The Unexpected Power of Weak Ties to Impact Your Job Search

For minorities and immigrants, Weak Ties can be bridges to otherwise unavailable information. Weak Ties who have a job can be the ladder for climbing out of unemployment into the hidden job market. Share your Strong Ties. They are other people’s Weak Ties. Ask your Strong Ties for a job reference. Keep in touch. 48% just don’t take the time. Weak Ties are your network outside of your immediate social circle.