Top 3 LinkedIn Tips for Job Seekers

Top 3 LinkedIn Tips for Job SeekersTop 3 LinkedIn Tips for Job Seekers1LinkedIn may be how you stay connected with former colleagues, but its also an excellent way to find a new job, too. There are lots of LinkedIn tips for job seekers, but here the three main ways in which to boost your job searching efforts using LinkedIn.Be personal.Sure, LinkedIn does all the dirty work by creating a generic Id like to connect with you message. But if youre trying to truly connect with people who can help your job search, youll need to personalize that message. Take the time to craft a short message to each and every new person you reach out to. Its a good idea to remind the person how you know each other and communicate that you are looking forward to reconnecting with them. Feeling valued and important will entice a person to accept your invitation, which will hopefully help you in your job search.Be photogenic.When someone sends you a friend request on Facebook sans photo, youll most likely de lete it. The same holds true for LinkedIn, too. So be sure to always use a photo of yourself to accompany your profile. That way, your profile doesnt scream scam and people who are better with faces than names can recognize you mora easily. And as for the photo, be sure that it is a current picture- and not one that is 40 pounds ago. Dress professionally and make sure that you look happy, friendly, and approachable in your photo.Be proactive.Some people think that LinkedIn functions a lot like laundry. You pop in a load and sit back waiting for something to happen. But LinkedIn is far more effective when you take action. So fill out your LinkedIn profile completely, and then reach out to your connections to check in and maintain a relationship. You can even recommend other people for them to connect with, as well as proactively seek out new contacts with your connections connections. And above all, make sure to update your profile often- either with accolades or new info- to always keep it fresh and attractive to potential hiring managers.The next time youre on LinkedIn, be sure to utilize the social media tool to your best job searching advantageReaders, do you use LinkedIn as a job search resource? Let us know about your experiences and tips in the comments section below