Cold Calls in Job Search

Cold Calls in Job Search Hey, how are those cold calls working for you? Nobody is good at cold calling. Well, few are.   It takes confidence, thick skin and practice.  So, why are you doing it? Heres Geoffrey Gitomers work around: Pssst: This is blurry, it isnt your vision! Take Aways: We are smarter consumers and can smell cold calls a mile away! The reality isno one likes to feel they are being sold (or being convinced to meet with someone who might try and sell us)! We tend to buy from people we like and/or trust. And we put more faith in buying stuff that has been recommended by people we know-like-respect-value. Instead of reaching out coldly, attract people by showing your value and likeability: Write Speak Network Ask for a referral With social media tools, it is quite possible that you can connect via a friend, connection or fellow tweeter far more easily than via a cold call, so what are you waiting for? Your Actions Have you asked EVERYONE you know for an intro to that key person at that great company? Have you attended a professional association relevant to your search? Have you written or presented anything on your topic of expertise? (What are you waiting for) As a last resort, sure, go ahead, cold call. You never know. But have you tried everything else first?