Everyone knows LinkedIn recommendations look good, but few are aware of the most persuasive ways to use them to aid their job search. When you’re hunting for a job, what you’re really doing is marketing yourself to an employer, and LinkedIn recommendations are a great way to sell yourself. Employers are in the marketplace looking … Read more
Let’s talk about something even more important than knowing to mute yourself on Zoom: your network. Building a strong and diverse professional network isn’t just a good idea; it is THE cheat code for your career. The right people in your network can open doors you didn’t even know existed, empowering you to reach new … Read more
Someone accepted your request to connect on LinkedIn. Yay! Now what? Now, you need to start a conversation. Don’t just let that new connection sit dead in the water. Here’s how to start a conversation with a new LinkedIn connection. How Do You Start A Conversation On LinkedIn? To start a conversation with a LinkedIn … Read more
Navigating the professional world of LinkedIn can sometimes feel like walking through a minefield of awkward connection requests and over-the-top sales pitches. We’ve all received those cringe-worthy messages that make us want to hit “ignore” faster than you can say “networking.” But fear not, LinkedIn warriors! Today, we’re diving into making genuine, non-cringey connections on … Read more
When you’re working a full-time job, finding time to enjoy the warm, bright summer weather can be a challenge. This is especially true for young professionals, as many of them are used to having summers off (or, at the very least, having a flexible summer schedule). But there’s no need to feel trapped behind your … Read more
LinkedIn launched a new feature a handful of years ago that lets you quickly and easily endorse people in your network for one or more skill sets they’ve chosen to list for themselves. Anyone who is actively looking for work right now should be striving to get endorsed often. Here’s why… Recruiters Will Be Looking … Read more
LinkedIn is the premier business networking site for job seekers and professionals at all levels. There are some things newbies need to know about LinkedIn before it will be a valuable tool for their job search, networking strategy, and overall career growth. In fact, whatever you’re using LinkedIn for, you should follow these 10 tips. … Read more
Whether you’re new to LinkedIn or a seasoned user, connecting with new people can be a challenge, especially when you’re not sure what to write in your LinkedIn invitation. You might be tempted to use the generic “I’d like to add you to my professional network on LinkedIn” template, but beware! By not personalizing your … Read more
There are three mistakes that people are making on LinkedIn right now that are costing them job opportunities, and I bet you haven’t heard them before. LinkedIn changed its algorithm once it reached one billion users. The algorithm used to search profiles and give recruiters the top 50 people that matched their keyword search based … Read more
In cold weather climates, the beginning of spring is a time to clean the house and get organized—a practice known as spring cleaning. Through the years, spring cleaning has taken on a larger meaning with people using the time to organize and declutter things in their lives. For professionals on the job hunt, a little … Read more