I can't speak for anyone else, but if an "active benefactor" tried to
influence hiring process I would be livid!  It wouldn't work here -
maybe where you're from, Alan, I don't know...i would hope that in a lot
of places trying to pull that kind of thing would be the kiss of death.
linn

Alan Heaberlin wrote:

> Steve Frevert wrote:
> >  I've found that, without
> > a degree in museum studies or perhaps
> > history, nine years of solid volunteer
> > experience, no matter how challenging,
> > is not enough to even get a foot in the
> > door at most places (so take heart, Elizabeth)..
> >
>
> The most qualified person doesn't always get the
> job--including personnel manager! But keeping that
> in mind, maybe you are trying to get your foot in
> the wrong door.
> Try to cultivate a personal relationship with a
> director or two--or even better, an active
> benefactor who will give you a recommendation.
> With that in hand, your resume may become of
> secondary importance. It may seem shabby to resort
> to politics to finally land a job you are clearly
> qualified for, but it is a political world out
> there...isn't it?
> Alan Heaberlin