Communicate Interests: Craft Outreach & Stories to Make Your Mark

Deliberate communication is essential for building meaningful connections. Even with meticulous targeting, casual outreach and unprepared messages can fall flat. Prioritize crafting well-articulated messages and practicing engaging stories to maximize your networking success.

Story & Outreach

Yale SOM Accomplishment Story Guide
Sample Informational Interview Questions
Your Story Guide
See other Telling Your Professional Story resources

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ASK AI: PROMPT IDEAS

I’m an MBA [Master’s, etc] student interested in [insert industry/function]. Draft an outreach email that is no longer than two paragraphs to an alum to introduce myself and ask if they have 20 minutes to share insights about their experience and career path [at XYZ company / in XYZ industry].