Per month on LinkedIn.
I am not actively looking for a new position.
I believe it is essential in today's market.
I really do not use it to socialize tho.
Its to the point now where when you apply for a job, people check you out on LinkedIn first before interviewing you. People in sales/recruiting also use this as a tool to prospect. Three are also hundreds of companies posting jobs on LinkedIn, its actually better than The Ladders, etc.
but definitely not a necessity. Being in sales and IT my whole career it certainly has it's uses, but with everything else that's so massive, Linkedin now has tons of spam and clutter.
I'd fill out a basic profile, upload your résumé, and update it a few times a year.
more useful in some than in others. A lot of fluff, a lot of stupid, but in some fields it is indispensable, in others it can put you in touch with people with common threads (alma mater, hometown, fraternity, military service, etc) who are often willing to help out.
I would use one of my precious LinkedIn in mails to invite you to connect but I don't have anything for a hated internet scumbag with no real world skills but is "nice guy" in real life.
I would use one of my precious LinkedIn in mails to invite you to connect but I don't have anything for a hated internet scumbag with no real world skills but is "nice guy" in real life.
That's good because I'd reject contact from a recruiter who was so behind the technology curve.
Indeed, but I have been here long enough to know the ins and outs of BBI.. I am sure there will be some serious posts
The people here (other than fryhunter) know how good it is as a resource. Put out a good resume and join all of the groups related to your field. Real recruiters use those groups to post jobs in your field. Good luck in your search.
No, no hiring company is going to hire you based on your LinkedIn profile.
However, if you wind up a serious candidate for a position, they will likely look into you. Then at that point, yes, not having a profile could definitely be a red flag.
The 2 main points in my last point came off a bit contradictory. What I meant to say is that if you're creating a LinkedIn profile in hopes of being contacted for job openings, you are very likely going to be disappointed. But when you are already far enough along in the hiring process, most serious companies will check to see if you have an up-to-date LinkedIn profile. It shows that you are serious about your career.
Basically, it can be an effective way to help your odds once you're a serious candidate, but the hiring process very likely will not begin there for you.
but for networking, not job search.
I work in 'matchmaking' for international companies, so LinkedIn helps me identify who I might know or not know in different companies and industries, and who in my network could introduce me.
I'm on LinkedIn actively but also been with the same Â
company for 8 years. Every time I think about leaving though LinkedIn and indeed.com are my go-tos. I get job offers every week or so, some related to what I do while some aren't. I feel they used to be a little more open and have gone for the money more recently - for instance a few years ago I believe you used to send messages to non-contacts and apply for jobs on a per month basis while now you need to sign up for their membership to do so.
And I disagree with fek.... LinkedIn is, at least my company's, first check in the job process. When they receive a resume, they'll go there early on, not later in the process. I mean why bother after the phone interview? Our recruiters will also be proactive and check LinkedIn when an opening is dry in terms of applicants.
to identify decision makers or possible informational interview candidates for your target companies.
It's an excellent way to get around the search consultants and take control of who you want to talk to. If you're expecting people to contact you, then forget it. The ones who do are mostly the search guys.
The best way to do it is to identify your ideal companies, then use LinkedIn to find possible contacts and reach out to them specifically. Try to engage them, set up an interview and see if you like what you hear.
We have apps that help our employees find matches for open positions we have among their linkedIn contacts.
it's pretty effective without referral bonus program. Easy.
most people use LinkedIn passively, which is fine. Wait for someone to reach out to you. Others, who are job seekers use it more actively by searching for companies, open positions, and any people they might be connected to at their target company.
Headhunter or Schitzie or other recruiters may know better, but in my company the employee referral skips like 5 steps of the recruiting process and gains a ton more weight and attention.
