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Alright, LinkedIn, I've got a product feature suggestion for you. One that I'm sure job seekers will love, job posters will hate, and could ultimately lead to increased usage and revenue for your platform. So, here it is: please, add functionality that allows job seekers to hide jobs that we've either already applied for or decided are not a fit. Like the 'Save Job' feature, only the opposite. The ability to create two separate lists in this way would eliminate massive frustration during the job search. Decreased frustration > higher satisfaction and more positive view of the platform > more time on platform using other features > more active users > more revenue. Fellow #jobseekers, who's with me?! Do you love this idea? What else could LinkedIn do to improve the job search experience?

For all my students (and anyone else) who needs help making the most of LinkedIn without getting caught in the social media comparison trap—check out this great advice. And you should probably go ahead and add Jennifer Fink to your list of thought leaders to follow. Best career advice giver I’ve ever met or heard of. 

The 7 Golden Rules of LinkedIn That Changed My Career 🚀 LinkedIn is more than a platform—it's your career accelerator. Here are 7 powerful rules I’ve learned to stand out and grow your professional network: 1️⃣ Optimize Your Headline: Your title is your first impression. Use keywords like "Data Analyst | Python Expert | Storyteller" to grab attention. 2️⃣ Engage Daily: Comment meaningfully on 5–10 posts every day. Interaction = Visibility. 3️⃣ Content Is King: Share posts that provide real value (tips, lessons, or achievements). Quality > Quantity. 4️⃣ Show Your Personality: Authenticity wins. People connect with people, not just resumes. 5️⃣ Call to Action: End every post with a question to encourage comments. (Like this one 👇) 6️⃣ Network Smart: Connect with people in your niche or desired industry, and always send personalized invites. 7️⃣ Stay Consistent: Success isn’t built overnight—commit to LinkedIn engagement for 30 days and watch the magic happen. 💡 Here’s the kicker: Your profile isn’t just a digital resume—it’s your brand. Build it with intention. 🔗 What about you? Which of these rules do you follow? Or do you have a LinkedIn success tip to share? Let’s create a goldmine of insights for everyone here! 📣 If this helped, hit that share button—someone in your network might need this today. #LinkedInTips #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalBranding #Networking #PersonalDevelopment #SocialMediaStrategy #JobSearch #Inspiration

I want to work. Yes, I know. That isn’t a shock to find on LinkedIn. Everyone here wants to work. Many people you encounter here are looking for work or selling their services… especially to people who want to work. And I have done many things in an attempt to find someone to work for. Yes, I am running a business I wanted to close some time ago. I am running on a low client list and not taking new ones. Why? I want to keep my skills up, network, and keep myself fresh, but I am ready to advance in my career. I have grown as much as possible in this business, and now is the time to move forward. Do I have things to offer an employer? I think so. Actually… I know I do. Maybe I don’t convey it well enough, or it isn’t the exact match companies want. But I want to grow and learn and, as already stated, move forward. I know I have a lot to offer a company. I know I can be an asset. Honestly, I know me pretty well. I know how well I adapt to most environments, how much I love learning, and how much I love a good challenge. So, I don’t want to post another “what I have learned during my job search” post here on LinkedIn. We’re all learning the same things. We all want to work. We’re all trying to make ourselves look good to recruiters and hiring managers. But right now… I don’t know how else to do that. But what is LinkedIn for? Well, LinkedIn… here I am. What else can I do? I have reworked my CV a ton of times. I have transferable skills. I have the desire to learn and grow. Networked. Reached out to recruiters and hiring managers. Tried to highlight the things I have learned and what I bring to the table. I have read the vague stuff people post here about what encouraged them to reach out to a potential new hire, things that show us they really do reach out, but they never want to tell us why those people made them want to do that. Now, I will be frank. I have worked my ass off not just in my education but in previous jobs. I worked my way up from a cashier to upper management in one place. Out of sheer willpower, I learned the ins and outs of entire industries alone. I was the first employee of a company and set up the whole business physically and in terms of compliance. I have gone to school for my BA and JD, but also for specific software and IT. I have learned whatever I can enthusiastically. How do I tell you all that without making my resume 40 pages long? How many more times do I need to completely rewrite my resume and my LinkedIn profile to get these things across? How does AI see the human in the candidate? I want to work, contribute, grow, learn, and be who I was meant to be. I want to feel good about what I contribute to the world. I want to do my job, look at my work, and feel I have accomplished something. I did well, and I learned from this; this is a contribution to be proud of. I will make mistakes. I will do incredible things. If someone will take a chance on me. 

