According to LinkedIn, there are 675+ million users on the platform, as of February 1, 2020. So while standing out is not easy, there are still some opportunities to set yourself apart (that most job seekers do not know about and do not take advantage of).
In this article, former recruiter and Job Search Expert Biron Clark walks you through 6 areas where you can make your LinkedIn profile stand out to recruiters and hiring managers.
According to Pew Research, Facebook is the most widely
used social network. But, Instagram is second (LinkedIn is fourth). Given Instagram's visibility and popularity, you can use your Instagram account to build your personal brand and online visibility.
In this article, Social Media for Job Search Expert Hannah Morgan shares how to make your Instagram profile support your job search. She also shares how to disconnect Instagram from your professional visibility if you prefer that option.
Smart job seekers know to research a potential employer
before applying so they can apply effectively and also to avoid places they would not be happy working.
You can learn a lot about a company by seeing what they post on Facebook. So, a smart strategy for interview preparation is to check out the company’s Facebook pages, too. Social Media for Job Search Expert Hannah Morgan shares 7 ways you can leverage Facebook to research employers.
When you are unemployed, lacking a job title for your
"current job" in LinkedIn reduces your profile's findability among competing candidates, with your profile shown several pages lower than what it could have been. Not good for your job search!
So, adding a current position to your profile when you are unemployed is smart. If you do opt to add a current position, keep the description short and in alignment with the job you’re seeking, using the tips in this article by Laura Smith-Proulx, LinkedIn Job Search Expert.
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