Another tip:
A very big NO NO!
NEVER EVER go up to a Chief Pilot at the local Aero Club and ask for a job!
They are there to unwind, not interview pilots! If you are introduced by a mutual aquaintence, fine, have a chat, but don't ask for a job!
Also, I have no problem seeing people who turn up at the door. If I have time I will see them, if not, then they are asked to email me their resume with a note saying they dropped in.