A friend made an email intro to his team for a possible interview. Jump ball for who responds first, how do I play the situation so I get my foot in the door without seeming too eager?

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Unique situation. Maybe follow up on his intro with a friendly intro to yourself, a few things you've done and a copy of your CV and a hint at being open to chat on the phone or over a coffee to learn more about them?

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Is your friend just being nice or is there a role to be filled?

^ role to be filled

Burden is on you since you're the one in need of a role. Email

Be eager

All worked out in the end, they initiated and the ball is rolling.

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