Good Old Boy Network Controls The Jobs Here
Ask The Headhunter, Monday, May 4th, 2026
Advice on breaking into exclusive local job networks through genuine relationship-building and community involvement.
A job seeker laid off in a small city asks how to access word-of-mouth jobs controlled by a local "good old boy network" of insiders.
Nick Corcodilos advises becoming a genuine community member by socializing where insiders gather, reconnecting with former colleagues, offering value without expecting immediate returns, and taking continuing education courses.
He emphasizes that breaking into tight networks requires consistent investment in authentic relationships and participation in the local community rather than traditional job search methods, which typically yields better results than online applications.