How to Land the Job in 30 Days or Less
Why is it that some people always seem to have job offers while others are chronically unemployed?
Although you might chalk it up to good luck, these 3 successful professionals (who landed jobs in less than 30 days) know it’s because they went against the grain.
These go-getters got crafty, went above and beyond, and successfully beat out the competition. Here’s how they did it.
Use Social Media
Based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, Yarden Cohen was searching for new scenery and a new job in the Bay area.
Cohen was having a hard time securing the type of position she wanted. But that didn’t stop the Product Marketing Manager from going after her goal.
“I created an Angel List profile and went on a job hunting binge,” says Cohen.
“When I checked my profile the next day, I saw the CEO of Instawork, (a San Francisco based startup) had viewed my profile, but didn’t reach out. So I did some social media stalking, found him on Facebook, and sent him a message. Still no answer.”
“I then emailed the general email listed on the company website apologizing (sort of) for messaging their CEO on Facebook, and explained that I simply wanted a chance to talk.’
“Finally, the CEO responded saying something along the lines of “talk to you when you move.” I couldn’t move to the most expensive city in the U.S. without a job. I said let’s just talk. What’s the big deal? He gave me a chance to chat on the phone. After that, I then sent over a 10-page, 60-day plan I created for the company.”
“15 days later, I was offered the job and booked a one-way ticket across the country.”
Cohens advice: “My message is to take an unconventional approach to grabbing an employers attention. They hired a stranger without ever meeting me because I messaged one of the top executives on Facebook. Use social media as a tool to get in front of the people you want to meet. Tweet at them, like their photos, get in their face. It can feel like you’re being obnoxious but in reality, CEO’s appreciate hustle and persistence.”
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