Renetworking with the same firm

Hi there, 

I'm so sorry to hear about all this. 

This is really unfortunate. Really. 

Please don't take it to reflect on you. It's just a bad period in the economy and everybody is suffering in their own way.

Don't drop these connections. By no means. 

These are people that already liked you and were willing to help you. They are aware that this is a difficult period. 

Just reach out to them when you are ready to apply again and explain the context. I'm 95% sure that they would be willing to help you again. 

For other candidates who might be reading this post, would you mind sharing your experience of what you did to get these referrals?

Sharing here also my guide on how to lead networking calls and get referrals:

• Free Guide: How To Handle Networking Calls and Get Referrals

Best,
Cristian

Hi there,

Sorry to hear that the process was put on hold. In terms of your question:

Q: How do I restart these relationships and ensure these people back me when I reapply? 

I would reach out to the connections with whom you had a good relationship and ask if they have “any suggestions for your next application”, given that the process was put on hold.

If you don’t get feedback/referral offers, you can then start the process again.

Good luck!

Francesco

Hello,

That's great to hear that you got several partner referrals - very impressive! You should definitely leverage those connections again when you reapply. I would reach back out to your contacts closer to the time you want to reapply again, explain the situation, reaffirm your interest in joining the firm and let them know what you've been doing the past year. I expect they will be happy to refer you again.

Hi there,

Sorry to hear - not easy.

Ultimately this is a bit transactional and that's ok. To be honest, you want to minimize the “annoyance” level. No need to reach out or message now.

When you get to applying again, reach out, briefly explain (briefly!) the situation and ask if they might be willing to refer you again.

Hi there,

if you had a good, friendly relationship with these Partners, it's not a problem that you haven't connected in a few months - time flies and everyone is busy, so they won't mind you re-connecting.

Suggest you start with the base you already have - pick the ones you had the best connection with and kindly ask to reengage over a quick call. Taking the time to do so usually signalls your willingness and effort to build genuine relationship, so most Partners will appreciate.

Worst thing that can happen is that some just don't get back to you, but usually some at least will and then you can focus on them. Only if that doesn't work, try to extend your network, as every new relationship takes time to build.

Hope this helps.

Regards, Andi