How To NEVER Apply For A Job Again

Up to 80% of jobs are filled through referrals and word-of-mouth. To access this 'underground job market,' start having weekly coffee chats with people at companies you want to work for.

Connect with people through family, friends, professors, or LinkedIn. Focus the conversation on them, asking about their career journey and challenges. Prepare 3-5 specific questions.

At the end of the call, express gratitude and ask to stay in touch. If the conversation was valuable, ask for introductions to others in their network. Follow up with a thank-you email and a suggestion to schedule another call in a month or so.

Maintain contact with your network by connecting on LinkedIn and sending occasional messages. Stay updated on job postings at their companies and reach out when you see a relevant role. Leverage your connections to learn more about the role.

Attend industry networking events instead of job fairs to build casual relationships. Focus on creating allies and friends, not just corporate connections to play the long game.