The MBA Guide to Networking Like A Rockstar: The Ultimate Guide to Navigating the Complex MBA Landscape & Developing Personal Relationships to Stand Out Among Top-Caliber Candidates
It's a simple approach: When a recruiter meets you, he or she will mentally place you in one of four buckets: Yes, No, Maybe, or ROCKSTAR! Your resume is only half the battle in landing your dream job. Whether or not you have the big name schools or companies, the highest GMAT score, or the best work experience, you can be a ROCKSTAR candidate by networking effectively. This guide will help you: (1) Understand the Recruiter's Decision Mindset (2) Identify the right individuals to network with (3) Develop personal relationships with influential individuals (4) Navigate the MBA Networking Lifecycle (5) Understand what NOT to do, what to do, and when... and more!
Very quick read (I finished it in about 2 hours) but packed full of good tips. While it was tailored towards MBA students, I still was able to take away good advice after being in the workforce for several years. I especially enjoyed the examples the author provided to illustrate the concepts that were discussed. Since I am not the most outgoing person, these gave me some context of how to frame the conversations at networking events.
I personally thought it was quite well written :) It has reached thousands of students and young professionals around the world, helping them positively impact their career development. Share the message and help others!