338: How to an excellent networker + land the job - with Melissa Grabiner

The Simplifiers Podcast

Would you consider yourself an excellent networker? You know, someone who can walk into any room and spark a conversation with a stranger with ease and grace. Or maybe someone who knows the ins and outs of how to build relationships on LinkedIn naturally and seems to know everyone? Well, if you’re in the middle of a job search right now, you know that these skills are vital, especially given the competition is high for those top-paying roles.

My special guest today is talent acquisition strategist and recruiter, Melissa Grabiner and she’s simplifying how to be an excellent networker and land the job. She shares the secrets of how to stand out amongst the competition.

Here’s how.

My special guest today is Melissa Grabiner and she’s simplifying how to be an excellent networker + land the job. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including:

• Her take on what’s going on in the job market right now and why it feels different in 2024.

• She suggests that “every CEO or Head of HR should apply for a job right now at their own company” and why.

• What key steps you should take to leverage your network to get more internal referrals inside a company and why that’s crucial to land the interview.

• How to stand out to recruiters when there are 500+ applicants for the same job and how to follow-up after you applied, either with the recruiter or the hiring manager.

• …and she shares her favorite tools that she recommends to job seekers that will help you be a better networker and track more efficiently your job search efforts.

Job seekers, this one is a great conversation with lots of tangible tips and tricks, so grab a pen and paper to take notes.

I hope this helps spark a new idea in you this week and helps you #dothething! Q: Are you ready to learn how to become an excellent networking and land the job of your dreams? If yes, this one is for you.

It’s time to #DoTheThing!

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