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198: How to 'Shoot Your Shot' at your dream job (even when they aren't hiring)

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Sep 17, 2025
Ever dreamed of working for a company that's not hiring? Discover how to create your own opportunity by crafting a targeted pitch. Learn the importance of researching companies and roles before reaching out. Find out the best channels for contact and when to follow up. Hear success stories that highlight this bold approach, all while managing your expectations. This strategy may not guarantee a job, but it’s all about making yourself known and potentially landing your dream position.
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ANECDOTE

Resume In The Drawer Became A Hire

  • A candidate dropped a resume at a radio station months before a niche imaging producer role opened.
  • When the role became vacant the hiring manager pulled that resume and hired them directly.
ADVICE

Specify The Role You Want

  • Do be specific about the role you want when pitching a company that isn't hiring.
  • Do clearly state the job title or function so they know exactly where you might fit.
ADVICE

Pick Companies That Actually Fit

  • Target only companies where your experience would genuinely fit that role or department.
  • Avoid random or major career-change pitches unless you can make a strong case.
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