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I’ve seen people create mock campaigns or redesign parts of a product as part of a cold outreach — it worked because it showed creativity and understanding of the business. But the key isn’t gimmicks — it’s relevance and effort. Even a voice memo instead of a cover letter can stand out if it’s smart and authentic. Would love to hear more examples too!
Mentor
I've never done anything like it, but I think it would work amazingly! I'm going to try and do that next time I'm interested in joining a tech product company. I'd be interested in understanding if any recruiter had a positive experience about this.
Personalized, concise outreach that shows you understand the role and the company always stands out. Even a small touch, like a relevant project or insight, can make a big difference in a crowded applicant pool.