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21 Tips for Job Hunting - A Comprehensive Strategy

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

Also, ask in a manner so they know you would love the rec sometime in the next 2-3 weeks, not ASAP. In instances where people have directly helped me get a job by making an important introduction or went out of their way for me, I will give a gift, if appropriate. The timing of the gift is also crucial.