Any tips on how to network for job opportunities? Whenever I ask how to network, all I’m told is to do informational interviews but I don’t know how to bridge the gap from a one-time meeting to a job.

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I would say bridging the gap is just a matter of making someone like you. I’ve gotten several referrals through only talking to people once. Find a common interest, be personable/witty/relaxed/polite, ask them deeper questions beyond just their job function (e.g., If you could give one piece of advice to yourself at the start of your career, what would it be? or How has [company] helped you so far in reaching your long term goals?). Read How to Win Friends and Influence People. If you can present yourself as a competent, bright, clean-cut, personable person, people will automatically like you and want to help you out. At the end of the informational interview, ask something like “Do you know what the process typically is for hiring [X] role?” and they’ll likely offer to refer you.

It's kind of like being a salesman, you need to be subtle enough to not alienate people but stealthy enough to get what you need as well. It's about building real relationships with people so that you feel comfortable asking them questions or inquiring about opportunities. And a lot of the time it takes much more than just one meeting.

Have you tried volunteering at any company? Anyone will want some high-quality free work. I suggest doing it for yourself, and things will start coming together.

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