Begining Linked In Ver 1
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The document provides guidance on using LinkedIn as a professional networking and job searching tool. It outlines how to set up a public profile, network by connecting with others and engaging in groups, search for people and companies, target specific companies, prepare for interviews by researching companies and contacts, and get interviews by finding job posts and leveraging one's network. The key aspects of LinkedIn highlighted are networking, searching, targeting opportunities, and preparing thoroughly to improve one's chances of getting interviews and jobs.
Begining Linked In Ver 1
- 1. Linkedin The Power of Networking Edward Michael Coffin www.linkedin.com/in/edwardmichaelcoffin Relationships Matter
- 2. Introduction Objective: Introduction to LinkedIn as a tool to facilitate your job search and management of your ongoing personal network. About LinkedIn Set Up Public profile Networking Searching Target companies Prepare for interviews How to get interviews
- 3. Networking tool for professionals 90 million subscribers - World wide Based on 3 degrees of separation 300,000+ recruiters Provided public profile More connections greater search capability Originally build to find talent for Venture Capital (VC) backed companies Used by: customers, personnel departments, recruiters, associates, friends... About Linkedin
- 4. Set Up www.linkedIn.com (Join) No Fee Initial profile Things to consider Privacy Contact levels Will be searched by others
- 5. Set Up
- 6. Public Profile What Job you are after (Marketing Sales Professional) Picture (Good idea) Current / Past Companies Education Summary Specialties Experience Recommendations Groups & Associations Honors & Awards
- 7. Profile
- 8. Networking Career Phase Networking (employed or not) Look for opportunities to network Its not what you know, its who you know Elevator speech (30 - 60 seconds) Business cards Helping People How can I help you? Getting Connected Associations & Groups
- 10. Networking Increase visibility visibility Add connections Improve your connect ability Create personalized website (www.linkedIn.com/in/tedrobison) Include link to your email signature Ask for Advice Example: Whos a good, fast, and cheap patent lawyer? Introduction - 5 Free
- 12. Searching People Search Find friends and colleagues from your past Job Search Advanced Search Companies Location Titles (Recruiter, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources) Employees in your network Keywords Industry
- 14. Target Companies Generate company target lists Call friends and colleagues for information Research on internet / library / LinkedIn Company Website Find posting and apply Research company Networking Join special interest groups / associations Many jobs are not ever posted or advertised Job Boards Monster, CareerBuilder, Ladders, Dice, Job Finder, indeed.com, Jobs.com
- 16. Prepare for Interview Perform reverse company/people reference checks Check on potential boss People involved in interview process Look for links Check on recruiters Search job titles Search company Short description of company Popular profiles, new hires, past employees Knowing where they went to school, acquaintances, sports, and hobbies helps you connect
- 17. How To Get Interviews Find Job posting on Job Boards - Apply for position Perform Advanced Search - Linkedin Company Name, your area code Lists all people in your network at that company If you know a person - Ideal. Give them a call and ask for information about the company. Otherwise: Include Company Name, Local to your area code, Job Title. (Recruiter) All recruiters will be listed at that company. Call them and check if they have your resume. Indicate you are perfect for the job. Engage in conversation.
- 18. Applications 際際滷 Share Presentations Company Buzz Polls Word Press Google Presentation My Travel Blog Links Huddle Workspaces Reading Lists Box.net Files
- 19. Call to Action Build and/or strengthen your profile Meet people and build your network Search your target companies Research in preparation for interviews Talk to hiring manager if possible Take friend or colleague out to lunch Ask about the company They can pass your resume to hiring manager or recruiter Many jobs are not posted Network.....Network.....Network