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The Indirect Approach

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- Job Search Tip of the Week, by Brian Krueger, author of "College Grad Job Hunter," the #1 book for entry level job search:

"The Indirect Approach"

The direct approach is generally preferred when you are targeting specific companies and are not afraid to be direct in stating your goal of setting up an interview. It can be modified in "intensity" mainly by the use of alternate "action" statements. You can use either the trial close (you ask what their level of interest is) or the assumed close (you don't even ask for the interview, you just ask what day would be best). Following is a sample script:

  1. Introduction - "Hello, Mr./Ms. _____, my name is _____. I'm currently finishing up my final year at _____ and will be getting my _____ degree in _____ in May (or August or December or whenever)."

  2. Purpose - "I was referred to you as someone who is well connected in the _____ field."

  3. Summary - "My background includes . . . "
    Note: state your top two or three potential benefits. These can include items from the Summary section of your resume and any personal attributes you feel would benefit the employer. If you have done your research properly, you should customize your benefits specifically to this target company and target contact.

  4. Action - "Are you aware of any company that might have a need for someone with my background and abilities?"

It's low pressure, but it does come at a cost. If you are conducting a nationwide search, be aware that most referrals you will receive back will be local or regional at best. And with some managers, if you do not directly ask about their specific needs, you may never get the desired response.

Next newsletter: "The Hybrid Approach"

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