Networking help

Based on the most helpful WSO content, here's a structured approach to your situation:

1. Initial Contact:

   • Reach out to the friend you interacted with, given your established rapport. This can be done via email or a phone call.
   • Start with a friendly greeting and a brief catch-up to maintain the personal connection.

2. Express Your Interest:

   • Clearly state your interest in pursuing a career in M&A and mention your previous internship experience to highlight your commitment and relevant background.
   • Example: "I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share that my interest in M&A has grown significantly after my recent internship experience."

3. Request for Connection:

   • Politely ask if he could introduce you to the MD for a networking call. Emphasize that you are looking to learn more about the industry and seek advice.
   • Example: "Given your experience and connections, I was wondering if you could introduce me to [MD's Name] for a brief networking call. I would love to gain insights from his extensive experience in the field."

4. Professional Tone:

   • Ensure your message is professional and concise. Avoid sounding desperate by focusing on your eagerness to learn and grow.
   • Example: "I believe connecting with [MD's Name] would be incredibly valuable as I continue to explore opportunities in M&A. Any assistance you could provide would be greatly appreciated."

5. Follow-Up:

   • If you don't receive a response within a week or two, send a polite follow-up message to reiterate your request.

Sample Email:

Subject: Seeking Your Guidance and Introduction

Hi [Friend's Name],

I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to reach out and share that my recent internship in M&A has further solidified my interest in pursuing a career in this field.

Given your experience and our shared background, I was hoping you could assist me with a small favor. Would it be possible for you to introduce me to [MD's Name] for a brief networking call? I am eager to learn from his extensive experience and gain insights that could help me as I continue to explore opportunities in M&A.

I truly appreciate any assistance you can provide and look forward to catching up soon.

Best regards, [Your Name]

By following this approach, you can maintain professionalism while leveraging your existing relationship to make a valuable connection.

Sources: How to get the MD to push your resume, How to get the MD to push your resume, Want to get me on the phone? Here's how - a networking overview., Mom is friends with an MD from GS... how do I approach this?, Dad's a partner at a PE shop how do I use it to network?