During
economic times like these, it’s always smart to add a little extra horsepower
to your job searching activities.
Employers today are becoming more demanding, more discriminating ... and seeking prospective employees with something extra to offer. So, if you haven’t already, a great way to stand out and get noticed is through your LinkedIn involvement.
LinkedIn,
an online professional networking site, is pretty much like MySpace or Facebook,
except that all your contacts are professional contacts — not “friends”. If managed
(and leveraged) properly, your LinkedIn contacts can help give you more access
to part- and full-time jobs. And LinkedIn’s recommendation feature, you can
receive recommendations from former employers who liked and appreciated your
work.
Note,
tho, it’s vital to have a good portfolio. Try to pick the best of your previous
work and have them ready should anyone ask to see them. Employers interested in
you will appreciate the extra references and samples you send them.
For more information and tips for using LinkedIn
and other social networking sites, contact Tampa Bay WorkForce Alliance.
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