Does reaching out to HR at consulting firms improve my chances of getting a first interview? If so, how should I approach that?

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HR won’t know. When looking for work you’re in sales whether you like it or not.

Reach out to corporate recruiters specializing in your area. Reach out to people who would be your direct manager. Be direct. ‘Hi. My name is __ I’m interested in joining __ as a (whatever they call the job internally).

Would you say these are sufficient to land a first interview?

Your top three qualifications

Thanks in advance for your help

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It requires little effort to answer so your chances of getting an answer are better.

A linkedin profile is better than being forced to open MS Word so I think attached resumes lessen your chances.

It gets you on their radar which opens a door.

You may get inside advice.

Don’t wait on just one. Reach out to as many who are relevant as you can find

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Thank you that’s really good advice. I appreciate the thorough answer. I’ll take that advice and run with it.

I like terse but you could also add a line about anything you share with that person.

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