LinkedIn is home to 930 million users spread across 200 countries. In such a crowded space, a lacklustre profile won't do you any favours. As someone who has assisted executives globally in crafting compelling LinkedIn profiles, I've identified best practices to...
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Bypass HR: Navigating LinkedIn InMail Etiquette: The Do’s and Don’ts for Job Seekers
The Intricacies of LinkedIn InMail: Starting Off Right A recent email posed an intriguing question about using LinkedIn's InMail to contact a Managing Director (MD) directly and bypass HR. The job seeker aimed to go beyond the traditional HR route, believing that a...
Unlock the Power of the LinkedIn Summary: Speak Human, Not Resume!
Right off the bat, let's get one thing clear: LinkedIn is where real people make genuine connections. So why would you opt for a LinkedIn summary with a robotic, third-person narrative when describing yourself? Break down the barriers and let's talk about how to make...
The New Way to Network for Jobs Using X (formerly Twitter)
When it comes to job searching, let's redefine networking right away: it's not about schmoozing or becoming a pushy salesman. Networking via X, once called Twitter, can actually be simple, straightforward, and genuinely authentic. What You've Got Wrong About...
LinkedIn Advice for Job Seekers
Will you follow this LinkedIn Advice for job seekers? LinkedIn isn't just a service for job seekers. Get started on LinkedIn before you need to use it. A sudden and unexpected redundancy or sacking means you are constantly playing catch up. Take time to “dig your well...
LinkedIn Headline Tips for Jobseekers
LinkedIn Headline Tips for Greater Impact Most jobseekers now know that LinkedIn is a crucial tool for the job search. The good news about LinkedIn (as opposed to a resume), is that you can keep changing the content to optimise your impact, and get feedback quickly as...