5 Ways LinkedIn Will Be Beneficial To Your Job Search In 2018

The New Year is bound to bring with it new and exciting opportunities.
In the advent of social media and digitization, it is prudent that you remain adept with the changing times.
One of the most useful tools predicted to be a resourceful job search, employment and networking is Linked In.
Linked In is considered the most successful social media tool in connecting professionals across the world.
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Employers have utilized this platform by asking professionals to send a link of their Linked In profile as they send their resumes. The potential that Linked In has to land you a job cannot be over-emphasized.

5 ways you can make Linked In beneficial to your job search in 2018.

1. Build your network
Ensure that you grow your network by creating many useful connections with people whom you believe have the potential to help you.
Furthermore, in the process of connecting, you may end up fostering long and mutually beneficial relationships.
As your network grows, so will the opportunities for career growth.
2. Use Linked In to Market your skills and competencies
Linked is like an online CV. It allows you to detail your academic background, experiences, professional accreditation among others.
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Linked In pages also allow for one to market their products and services.
Using these chances to market yourself will set you apart from the competition come 2018.
3. Maximize on the job search options
Linked In offers numerous job opportunities in varied fields.
By clicking on “jobs” tab, use the advanced search option which will further refine your search.
Additionally, click on specific companies and peruse the available jobs that they have posted in their vacancies section.
4. Maximize on Linked In recommendations and referrals
In an instance where a job you’re interested in has been posted on Linked In, you can request some from the same organization to recommend and refer you.
Linked further allows you to edit a recommendation to best bring out your competencies. Recommendations greatly make you stand out to employers.
Endorsements will also boost your job search in 2018 because they will boost your credibility.
5. Learn about potential employers and organizations through their Linked In profiles
Most people and organizations put up very detailed information on their profiles regarding their company statistics, qualifications, work experience, new vacancies, new or ongoing projects etc.
In 2018, you want to be sure you are finding out all you can about organizations through their profiles.
You will also be able to tailor your CV to match the core values and competencies of the desired organization.
Remember,
You are not the only person who will be actively seeking for a job in 2018. The job market is expected to a lot more competitive in the New Year.
Stand out from the crowd by ensuring that Linked In works to help you transition into the next phase of your career.
Esther Kamau works for Corporate Staffing Services, a leading HR firm that offers recruitment and FREE job placement. For more information visit their website on www.corporatestaffing.co.ke.