERTISE WITH HBR This enewsletter is read by thousands of decision makers every day. Learn more about connecting your brand with this audience. Copyright © 2013 Harvard Business School Publishing, an affiliate of Harvard Business School. All rights reserved. Harvard Business Publishing | 60 Harvard Way | Boston, MA 02163 Customer Service: 800-545-7685 (+1-617-783-7600 outside the U.S. and Canada)