Get Hired with Andrew Seaman Everything You Need to Know About LinkedIn Profiles
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Jan 1, 2025 Catherine Fisher, a LinkedIn career expert, dives into profile optimization essentials. She discusses the significance of profile elements like headers and photos, and the impact of the 'Open to Work' badge. Catherine shares tips on effectively presenting employment gaps and showcasing transferable skills, especially for those with career breaks. The conversation also covers how to use LinkedIn Premium features to boost job searches and connect with recruiters, all while building a compelling personal narrative to attract hiring managers.
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Open to Work Badge
- Use the Open to Work badge on LinkedIn to signal job-seeking status.
- Consider a post specifying desired skills and roles when activating the badge.
Profile Photo
- Use a simple photo for your profile, no professional shoot needed.
- A white background, shoulders-up shot, and a smile suffice.
Headline
- Make your LinkedIn headline specific and avoid goofy titles.
- Use keywords recruiters use in searches.