The Networking Email That Actually Works

The Networking Email That Actually WorksThe Networking Email That Actually WorksNetworking is the 1 way to land your next position. Point blank fact. I know you dont like it. I know you think its hard. But do whats hard, so your job search can be quick.1 thing I have come to hate over my 19 years of supporting candidates, is when bad networking happens to good people. Yes, Im talking to YOUHeres an example of the bad networkingThis is usually whats inflicted on an otherwise innocent party It was really good to meet you (or connect with you verbunden) earlier Im reaching out to my network because Im strongly interested in finding my next role. Im in operations. In case you know anybody I can contact, please let me know.Several things occur to me about this scenario1) Nowhere in there do I see that you (bad networker) care a lick about me (innocent bystander.)2) Its nice that youre in operations. But what does that MEAN? If I need to think about it, then, news flash Im not going to.3) Who do you mean, anybody? I know a LOT of anybodies. Shall I go through my Rolodex and figure this out? No. justnoThe curse of the bad network is that youre asking vague questions. Therefore, youre going to get vague (or worse yet no) responses.By the way, this is analogous to writing your resume using vague language. You know, to present that consulting gig youve been on for the last 6 months. It goes a little something like thisCurrently offering technology advisory and consulting services to a broad base of clients across several market verticals. Manage projects, administer budgets, and deliver innovative solutions.Thats nice, except what projects? For whom? When? And what, exactly, was innovative? Thats a resume that wont get a response, I guarantee you.Back to networking if you want your networking to be less hard, and if you want it to actually be a successful vehicle that drives you through your job search and into your ideal role sooner rather than later then get specific about what youre asking for.(I also am aware youre allergic to specificity. If you dont leave your options open then you might miss out on something.) Ok, but I need you to stop thinking that. Get specific.Heres how to do it rightJim I hope you are having a great day I am reaching out to my network because after 15 years as an Operations Manager at the factory level, Ive decided to leverage my expertise into a Multi-Site Operations Director on a regional or national scale. Id like to seek your help.Here are a few job titles Im seeing that mostly describe what Im looking forDirector of Operations Operations Control Manager Planning, Operations & Facilities LeadAnd some of the organizations that look interesting to me areFirst Vehicle Services Modis SiemensDo you have a lead in any of those organizations at their Philadelphia, Trenton, or Wilmington locations? Id appreciate it if you could share those or make an introduction. Thank you for giving this some thought for me. Please dont hesitate to reach out to me should I be able to help you also.Now, THATS a networking email thats confident (not begging), drills down into what exactly it is that you do, ask for specific people at specific organizations, and shows that you care about the other person.Now. Lets kick things up a notch.Youve just learned how to talk to networking contacts. Lets step it up so that you have the exact strategy to immediately talk to the recruiters and decision makers, in a way that immediately communicates your value AND prompts them to pick up the phone to call you. Im going over what to do in my full online program, 5 Secret Job Search Hacks For The Age 50+ Job Hunter Register today so you get in on this limited-seating presentation.