Turning Networking Into Jobhunting...With Scripts

In this week’s issue, headhunter Nick Corcodilos provides scripts to use when you’re trying to go from casual networking to “oh god please give me a job” without coming across as obnoxious or, well, needy.

Here’s the key part:

When you get face-to-face with a person who works at your target company, try this: “So, how long have you been at Company A? What’s it like to work there? Are there new projects coming up in the next six months?” Allow time for answers to each question before you move on to the next.