Networking letters are used request job search advice and assistance from your connections. Networking letters include letters of introduction, referral letters, letters requesting a meeting, and letters seeking career advice. Networking letters can be sent to people you know or to people to whom you were referred. Networking letters may be sent by mail, email, or via networking sites such as LinkedIn.
Sample:
Contact Name
Title
Company
Address
City, State, Zip
Dear Mr. Contact,
I was referred to you by Diane Smithers from XYZ company in New York. She recommended you as an excellent source of information on the communications industry.
My goal is to secure an entry-level position in communications. I would appreciate hearing your advice on career opportunities in the communications industry, on conducting an effective job search, and on how best to uncover job leads.
Thanks so much, in advance, for any insight and advice you would be willing to share. I look forward to contacting you early next week to set up a telephone informational interview. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
YourFirstName YourLastName
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