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Tips for Networking with Pilots at Specific Units?
Hello everyone,
I’m trying to figure out the best way to network with pilots at specific units and could use some advice. Is reaching out on LinkedIn too forward, or is that generally okay? I’m really trying not to step on any toes or commit any faux pas while going through this process, but I also understand that making genuine connections can easily be the difference in having a legitimate chance at a UPT slot and being just another résumé in the stack. If you’ve got other ideas or platforms for making these connections, or any tips on how to approach this respectfully, I’d love to hear them.
Thanks for the help!
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Personally I would not reach out to pilots on LinkedIn or personal email. Find out when these units are hosting visits or when they are hiring and just go in as many times as you can. Bring a nice bottle or a nice gift and write your name on it so people remember you. Go to social events and just chat with as many people as you can. You can also try and coordinate visits via the hiring email that is on BogiDope.
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I have reach out to pilots on LinkedIn before and it helped me get invited to base visits. Sometimes they will give you their phone numbers and you’ll be able to ask them any questions you want. It all depends on the person.
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