The speaker shares their experience of securing remote jobs, emphasizing the importance of networking and reaching out to people. They highlight that all their job opportunities, including internships and a cold sales position in SAS, came from proactive efforts in connecting with others. The speaker mentions using LinkedIn for job applications and securing an internship through someone acquainted with a contact at Alti World.
Additionally, they discuss landing a position in an agency through an alumni connection, a result of reaching out to numerous alumni for informational conversations. The speaker emphasizes the value of asking each person for recommendations on who else to connect with or inquire about potential job opportunities. Overall, their success in obtaining remote jobs is attributed to a combination of strategic networking, utilizing online platforms, and seeking guidance from experienced professionals in their field.