Do you guys ever go on linked in to purposefully connect with someone just to get a referral to their company? I’m just curious how often that happens.

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I have done it before. Sometimes I send a message and I don't get a response. But I have actually been able to get referrals before so I know that it does work.

Not really but if I get more serious in my job search that may be something I can try doing.

No but it does sound like a good idea !

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