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Tips to Confidentially Update LinkedIn When You are in Transition and are Still Employed
Many employees fear that their boss is watching their every move on social media and are afraid to update their LinkedIn profiles. Other employees update their profiles and openly express an interest in new career opportunities while they are employed. The first group of employees are limiting their ability to promote themselves. The second group […]
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Is Your Résumé Outdated?
Has it been more than five years since you searched for a job? Do you remember the last time you looked at your résumé? Do you still believe in the use of an objective? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, it is time to update your résumé. Most people believe that adding […]
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How Hobbies Can Advance Your Career
Can hobbies hold the key to landing a job faster? Most of us have hobbies we enjoy. In addition to being a great way to unwind, hobbies can also be a valuable asset to your career in numerous ways. Think about it this way- hobbies can impress employers, allow you to make new connections in […]
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Unemployment Bias: Create Your Own Opportunities
Finding employment can be more difficult if you’re unemployed. It can be a frustrating period in your life, but it can also be a great opportunity to transition faster into a new position. You can spend a 40-hour week networking, researching employers and creating opportunities that will help you land sooner. Jay had […]
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Increase views: Ditch the default LinkedIn headline
When was the last time you put any serious thought into your LinkedIn headline? The headline appears below your name, and it is automatically generated when you fill in your job title. This is referred to as a default headline, and it can be edited. A headline is one of the very first items anyone […]
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Isn’t it ironic? Don’t you think – LinkedIn’s group policy
I created a group on LinkedIn called “Give Us More Groups.” What’s ironic? Well, I had to leave a group to create the group. Also, so have all or most of the members. What else? LinkedIn sent me group alert. Really? There are a TON of groups I would LOVE to join. Why? Am I […]
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What is the etiquette with LinkedIn endorsements?
Hi Karen, You are a linkedin guru so maybe you can offer some advice. Without solicitation by me, people have endorsed me for Oracle Applications. Why are they doing it and what is the proper etiquette. Should I send a thank you? Should I return in kind an endorsement? M. ************************************************************************************************** Dear M., Endorsements have […]
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2 key social media activities that increase your visibility and hireability exponentially!
If you want employers to know how valuable you are, be valuable to others. The Jobvite 2012 Social Recruiting Report rated recruiter reaction to certain activities. Of the activities evaluated, professional organizational membership and charity/volunteering activities left the most positive impression on recruiters. Why would that be? Two reasons: Involvement in professional organizations demonstrates a personal […]