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Cold calling. It can strike fear in any job seeker's mind. Ideally, you'd always have an introduction to someone you want to speak to on the phone, but realistically, it isn't always possible to warm up your leads. Do you have a
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to get in touch with some new contacts? How can you successfully get through to people who have the power to positively influence your job hunt? The key is to plan ahead and prepare for all options. 1.