The four key actions* that unlock social capital:
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Answering the question
“tell me about yourself”

2
Asking open-ended questions

3
Finding things in common - similarities

4
Making the goldilocks ask
(five minutes or less)

*Based on six years of action research at Climb Hire.
What we offer

Communication Essentials
Building Social Skills
Deliver content to ensure that jobseekers are ready to have impactful conversations with alumni at their institution or upskilling organization.
Sample Modules:
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Developing a compelling personal narrative
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How to be authentic and not transactional
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How to be professionally polished
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How to express curiosity as a method to creating a lasting and positive impression
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Articulating accomplishments, skills and interests

Leverage Weak TieS + Alumni Networks
Brokering Access
Pair job seekers with employed alumni. Facilitating the formation of new relationships and broadening job referral opportunities.
Sample Lessons + Delivery:
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Discovering connections in your network
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Mobilizing professionals nearby
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Practice effective body language
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How to be an active listener
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Mastering the art of open ended questions
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Being an excellent conversationalist
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Search for points of similarities
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Developing confidence

The Art Of The ASKS
Landing the Job
Hands-on practice to engage professionals in unlocking a referral. This includes building confidence and finding comfort with making an ask.
Sample Lessons + Delivery:
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Professional outreach
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Effective emails and messages
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Follow up techniques
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Referral and introduction requests
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Templates for success
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Leveraging AI to practice having conversations with professionals