Job Leads: The Do's and Don't of Asking for Referrals

In this episode, George Lehman from Novo Nordisk joins to discuss the nuanced world of job referrals. George outlines his career journey and highlights the importance and challenges of securing referrals. The conversation delves into whom to ask for referrals, effective outreach strategies, and proper etiquette, even in the absence of prior connections. Tom and George share networking experiences, focusing on avoiding awkward requests and leveraging LinkedIn. They provide insights on building professional relationships, emphasizing timing and quality. The episode wraps up with final advice on networking and a call to action for listeners.