The Dream Job System Podcast Who Should You Reach Out To In Your Job Search? | Ep #780
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Nov 26, 2025 In this episode, the focus is on strategic networking during your job search. Austin emphasizes the importance of intentional outreach over casual connections. He highlights targeting the hiring manager and potential teammates who can influence hiring decisions. The conversation includes strategies for reaching out to adjacent team members and leveraging outside contacts. Austin even suggests creating a prioritized list of 15 key contacts to maximize impact. This is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their job search strategy!
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Target The Hiring Manager First
- The hiring manager is the central decision maker you should target for highest impact.
- Finding and building a relationship with them dramatically increases hiring odds.
Search By Title And Team Fit
- Do search for people with titles that align to the hiring manager and vet their profiles for team fit.
- Add several such candidates to cast a wider net and increase your chance of finding the true hiring manager.
Prioritize Future Teammates
- Reach out to potential peers and teammates because they often interview you and advise the hiring manager.
- Prioritize adding 8–10 of these people to be the core of your contact list.