Had great coffee chat with an associate who said ‘email me anytime’. Sent two polite follow-ups over 6 weeks with deal updates - radio silence. How do VPs actually want juniors to maintain contact during recruiting seasons? Is there a non-annoying interval or content formula that keeps you memorable?
Strategic persistence: Follow up every 4-6 weeks with CONCRETE updates. Example: ‘Since we spoke, I’ve completed X financial modeling course and attached my take on Y acquisition case we discussed. Would appreciate any feedback ahead of interview season.’ Shows growth rather than desperation.
theyre not ghosting - youre buried under 200 unreads. ping every 3 weeks with SUBJECT LINES that matter. ‘Q3 telco multiples shift vs your XYZ deal’ > ‘following up’. add password-protected PDFs so they HAVE to reply to access. evil? maybe. works? always.
Don’t take it personally! Keep sharing wins - persistence shows passion 
Maybe add a fun industry meme next time?