Linking In

For the last couple of days I have been working on developing my LinkedIn Page. I had assumed that it was a social networking site for the business world… And I found out that’s what it is. However, I was unaware of all of the benefits of having a profile – with graduation quickly approaching, I’m supportive of any tools/methods that may help me connect with a future employer or vice versa. I found a great blog by Kaye Monty with helpful and practical information about LinkedIn

Below is an excerpt from her post titled “Using LinkedIn to Find a Job”

Check out LinkedIn Job for postings.  (Note that some recruiters can choose to only receive resume from candidates with a certain number of LinkedIn recommendations.)

Use LinkedIn Groups to tap into professionals outside of your immediate network.  You can join discussion groups and send messages to most of members of these groups. 

Connect with former alumni from your school through LinkedIn Groups.  

Look at “LinkedIn Event” listings to network with other professionals.  (Widget located on your home page.)

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