How I Used LinkedIn to Get Advice for My Job Search Career - CareerEnlightenment.com

3. I called her up and got her adviceShe replied to my email the day after I sent it and gave me some days and times that she would be available, as well a phone number that she could be  reached at. I called her the following day and we talked and she had a couple of things to say that got me thinking. This included some information about  the company that I wanted to work for that I was not aware of.4. I sent her a thank you email.Don’t forget to say thank you. Here is my thank you email:Hello (her name),Thank you for taking the time to talk to me and give me advice. In addition to the information about non-competes, the idea of organizational development  is something I wasnt thinking about but sounds like it could be a good opportunity. I am going to start researching it ASAP. And thank you for the  invitation to touch base with you down the road as well. I appreciate your help.Have a good day,Drew Tewell5. I sent her a connection on LinkedIn.This is an important step that you don’t want to forget. Once you have reached out to someone and gotten their advice, make sure to send them a connection  on LinkedIn so you can stay connected.Getting advice from other professionals can be extremely valuable, especially from those in your field or in a field that interests you. Whether you are  looking for new opportunities or just wanting to get ahead and move up where you already are, LinkedIn is a great tool to use in your pursuit of this  advice. Give it a try today!