If you're struggling to build your network...

A good newsletter is hard to come by - do I enjoy their story? Are they writing about items I need to hear? Am I scared to open it because of the advice in it?

I’m not into scaring you, but I do want your ears to perk up.

Even if it’s for a minute, let’s jump into it 👇🏼

If your job hunt feels stuck, these 3 beliefs have been the turning point for job seekers who finally started landing interviews (even if they had zero momentum a month ago).

Big breaks happen offline.

The person you’ve been waiting to meet is most likely in your local fitness studio class, at the grocery store, or at the next concert. Sending cold outreach on LinkedIn isn’t a terrible idea, but it’s easier for you to start with the people around you.

There’s less pressure, you build momentum + confidence fast, and they’re more likely to understand any mistakes you make early on. Let’s note that this may take more work.

I don’t expect the person at your pilates class to have a direct connection to a fortune 500 tech leader, but - who do they know that might?

Top brands ≠ top careers.

Friendly reminder - you may not be ready for the top-tier company you’ve sent 100 applications at without response. Go snag a “layup” role - grab the experience you need, lead projects, build a network, and create the foundation that’ll let you leap into the dream role!

Interviews reward reps.

I recently had dinner with a current job seeker in my program recently. I showed up with post-it notes and more interview questions, and we brainstormed for the next 1.5 hours. There is an endless amount of work while preparing for interviews - this is the time to push the needle. You are close!

Questions for your “networking” approach…

• Who of my current friends do I need to spend more time around?

• Who could unlock a new group of people for me?

• Why do I enjoy hanging around these people?

Before you leave…

Go have fun. I don’t care what it is, there are people taking life way too seriously. I know sh*t may not be pretty at the moment, but everyone wants to be around the person who keeps it light hearted + puts in the work.

Be that person.

Also, I created a wicked document for folks in Conversations > Applications trying to network on LinkedIn - it’s a shame they only give you 200 characters to connect with folks.

If you want to get a copy, respond here or head below.

I teach the exact framework I use to help job seekers attract hiring teams and show up to a career that they enjoy.

Join Conversations > Applications here.

Dominic