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General Principles

1. At least include sth about the person, why you are reaching out to them specifically. Make the message less about you and more about them. Ex — I’m reaching out to you because you are …. The more personal, the more effective.
2. Reach out to people who are already employed. Because: (1) They did it and have advice to give, and (2) It shows the company they work for have a precedent of hiring from countries like yours

Real-Life Examples

Example 1: Alumni Network

Example 2: Hiring Manager

Example 3: Hiring Manager

Message to Hiring Manager

1-Outreach

Indirect - when they do NOT have a job opening

• Hi [Name], [Your Name] here. I’m also from [Home Country]. I really admire how you [specific achievement in their profile you are impressed with]. I’d love to learn more about the work you do at [Current Company]. Let's connect?
• Hi X, my name is Chiara. I am also from [home country]. I’m finishing my Masters in International Business in a few months and would want to continue pursuing my career in France. I’d love to get your advice for 15 to 20mins. Let’s connect?
• Hi Maxime, my name is Elnaz. I am also ... [or some compliment on his profile]. I would love to learn more about [this amazing thing you do]. And would love to talk to you for 15 to 20mins. Let's connect?