So, my advice is whether it's linked in, boston.com (or your local newspaper online site), indeed, monster, etc. find a company you want to work for, see if they have positions that fit, then find someone you're somehow connected to that works there who can refer you.
get a high priority because they cost the company a fraction of the fee. But just like the advent of Dice Careerbuilder Monster were supposed to be the death knell for my industry, LinkedIn was also supposed to eliminate the need for us, it has only made the industry stronger. Can't wait for the next big thing that will kill Recruiting, I won't wait as long as I did to join LinkedIn
First of all, it is a great tool to promote yourself and connect with head hunters/recruiters/etc, I get pinged by recruiters 4-6x a year via LinkedIn.
Not only that, but its a great way to network, connect with partners and customers and (my favorite part) keep your finger on the pulse of whats going on in your industry. I get more information from LinkedIn than any other source.
Do not, however, pay for the premium service. I had the guy who consults with LinkedIn on their premium service tell me that.
I've heard from others that it can be advantageous, however. I'm sure someone will jump in with recommendations on how to make it work for you.
I am not actively looking for a new position.
I believe it is essential in today's market.
I really do not use it to socialize tho.
And if you're in sales, it's a very great source for leads.
I recommend it.
I'd fill out a basic profile, upload your résumé, and update it a few times a year.
When you're looking for fry cooks; why bother?
Yup. I'm in the same area, and it's by far the best tool. Everyone right there for the taking.
Shortening.
That's good because I'd reject contact from a recruiter who was so behind the technology curve.
I'm sure you've been rejected by a lot worse.
How would you know? You place fry cooks but bus boys know you can't find them a job.
Chris fired the first shot but fryhunter wouldn't take him on.
boor?
Dumbfuck.
Indeed, but I have been here long enough to know the ins and outs of BBI.. I am sure there will be some serious posts
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Indeed, but I have been here long enough to know the ins and outs of BBI.. I am sure there will be some serious posts
The people here (other than fryhunter) know how good it is as a resource. Put out a good resume and join all of the groups related to your field. Real recruiters use those groups to post jobs in your field. Good luck in your search.
However, if you wind up a serious candidate for a position, they will likely look into you. Then at that point, yes, not having a profile could definitely be a red flag.
Basically, it can be an effective way to help your odds once you're a serious candidate, but the hiring process very likely will not begin there for you.
I work in 'matchmaking' for international companies, so LinkedIn helps me identify who I might know or not know in different companies and industries, and who in my network could introduce me.
And I disagree with fek.... LinkedIn is, at least my company's, first check in the job process. When they receive a resume, they'll go there early on, not later in the process. I mean why bother after the phone interview? Our recruiters will also be proactive and check LinkedIn when an opening is dry in terms of applicants.
It's an excellent way to get around the search consultants and take control of who you want to talk to. If you're expecting people to contact you, then forget it. The ones who do are mostly the search guys.
The best way to do it is to identify your ideal companies, then use LinkedIn to find possible contacts and reach out to them specifically. Try to engage them, set up an interview and see if you like what you hear.
We have apps that help our employees find matches for open positions we have among their linkedIn contacts.
it's pretty effective without referral bonus program. Easy.
most people use LinkedIn passively, which is fine. Wait for someone to reach out to you. Others, who are job seekers use it more actively by searching for companies, open positions, and any people they might be connected to at their target company.
Headhunter or Schitzie or other recruiters may know better, but in my company the employee referral skips like 5 steps of the recruiting process and gains a ton more weight and attention.
So, my advice is whether it's linked in, boston.com (or your local newspaper online site), indeed, monster, etc. find a company you want to work for, see if they have positions that fit, then find someone you're somehow connected to that works there who can refer you.
First of all, it is a great tool to promote yourself and connect with head hunters/recruiters/etc, I get pinged by recruiters 4-6x a year via LinkedIn.
Not only that, but its a great way to network, connect with partners and customers and (my favorite part) keep your finger on the pulse of whats going on in your industry. I get more information from LinkedIn than any other source.
Do not, however, pay for the premium service. I had the guy who consults with LinkedIn on their premium service tell me that.