You may be wondering what "100% complete" is, and why it even matters. When your LinkedIn profile meets their criteria for completeness, your profile is more likely to land higher in search results. Your visibility increases dramatically. Executive recruiters and hiring decision makers at your …
Using LinkedIn For Confidential Executive Job Search
Do you have the same fear that many of my c-level executive clients have when I tell them they need a branded, 100% complete LinkedIn profile and to fully leverage all the social network has to offer? If they're employed, they worry that their employer, or someone at work, will see their activity …
Job Search Tips From Jason Alba of JibberJobber
In my continuing series of posts focusing on job search bloggers you should know about, I turned to my friend and colleague Jason Alba. He has been on the scene since 2006 offering help through JibberJobber, a job search and career management tool, and several blogsites. Catch up with my 3 …
Job-Hunt’s Personal Branding LinkedIn Group
For about a year I've been managing the Personal Branding subgroup of the Job-Hunt Help Group. Along with job seekers at all professional levels, membership includes many Reach Certified Personal Branding Strategists besides myself, and other esteemed careers industry professionals. Come join …
Best LinkedIn Tips: Find LinkedIn Groups to Join
LinkedIn Groups are one of the big benefits of LinkedIn membership, but many members don’t seem to know that. They’re missing out on plenty of opportunities to accelerate their job search. Joining the right Groups can lead you to people who can help you achieve your job search goals. But how do …
Surprise Someone with a LinkedIn Recommendation
Twice earlier this year I opened my email inbox to unexpected LinkedIn recommendations awaiting my approval or revisions. What a thrill! Two lovely testimonials from colleagues in support of me and my work. Needless to say, their kindness made my day. Conversely, I’ve done the same for others. …
How To Write a LinkedIn Invitation to Connect
I receive lots of requests to connect on LinkedIn. That’s very nice. I’m glad people are interested. I'm selective about who I connect with, and go by quality over quantity. Typically people inviting me don’t bother to actually write a message. They use the lifeless default, "I’d like to add you …
Executive Job Search: Update Your LinkedIn Network
Get yourself into a regular routine (say, once a week or a few times a month) of posting status updates to your profile. Your updates sit at the top of your profile, so will likely be one of the first things people see when reviewing your profile. Your LinkedIn network is notified of your …
LinkedIn Guide for Personal Branding and Executive Job Search
UPDATE !!! — For updated information on using LinkedIn for personal branding and executive job search, go to my 3-part series, starting here How to Use the New LinkedIn for Executive Personal Branding. — <><><><><><><><><><> — No …
Executive Job Search: How Recruiters and Employers Find Candidates on LinkedIn
No doubt about it, LinkedIn is a fabulous networking and resource tool for job search. It offers so many features to actively uncover and pursue opportunities. But LinkedIn also sits high on the list of best passive job search practices. A well-built 100% complete profile can be your ticket to …