LinkedIn is a powerful tool within the recruitment industry and is critical for recruiters in developing their networks of candidates within sectors they recruit within. However, LinkedIn is also highly beneficial in developing your own personal brand image and it is worthwhile investing some time in updating your profile with your relevant experience, adding your network and engaging with the LinkedIn community…as you never know who will see your profile!
Most of our placements in fact come from those within our network such as contacts within the industry and LinkedIn connections that we have developed (vs ad response), we pride ourselves onlinkedinlinkedinprofilebrandimagerecruitmentinvestinyourprofilelink developing meaningful relationships with our candidates.
This is where your LinkedIn profile can help give you the advantage and be seen.
Here are our top tips in regards to your LinkedIn profile:
– Ensure you have your current role and previous listed (vs having outdated information), containing information on your role responsibilities and achievements.
– When a LinkedIn search is being conducted, it is often driven by certain keywords, therefore if you work on certain systems like Magneto or have expertise in SEO, ensure that your profile states your experience in this area.
– Keep developing your network/connections with people you have previously worked with or are of interest to you to form relationships with.
– Ask previous managers/colleagues write Recommendations on you based on their experience with you, along with endorsing you for certain skills i.e. Marketing/Financial Management etc. This boosts your credibility with prospective employers/recruiters.
– Choose a suitable photo of yourself, that comes across as engaging and approachable, that you are comfortable with being seen in a professional context
It is worthwhile investing your time in updating your LinkedIn profile as you can form long lasting professional connections with like minded individuals that can enhance your career.
For further tips on LinkedIn, please feel free to get in touch with us.