Networking | Finding Your Next Job In Fintech part 3

About this episode

Dexter Cousins discusses the importance of focusing on a small, critical network for job hunting success in fintech.

Most people treat networking like fitness - they lie on the sofa for three years, then panic when they're out of shape. In this episode, Dexter Cousins breaks down the 95-5 principle: 95% of your job hunting success comes from 5% of your network. Learn how to identify the critical 5% of your network, activate them strategically, and turn two-minute conversations into warm introductions. This is networking done right. KEY TAKEAWAYS The 95-5 Principle: Focus on your critical 5%, not broadcastin...

People in this episode

Host: Dexter Cousins

Topics covered

• networking
• job hunting
• fintech
• career development
• 95-5 principle

Keywords

• networking
• job search
• fintech careers
• 95-5 principle
• warm introductions

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