As many job seekers can attest to, LinkedIn can be a great way to find out who's who at a company, get a good feel of the backgrounds of current employees at an opportunity, and even reach out to decision makers to connect with them directly. There are a few nuances of LinkedIn, however, that are not always explored. Here are a few helpful hints to assist you in utilizing LinkedIn to help your job search.
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Networking- Make it a Habit, Not a Chore
Submitted by Elizabeth Lalli... on August 19, 2009 - 3:10pm
Many articles that have been written for "those in transition" emphasize the need for networking. I am 100% agreement with the concept. Networking is essential for any professional to maintain solid contacts within their industry and to create and maintain a personal brand. The problem is many of us don't network until we need something out of our network. Many of the networking events that I've attended in the past six months have been chock full of people new to recruiting, shoving resumes and cards in the faces of the other networkers. That's not networking.
Search Engines and Keyword Utilization
Submitted by Elizabeth Lalli... on July 13, 2009 - 3:13pm
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When You Write Your Resume, Think of SAM
Submitted by Elizabeth Lalli... on May 12, 2009 - 2:06pm
SAM. Saved, Accomplished, or Made.
The Balance of Rest vs. Work: Your Layoff Action Plan
Submitted by Elizabeth Lalli... on May 4, 2009 - 8:55am
So you’ve just been laid off. You have your old granola bars, family photos, and magazines from 2006 in a Staples box. You’ve vented, you’ve probably cried, and you’ve broken the news to family and close friends. You may have even tried to start the process of receiving unemployment. Part of you- the worried, apprehensive part- tells you to start the job hunt RIGHT NOW. Not tomorrow, not next week. You must find a new job RIGHT NOW.
The Do's and Don'ts of Finding a New Role in This Market
Submitted by Elizabeth Lalli... on April 28, 2009 - 8:17am
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Using Staffing Agencies In Your Job Search
Submitted by Elizabeth Lalli... on March 31, 2009 - 9:18pm
When you (if you) play Craps, and you have lots of chips on the table, do you put all of your chips on one number and just hope that that Lady Luck shines on your side? Or do you spread the wealth on the table, perhaps making several varied bets, giving yourself better odds at a positive return?
