DCT01112013: You must know ‘someone’ before you get job? Not necessarily
DAILY CAREER TIP 01.11.2013: You don’t need to know someone powerful before getting job
You do not need to know anyone to get a job in Accenture and many other companies that I know. You need to be good, and to know your stuffs. You stand a better chance of getting a job if you have unique skills that companies will covet.
I accept it is helpful to have a mentor/coach who can guide you, show you the way and in some instances, open the doors for you. I have benefitted from certain mentors. But you must have certain skills and attributes that will interest and encourage your mentor/coach.
This is one tip I greatly value. Straight and on point.