employment referrals

When competition for IT opportunities is intense, the value of every possible edge is magnified. A recommendation from someone within a potential employer can make the difference between landing an interview and continuing frustration. In many cases, job seekers are calling on the outermost reaches of their networks -- and sometimes beyond -- to find a way in. As a result, some IT professionals are fielding so many requests that they are suffering from "referral fatigue" and feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of people who have asked for their assistance.