Remaining positive, active and enthusiastic is paramount. One of the most powerful tools for in any job search is LinkedIn when used efficiently and effectively. It will assist you in reaching the correct hiring managers and recruitment professionals and exponentially scale up your job seeking activity. Focussing on Linkedin, here are some tips to make the most out of your LinkedIn profile and network. Optimise your Profile: –
- Use a concise and descriptive headline that reflects your current career status and goals in your professional headline, craft a compelling summary that highlights your skills, experiences and career aspirations in the summary section (opportunity to showcase your unique value proposition) and ensure that your work experience is up-to-date and includes key achievements and responsibilities
- Upload a professional-looking photo to make your profile more appealing and trustworthy
- Create a custom LinkedIn URL (linkedin.com/in/yourname) to make your profile easily shareable and discoverable
- List relevant skills in the skills section and remember endorsements from colleagues can enhance credibility
- Connect with professionals in your industry, alumni, and colleagues (quality connections) and personalise connection requests to increase the chances of it being accepted
- Join and participate in LinkedIn groups relevant to your industry to expand your network
- Regularly share industry-related content, articles and updates to demonstrate your knowledge and stay visible to your network and consider writing articles or creating posts showcasing your expertise and thought leadership
- Request previous colleagues or supervisors for recommendations to add credibility to your profile
- Turn on the “Open to Job Opportunities” feature to signal to recruiters that you are actively looking and consider using the Job Seeker badge for increased visibility
- Follow companies you are interested in to stay informed about their updates and job openings and engage with your network’s posts and updates to stay connected and visible
- Use the Jobs tab to search for relevant positions and set job alerts based on your preferences
- Be responsive and respond promptly messages and connection requests
By actively managing and optimising your LinkedIn profile, you can significantly enhance your visibility to recruiters and potential employers, increasing your chances of landing your next job. Stay tuned – more to come shortly.
