Basic Employee Referral Etiquettes

E-Mail :

• Subject Line:
  Use a clear and concise subject line. For example, "Your Name - Applying for [Job Title]." A well-crafted subject line helps your email stand out among many.

• Be Specific:
  Avoid sending a generic request for any job. Tailor your message to the specific role you’re interested in, as this shows intent and professionalism.

• Personalized Greeting:
  Address the recipient by their first name if you know it. Avoid generic salutations like "Dear Sir/Madam."

• Reference the Job Opening:
  Mention where you found the job listing (e.g., "LinkedIn post") to provide context.

• Highlight Your Strengths:
  Clearly articulate what makes you a strong candidate for the position. This is crucial.

• Show Interest in the Company:
  If relevant, include why you’re interested in the company. This can demonstrate your enthusiasm and knowledge about the organization.

• Availability:
  Indicate if you are available to start immediately, as this can work in your favor.

• Contact Information:
  Always include your email address or phone number for easy follow-up.

Resume:

• File Format:
  Avoid sending your resume in DOC/DOCX format. Instead, save it as a PDF.

• File Naming:
  Name the PDF file as follows: "Your Name - Resume [Month Year]." This makes it easy for recipients to identify your document.

• Presentation Matters:
  Ensure your resume is well-formatted and visually appealing. A polished resume can leave a lasting impression.

• Proofread:
  Spend a few minutes proofreading your email and resume to catch any errors. This helps ensure all details are accurate and relevant. Avoid including unrelated activities in your resume; for example, if you’re in IT, mentioning "Attended an aeronautical workshop in 2017" isn’t relevant.

Please spend a couple of minutes just proofreading your email/resume. Avoids errors and missing out details. Also, please make sure you don't include any valueless stuffs you did, in the resume.

Example : If you are from IT Department, "Attended aeronatical workshop in 2017" doesn't count as your co-curriculur activity.

LinkedIn :

• Engagement in Comments:
  Simply commenting "Interested" on job posts is not effective. Your comment will likely get lost among many others. Instead, take direct action based on the instructions provided.

• Follow Instructions:
  If the job post instructs you to email or apply through a specific link, be sure to follow those directions rather than spamming the comments section.

• Utilize Search Filters:
  Use LinkedIn's search filters effectively to find relevant job opportunities.

In conclusion, even the smallest actions can lead to meaningful opportunities. If this helps even one or two people secure a job, I’ll consider it a success.

The smallest of actions is better than the greatest of intentions.

All the best ❤🤟🏻

Looking forward to connecting in the next article. Signing off!