How to Network with Retained Executive Search Consultants.
JAN 22, 2011
1. Do not send a mass email of your resume to all search consultants you can find!
2. Do send a personal email to a select number of search consultants that specialize in your industry, function and region. This should be a total of 4-6 consultants.
3. Keep your email introduction brief and to the point. Be concise about what you want from the consultant.
4. Attach an up-to-date copy of your resume in a widely accepted format such as Word or PDF.
5. Include 4-5 bullet points that outline what function, industry and region you are looking at, and any specific key career achievements that they would be interested in.
6. Let the consultant know what you can do to help THEM - networking is a two way street.
7. If possible, arrange a personal referral to a search consultant via a colleague or business associate who has an existing relationship – personal connections open doors.
8. Find out which industry events and seminars your target consultant is attending and, if possible, join the audience and prepare for an in-person introduction.
9. Offer yourself as a “source” to the consultant – noting that you are well connected in your industry and could assist them with any searches they are working on.
