You’ve gotten a LinkedIn account set up, created a stand-out profile, built your network and have started searching for jobs. Now what?
Ideally your job search should lead to people seeking you out instead of you having to search and apply for openings. This is done by creating a stellar profile and maintaining a personal brand that is consistent with your career goals. Be active in your use of LinkedIn so that people will come to you.
- Manage your Skills & Endorsements to ensure the ones you want to be known for are seen (How to reorderthem)
- Get Active with Groups
- Create a group discussion starter
- Create a group
- Invite people to join your group
- Get Active with Recommendation
- Be a Content Driver
- Share content that is connected to your professional brand. Aim to share at least one thing a day, if not more.
- Create long form posts and share
- Strive to be a LinkedIn Influencer
Have you taken your use of LinkedIn to the next level? If so, what results have you seen?
