Hello Supply Chain Professionals,
Spend 10 minutes each day reaching out to people on LinkedIn.
When done consistently, this small action can help you:
-Gain referrals
-Learn new skills
-Get mentors for your career
-Create job opportunities and more!
Follow these 5 Simple Steps to Build Connections:
1️⃣ Find Your Target People
- Use LinkedIn filters to search for hiring managers, specific job titles for the roles you want to work in, and recruiters in your field.
2️⃣ Send a Personalized Connection Request
- Include a note that shows genuine interest, talks about them, and explains why you want to connect. Aim to establish a first-line connection.
3️⃣ Track Your Outreach
- Utilize a simple networking tracker to log your connections, follow-ups, and responses.
4️⃣ Message Again Once Connected
- Don’t expect immediate responses. After they accept your request, follow up politely to engage further.
5️⃣ Follow Up & Pivot
- If there’s no response after your follow-up, don’t give up. Consider sending them an email as a powerful way to build connections.
Why Does This Matter?
Spending just 10 minutes a day can lead to 3 new connections, totaling 21 people each week.
If you do this consistently, you’ll not only build relationships but also gain visibility that a resume alone cannot achieve.
You transition from being just another applicant to someone they know, which can make a huge difference in landing interviews.