{"id":315,"date":"2018-02-19T11:00:01","date_gmt":"2018-02-19T11:00:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rainmakers.co\/blog\/?p=315"},"modified":"2022-08-04T11:56:55","modified_gmt":"2022-08-04T11:56:55","slug":"contact-hiring-managers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rainmakers.co\/blog\/contact-hiring-managers\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Find & Contact Hiring Managers About A Specific Sales Role (Without Seeming Desperate)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Tips For Contacting Hiring Managers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we’ll explain how to contact a hiring manager about a specific sales role\u2014without coming across as desperate or overly aggressive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

After scrolling <\/span>through a seemingly endless list of job postings, you finally found a sales role that seems perfect for you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You polished your resume, drafted a tailored cover letter, and submitted all necessary application materials. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everything you <\/span>need<\/span><\/i> to do to be considered is done. But, you’re also eager to find a way to make a more personal connection\u2014to go beyond the anonymity of the hiring process and put a face with your name. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the best ways to do this?<\/em> By reaching out to the hiring manager with a friendly, professional, and un-pushy message.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did that very thought make your palms clammy? We know\u2014putting yourself out there during your job search can be intimidating. Even though<\/span> you work in sales, selling yourself is still challenging.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, let’s dive in!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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But First\u2026 A Word Of Caution<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Reaching out to connect personally with somebody at the company can be a smart move. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, it should never be a replacement for going through the application process outlined by the employer.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For that reason, it’s wise not to reach out to the hiring manager about a specific role until <\/span>after<\/span><\/i> you’ve followed their instructions for officially tossing your hat into the ring. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ignoring the steps they’ve mapped out and instead opting to get in touch with a general, “I’m very interested in this position\u2014please consider me!” message will only make you seem lazy and disrespectful.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, make sure to heed the directions for applying (seriously, every last one) and then consider reaching out to the hiring manager as a secondary step to elevate your candidacy. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s great to be proactive about forging relationships\u2014but<\/span> that doesn’t mean you can skip necessary steps and make up your own rules.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Find Hiring Managers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With that disclaimer out of the way, how do you find the hiring manager for a specific role? You can implement a couple of tactics to zone in on the right person to contact.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Search the Company Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Depending on the company’s size, you might be able to identify the appropriate point of contact directly on the website.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Click through <\/span>the “About Us” or “Team” pages to see if the company lists team members individually.<\/strong> If so? Look for someone with a job title related to hiring, recruitment, talent management, or human resources.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Leverage LinkedIn<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

No luck on the website? As a salesperson, you already know that LinkedIn can be a powerful tool for forging relationships<\/a><\/strong>. So, it’s time to do some detective work on that platform.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the LinkedIn homepage, begin by typing the name of the company you’re applying to in the search bar. Then, if that employer has a LinkedIn profile, you should see it in your search results.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Once you’re on that company’s LinkedIn page, you’ll see a link that says “See All Employees on LinkedIn.” Click that, and you’ll be brought to a page that displays the LinkedIn profiles of that specific company’s employees.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For this example, we’re looking at Google’s LinkedIn profile\u2014meaning there are thousands of employees. If the company you’re applying to isn’t nearly as large, you’ll have a much easier time zoning in on the appropriate contact.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, if not? Use the filters to help you narrow your results. For example, click the “Filters” button and then type in a keyword (i.e., “talent” or “hiring”) to see only people who have that term in their job title.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to Contact Hiring Managers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You’ve found the person that you want to contact. Now, there’s another big question hanging over your head: What do you say? What sort of message is polished and professional\u2014without seeming pushy?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

After you’ve submitted your application, your best bet is to send a connection request (along with a personalized message) via LinkedIn.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is LinkedIn better than email? Well, for starters, it’s a social network\u2014meaning it’s a far more casual and low-pressure way to reach out. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secondly, because it’s a social platform, it makes for an effortless<\/span> way to stay in touch. A simple “like” or “comment” on that contact’s activity will keep you at the forefront of their minds\u2014without having to send formal or purposeful emails. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you do send a personalized connection request, keep things short (you’ll have limited characters anyway) and somewhat general. Remember, this isn’t your opportunity to get into a lengthy discussion about the role. Instead, your goal is to make an introduction and demonstrate your interest in the position.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This means that your messages should hit on three key things:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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