Looking for a new job but not sure how LinkedIn can help you in your search? In this presentation, we share some quick and easy ways to get the maximum returns from the world's most popular professional networking site when you're job searching.
8. A summary of 40 or more
words will increase your
chances of appearing in
someone's search
9. How to market yourself
to others
• Include your title, role,
skills, experience and
achievements
• Incorporate keywords
such as words and
phrases used in job
descriptions in your field
13. Under the Summary, Experience and
Education profile sections are square
icons with (+) symbols
How to upload rich media
Upload a file or link to content you
want to share
17. How to make
recommendations
• Go to a contact’s ‘Profile’ and scroll
to the ‘Recommendations’ box
• Write the recommendation
• Ask if they might write one for you
20. How to find jobs
• Click ‘Jobs’ then ‘Find Jobs’
• Add keywords related to jobs you
are interested in
• The advanced search function
provides more options
21. Jobs are also posted on
company pages
• Click on ‘Interests’, then ‘Companies’
to search by company name,
keyword and industry
22. For more advice and helpful hints to boost your job search,
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