My program has alumni working across sport, but I do not want to send generic requests for referrals. What kinds of outreach tend to lead to genuine conversations?
SPMA provides a practical starting answer. Add first-hand experience, a different perspective or a useful example from the industry.
Ask about a decision or transition in their career that is relevant to yours. Alumni are usually much more receptive to a focused conversation than a broad “can you help me get into sports?” message. Follow up later with what you learned or how you applied the advice.
What does progression usually depend on beyond simply knowing the rules?
What does progression usually depend on beyond simply knowing the rules?
A lot of career advice says to network, but that is not very actionable when you are starting with no industry connections. What approaches…
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