How do referrals work?
If I get a referral from someone and I apply, then can I still reach out to a recruiter on LinkedIn expressing interest in the role? And do I let them know that I already applied? I’m sure they get tons of messages so what should I say so that it won’t be overlooked?Im currently unemployed and very eager to get an entry level position in either HR, Marketing, or Project/Program Coordinator in the tech field, so any advice is greatly appreciated.

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Hey OM!

Are the referrals you're receiving all qualified referrals? That is to say, are the people referring you people who have worked with you and can speak to your abilities to successfully perform the duties of the role?

As a recruiter I get 3 types of referrals: 1) stranger referral: referee doesn't know the referral. 2) the buddy referral: referee knows the referral, but provides no context as to why we should consider the referral for the role, 3) colleague referral with context: referee had worked with the referral, provides context on went they are a good match to there open role. Of all these only #3 is useful to me as a recruiter.

Why I mentioned the above is to help you see why reaching out to a recruiter via LI with a well crafted message that explains that you've applied, and outlines why you're qualified for the role is a very good thing. If the person referring you has worked with you, they should also explain to the recruiter why you should be considered.

One word of caution: if you're interested in HR, Marketing, PM roles, and the company has all those rules open, I'd encourage to only apply to one to start - the one you're most qualified for. If you apply to all those roles, it will seem as though you're not focused.

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I appreciate the information! This helps a lot, thank you!

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Referrals are just referrals. They just give you a bigger chance to get noticed. There is nothing wrong reaching out to other recruiters for possible jobs. Referrals do not guarantee you a position in the company.

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I appreciate the honesty! Good to know it’s okay to still reach out.

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It depends on the company. Some referrals go straight to the hiring manager for review, and others still get sifted through before even going that far. I would suggest giving the recruiter time to reach out to you and if you don't hear anything in like a week or so, then maybe send thema message on Linked in.

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