Best Practice to ask Help from Strangers

Best Practice to ask Help from Strangers

If you want to ask a stranger or someone you meet briefly (like on an escalator or street) for help with your job search, you need to be clear, concise, and polite. Here’s a simple approach:

1. Be Respectful and Brief

“Excuse me, I hope I’m not disturbing you. I’m currently looking for a job in [industry/role]. Do you know of any opportunities or someone I could speak with?”

2. Mention Your Skills Quickly

“I have experience in [your field, e.g., accounting, sales, IT] and I’m actively searching for a job in the UAE. Any advice or connections you can suggest would be really helpful.”

3. Exchange Contact Information

If they seem interested, ask if you can connect via LinkedIn or WhatsApp.

“I’d love to stay in touch. May I send you my CV or connect on LinkedIn?”

4. Be Grateful, Even If They Can’t Help

“Thank you for your time! I appreciate any guidance or referrals you can share.”

If you’re in an event or conference, you can be more direct:

“I see you work in [industry]. I’d love any insights on job opportunities. Do you have any advice?”

The key is confidence, politeness, and keeping it short.

Be always careful when asking help to strangers and step away if you feels their response or approach is wrong