I’ve done that for every job I’ve gotten in the past 20 years. I’m not sure if everyone does it this way, but I identify an org. Then I look for people who wor

I’ve done that for every job I’ve gotten in the past 20 years. I’m not sure if everyone does it this way, but I identify an org. Then I look for people who work in that org or near it and find authentic ways to connect with them to learn about the position. And I just work toward a hiring manager until I’m able to spend time with them and demonstrate value. And then eventually, if it’s a match, they have a position that I apply to and usually their decision is made before I apply. This seems pretty common in how I hire as well as it’s really useful to be able to meet and identify people who will be a good fit. It’s much harder to sort through tons of applicants.