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If you’re close to somebody connected to the company–be it a friend, family member, or former colleague–you’re in luck. Assuming you have a good relationship, they will probably be happy to help you out.
“Be honest with them. Tell them what it is you’re ultimately looking for, and give them an idea of how they can help you,” recommends career coach Carlota Zimmerman.
Keep in mind, though, that a request for a referral–even when asking a close friend–is not a guarantee that you’ll receive one. If somebody can’t vouch for your work quality, they may not be comfortable putting themselves on the line for you. Because of this, it’s polite to give somebody an out, says Roy Cohen, career coach and author of The Wall Street Professional’s Survival Guide.
Via The Learning Factor
Referrals are a great way to get an “in” at a company. But you should always be tactful about asking for it.
Check out this great article I found on Scoopit.
As a business owner myself I found it quite insightful.
We have many clients, and they are all happy, and we realise that word of mouth is the best way to grow. But asking for referrals is never easy.
Thanks for writing this article and giving us some tips to help us out.