A referral can result in you skipping one or more hiring steps. It is almost mandatory for landing a job at a well-known company. Not everyone has the connections, but ask around for a referral if you do.

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Edwin, an anthropomorphic jackrabbit, is wearing a business casual outfit and has a grumpy expression on his face. He gives job searching tips by speaking directly to the reader using a dialogue bubble. Edwin says,
"Referrals are when a current employee recommends someone they know for a job opening. Sometimes it is the only way to get your resume read. Seek out references from your contacts (e.g., past coworkers, classmates). If all else fails, reach out to employees on LinkedIn and ask for a referral."