LinkedIn has become the 11th most visited website in the entire world. One of the best ways to improve your chances of finding a job in today’s market is to increase your presence on LinkedIn. To learn more, I spoke with Dan Barrett, Senior Recruiter at Publicis Healthcare Communications Group. Barrett began his career in Telecommunications before he started working in recruitment. I talked with Dan about how LinkedIn has influenced the world of recruitment. With his assistance, I have complied a list of things you can do to help improve your presence on LinkedIn.
1. Create a Profile
This goes without saying. Barrett began by saying, LinkedIn is “a phenomenal tool for not only connecting with industry professionals, but also for staying abreast on industry trends and news.”
2. Complete Your Profile
Make sure no stone goes unturned (or however that saying goes). The point is, make sure you fill it out to its fullest extent. This includes a professional looking photo, a personal summary, and all your experience. Barrett also suggests adding your relevant skills under the ‘Skills and Endorsements’ section. When you’re writing these sections, make sure to include what industry professionals like to call ‘buzzwords’. These are words relevant to the field you hope to work in. According to Barrett, recruiters use LinkedIn nearly every day. Recruiters appreciate all the information you provide because it can really help when they are looking for someone with a specific background.
