Word-of-mouth leads in Atlanta after 8 years as an IT help-desk technician

A friend who works at a local manufacturer says there are openings not advertised online. There are 8 people counting on me, so I am trying to be careful. They like a brief email with a résumé. Does anyone have similar leads?

Keep a list of who you contacted and when. It makes follow-ups easy.

Small employers often hire on recommendation. Ask neighbours, former co-workers and your library.