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In this Job Search Stories episode, Career Coach Clint discusses how to start those ever-so awkward networking conversations. We cover everything from sending non-generic emails and defining your "value proposition" to which icebreakers are safe to use (and which to avoid!).

0:00 - Intro

0:07 - How to make your emails stand out

0:59 - What is a value proposition?

1:11 - Is it too pushy to reach out to the hiring manager directly?
2:12 - What’s a creative way to start a conversation?

3:29 - Networking tip if you only have 30 seconds

4:51 - Elevator pitch tips

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