What usually makes you willing/want to give someone a referral?

hey there :)

for referrals, honestly I only referred people I actually knew and who I felt were genuinely nice and thoughtful to work with. beyond that, what matters is that someone is sharp, well-prepared, and clearly motivated for consulting. a great chat where the person asks good questions, listens well, and has a clear story already goes a long way.

best coffee chat question I’ve heard was something like “looking back, what differentiated the people who really thrived at your firm vs those who didn’t?” it shows real curiosity and helps you understand success factors, not just recruiting tips.

feel free to reach out if you want to practice networking chats :)

best,
Alessa :)