LinkedIn isn’t just a fancy CV. I used to think it was. Update my job title, add a few skills. Done. But nothing changed. No new opportunities. No visibility. Then I made a shift. I started using LinkedIn like a career accelerator. Here’s what worked: 5 Ways to Get Noticed (and Grow Your Career) 1. Post what you’re learning Share insights from your work, courses or mistakes. People respect those who grow and reflect. 2. Engage with industry leaders Comment on their posts with thoughtful insights. Visibility starts with showing up in the right places. 3. Optimize your headline "Marketing Specialist" is forgettable. "Helping brands grow through storytelling & data" sparks curiosity. 4. Share your wins (with lessons) Got promoted? Led a big project? Frame it as a takeaway others can learn from. 5. Be consistent, not perfect One viral post won’t change your career. Showing up weekly will. Opportunities don’t just come to those who work hard. They come to those who get seen. How are you using LinkedIn for your career?

*LinkedIn or LinkedOut (Entry 2)* Continuation from previous entry 2) Understanding LinkedIn jargons and concepts:- LinkedIn is a powerful app that needs to be upgraded often especially for the users, also in this modern era of well developed programming and system languages. These comes with a lot of notifications and pop ups on the screen of the users, which is also beneficial to the users in aspect of accessibility, credibility and resources. Examples are the premium unlock, app badge, logos, accountability test,e.t.c. Sometimes it could be tiring and annoying but don't ignore the I's and T's that you find beneficial to, as it would help broaden your growth, visibility and impact. Lastly, don't fall victim of SCAM. 3) Navigating the system:- The moment you begin to share your values, business, e.t.c here and you begin to observe hiccups don't feel too bad, instead use that as a leverage to learn, seek for knowledge through research and asking questions from experts, until you get right answers and you fill up the gaps in your own or when you become stable. What works for A might not work for B, but what about C and D. Pull out various techniques, try out C and D don't be stuck to one method or way be flexible and always expand your knowledge. Everyone keeps growing and learning on LinkedIn. 4) Finding jobs, connections:- LinkedIn has over a billion users, so the sky is big enough for every one to fly. Firstly, don't rush to apply for jobs when you don't have what to offer the companies hiring or probably don't understand the prospects of the companies. Secondly, create a value structure, prepare your curriculum vitae and job agenda/proposal in the space given on your profile (Job Description). Thirdly, ask questions and make valuable research. Questions from those you've seen have gone through that part or are still in that field excelling, who have now become experts. If they aren't accessible or reachable make personal research online. Lastly, having fulfilled all of that, then seek for jobs and don't give up. You seek by sending messages, connecting with people, turn on your notification post, follow companies/brands on their social media handles. Fact: If you can't find, then create or innovate. See you on the next entry 💯 #LinkedIn #rutified✍️🎤 #vocallyspeaking

Job seekers, here’s some vital advice I am giving you for your job search. Be clear and specific about where you want to work. What do I mean? Avoid using the term “Any”. Clearly define the types of jobs, industries, and companies you are interested in. Start by creating a list of companies and industries you aspire to work for, along with the specific roles you’re targeting. Conversely, make a list of companies and industries you prefer to avoid, and the roles you’re not interested in. This approach helps recruiters and anyone viewing your profile understand your career goals and focus. Stop saying you’re open to any industry and any position. Remember, you bring unique value to every role you apply for. Don’t undermine your worth by being vague. ______________________ P.S. Meeting me for the 1st time?? I'm called Nana Lynn Gloria, I'm the LinkedIn Optimization Coach and Founder of The LinkedIn Accelerator Program. At the LinkedIn Accelerator Program, we provide you with the best and most adapted program to help you optimize your profile, grow & get visible on LinkedIn as a #newbie. Offering all personalized guidance in 30 days and beyond. If this is something you need, then Join the 12th Batch of The LinkedIn Accelerator Program here👉 https://lnkd.in/eabkqPHZ #job #search #linkedinacceleratorwithlynn #value #linkedin #jobseeker

One of my new Job Search Accelerator members said, "A couple of weeks ago I was on LinkedIn, and then all of a sudden 5 hours went by 😳" They walked away not feeling great about themselves, how they spent their time, or their job prospects after this activity. To avoid this situation, here's a quick and effective engagement strategy to get in and get out of LinkedIn in 15 minutes. 1. Set a timer for 15 minutes. Yes, spending 5-15 minutes a day consistently, is better than hours aimlessly. 2. Go to a bookmarked folder on your browser of the specific profiles you want to visit that day. This requires, previously (and regularly) bookmarking the activity feed of the people you want to visit, so you can go straight to the good stuff and skip the feed the algorithm is pumping at you. 3. Click on one of the people in the folder, scroll through their activity feed, and then like or comment on anything that was truly helpful to you. Don’t overthink this! It doesn’t matter if they wrote it, shared it, or commented on it. It doesn’t matter if it’s 1 week or 1 year old. People like to be ACKNOWLEDGED. It makes them feel good. And, when you (genuinely) make people feel good they like you. 4. For anyone who shared something that you genuinely learned from or appreciated, send them a quick connection message and let them know. Say something like, “I stumbled upon your (article, post, comment, interview, etc) and it was really helpful to me. It made me think about xyz and I really appreciate it. I wanted to connect to say thank you and stay on top of future content you might share or create. Best, your name. 5. When the timer goes off, get the f@#$ off LinkedIn and go do something else more productive, fulfilling, useful, enjoyable, etc. Now, if you’re on LinkedIn to look for #jobs, or request informational interviews, that’s a slightly different strategy, but can still be done in similar small chunks of time. Don’t confuse what you're trying to do on the platform. 👉 GO IN with a targeted strategy. And then GET OUT! Social media can be overwhelming at times, but it doesn't have to be. #Careers #Networking #PersonalBrand #Jobsearch

𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐈 𝐇𝐚𝐝 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐈 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝! When I first opened my LinkedIn account back in 2019, I had no idea how to really use this platform. And let me tell you, I had ALL the misconceptions! 😂 Here are a few: 👉 It’s only for professionals – I was just an undergrad. LinkedIn? Nah, not for me. (Spoiler: It is!) 👉 Job seekers only – I wasn’t looking for a job, so what was the point, right? 👉 Fake life – I thought people were just showing off and pretending to be what they’re not. 👉 LinkedIn is full of serious people – No jokes, no fun? Wrong again! 👉 It’s just my resume online – Actually, it’s SO much more than that! 👉 My profession isn't on LinkedIn – Whether you’re a plumber, engineer, HR, or a content creator, there’s a space for EVERYONE. 👉 You can’t build a business here – I used to think you couldn't grow or sell a brand here, but LinkedIn is great for that too! So, if you still think LinkedIn isn’t for you, I challenge you to rethink that today. Whether you’re an undergraduate, graduate, or working professional—start building your Career Brand NOW! 💼 Why You Should Leverage LinkedIn: 💡Build your brand beyond your resume – Share your unique value and personality. 💡Network with professionals in any field – From students to CEOs, everyone’s here. 💡Create and share content – Showcase your expertise with thoughtful posts or articles. 💡Find mentorship and learning opportunities – People love to share knowledge on this platform. 💡Unlock new career opportunities – You never know when the next big break comes! PS: What did YOU think about LinkedIn when you first joined? Was it different from what you expected? Don’t spoil the fun, though! Let’s hear your stories in the comments 👇 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Seeing me for first time, 👋 Funmilayo, aka #YourFavoriteHR, a Career Brand Strategist helping job seekers and young professionals build career brands that stand out. Let’s connect and get you on the path to career success! 🌟

(Truth in advertising: this summary by Coauthor.studio is #AI generated. It did capture a lot of what I’m about, so I decided to share.) In 2024, my clients reminded me of something powerful: every professional has unique "career nuggets" waiting to be discovered - they just need the right person asking the right questions. ⭐️ As a Job Search Coach and LinkedIn strategist, I've watched the landscape evolve this year: • Growing emphasis on proactive career management • Increasing sophistication of job search scams • LinkedIn platform changes affecting visibility • Ageism affecting both younger and experienced professionals Some meaningful moments that reinforced why I do this work: • Helping clients transform from "I'm too old" to "I'm exactly what they need!" • Presenting "Avoiding the Black Hole of Job Search" at Ability Professional Network • Delivering "Successful Strategies for Internal Interviews" for NiSource GOLD ERG • Supporting professionals through LinkedIn's platform changes • Watching former clients help others (like our Verizon troubleshooting success story!) Three posts that sparked important conversations: "The Harsh Reality of Experienced Workers" On being proactive vs reactive in career management - because hope isn't a strategy https://lnkd.in/giQfPrad "Don't Wait Until You Need a Job!" Why maintaining your LinkedIn presence matters before crisis hits https://lnkd.in/g5gN7HSd "PayPal Scam Alert" A personal reminder to stay vigilant - because job search security matters too https://lnkd.in/gHRZ9XRp Having navigated my own career transitions (from German professor to academic advisor to LinkedIn coach!), I understand both the challenges and opportunities of change. Every experience adds value - sometimes you just need help seeing it. Looking ahead: I'm expanding my focus on helping professionals craft effective job search strategies while staying safe from scams and navigating LinkedIn's evolving platform. Because in today's market, being prepared isn't just smart - it's essential. To everyone thinking about their next career move: Your experience has value. Your story matters. And when you're ready to uncover those career nuggets that make you unique, I'm here to help you shine. ✨ -- Get your 2024 LinkedIn Rewind at https://lnkd.in/gXPbBscg