Summation with Auren Hoffman
Non-obvious ideas that move the world. Auren Hoffman hosts leaders across tech, business, markets, and government.
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Auren is CEO of NQB8, GP at Flex Capital, Chairman of Dialog; former CEO of SafeGraph and LiveRamp (NYSE: RAMP).
Summation with Auren Hoffman
The LM Brief: How to Actually Look for a Job (Without Wasting Everyone’s Time)
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This week’s World of DaaS LM Brief covers Auren Hoffman’s guide to running a job search like a full-time commitment. Instead of vague networking, he lays out a five-step process that stresses clarity, specificity, and creating value before asking for help. From defining target roles to demonstrating impact with real work, the approach reframes job hunting as a strategic, disciplined pursuit.
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