How do you ask for a referral without overstepping? Let's break down how to craft the perfect referral request, avoid common mistakes, and even turn casual LinkedIn connections into genuine networking opportunities. Whether you're a student or a seasoned professional, this post will help you stand out and make it easy for others to say, "Yes, I'll refer you."
Ever since I started blogging and creating YouTube videos about software engineering career development, more people have reached out asking for help getting referrals to companies I’ve mentioned. Referrals can significantly boost your chances of landing an interview, so here’s…
Thinking of applying to jobs on LinkedIn? While it’s a must-have tool for software engineers, not every feature is as useful as it seems. Let me share some LinkedIn tips with you.
Landing a job in tech isn’t easy (and neither is getting that second one). That’s where LinkedIn comes in. Whether you love it or hate it, LinkedIn can quietly boost your career, help you land referrals, and keep you on recruiters' radar -- all without taking up much of your time. But is it really worth it for software engineers?