You want to work at your dream company. How can you make connections with the right people?

Para investigar el mercado laboral de manera efectiva y aprovecharlo a tu favor, sigue estos cinco pasos clave. En primer lugar, identifica dónde buscar, desde hablar con contactos en el campo hasta explorar portales de empleo y perfiles en LinkedIn. Luego, define qué buscar, desde los cargos específicos hasta las habilidades y valores requeridos. Investiga al menos 15-20 puestos para obtener una comprensión sólida. Alinea tu comunicación con el mercado laboral, adaptando tu currículum y perfil de LinkedIn. Finalmente, aplica únicamente a las vacantes que cumplan tus criterios de búsqueda para maximizar tu eficiencia y enfoque estratégico en tu búsqueda de empleo.

In my experience it is crucial to be able to create a personal story that connects with the company, some episode in your life where you were able to contribute to a business in the same or related segment. When researching the company's profile, seek to understand the impact it can or has generated in the established community, and seek to understand players around it.

Para establecer conexiones con las personas adecuadas en la empresa de tus sue?os, asiste a eventos y conferencias del sector, participa en foros y grupos de discusión en línea relacionados con la empresa, utiliza LinkedIn para conectar y interactuar con empleados actuales, solicita reuniones informativas para conocer más sobre sus roles y la cultura de la empresa, y ofrece valor a través de tus interacciones demostrando tu conocimiento y pasión por el campo.

Embarking on a journey to join your dream company is an exciting challenge. Utilizing online platforms like LinkedIn is crucial. Dive deep into profiles, join relevant groups, and engage with company content. Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and others are untapped resources; make your presence felt. It's not just about following, but actively participating—ask questions, share insights, and show genuine interest. Your digital footprint should reflect not just a desire for a job, but a passion for the industry. In a world driven by connections, let your online efforts become the bridge that connects you with the right people at your dream company.

Connecting with potential advocates is a delicate skill and needs to be done in a very assertive way. The key is to ensure you are not overstepping and that you are concise about the why behind the connection. Be mindful of the person's time, and always be polite and considerate. Do not take it personally if you get no response, most people are very busy.

When attending events, make sure you make a brief and concise introduction of yourself and possibly why you are attending that event, listen before speaking, and remember that is a social event, not an interview.

Asking for introductions and referrals is a powerful strategy for making connections with the right people at your dream company. Start by leveraging your existing network to identify individuals who may have connections or insights into the company. Reach out to friends, colleagues, or alumni who work there or have connections within the organization. Request introductions or referrals to key decision-makers or individuals in relevant departments. Additionally, consider attending industry events, conferences, or networking functions where you can meet professionals from your target company. When reaching out, be clear about your intentions and demonstrate genuine interest in learning more about the company and its culture.

In the UK there is the National Careers Week with loads of free resources but they are also available all year round! #NCW2024 This year it’s March 4-9th!