Should I email the Partner to schedule to talk first, before I submit my application online,
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Submit my application online first, then immediately cold email Partner to schedule to talk, and let him know I've just submitted my application?
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Hi there,
Better to ask a referral before you apply. You can find more tips on referrals here:
https://www.preplounge.com/en/consulting-forum/hey-everyonehope-all-is-well-3176
Best,
Francesco
Hi there,
This is Networking 101 :) You want to start your networking now. Try and speak to a number of people with the ultiamte goal of getting a referral or getting in touch with HR.
Networking has minimal impact if you apply before you network. To be clear the order is network first apply second!
Hi, if you have the chance to talk to the partner before submitting the application you can indirectly ask for a referral to accelerate the process
Best,
Antonello
To apply via referral you need the referral first then the application
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