LinkedIn 5.5

Gone are the days of phonebooks, rolodexes and resumes on pretty linen paper. Also gone are the days when hiring managers, HR professionals and recruiters sorted through piles, upon piles, of paper resumes in order to source the ideal candidate(s). Simply stated technology has changed the way we look for work and present ourselves to prospective employers and business associates.

LinkedIn 5.5

LinkedIn 5.5

LinkedIn is the number one place to show off your career successes, accolades, and education so that business contacts may get to know more about your professional experiences. It’s also the place your business contacts go to see what you’ve accomplished, where you’ve worked, and which parts of the industry you’re most interested in and engaged with.

LinkedIn 5.5

LinkedIn as your resume

LinkedIn 5.5

LinkedIn for Networking

a. Allows you to expand your reach with B2B associates• Connect with more people in your field

b. Allows you to prospect for & cultivate more B2C opportunities• Find more customers and sales opportunities

c. Allows you to set yourself apart as a leader in your chosen field• Become highly recognizable to hiring managers and potential

customers

LinkedIn 5.5

LinkedIn for Jobs & Career Growth

a. LinkedIn IS your online resume & can be exported to pdf

b. Makes you visible to Recruiters and Hiring Managers

c. Allows for Job Search and the ability to apply by Point & Click

• Jobs are searchable directly thru LinkedIn

LinkedIn 5.5

As we wrap up, allow me to reiterate, LinkedIn is a powerhouse networking and career search tool. Whether your goals are to expand your career placement options, network with peers within your industry or to highlight your academic achievements as you start towards your chosen profession. LinkedIn will get you there. It is the preferred social networking tool of HR Recruiters, as well as those looking to expand their B2B and B2C reach.