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How Your LinkedIn Profile Can Help You Land a Job

Written by Eileen Moynihan | May 14, 2021 3:19 PM

In the business world, having a LinkedIn profile is like having a sharp blazer for interviews – it’s a must. LinkedIn acts as an online resume and a place to network with colleagues and others in your industry, so it’s a great resource for finding jobs, exploring career interests, and keeping in contact with former employers and coworkers.

When you submit an application to a new position and the hiring manager decides you may be someone they want to pursue, they’ll usually look for an online portfolio or your LinkedIn profile. A quality LinkedIn profile can help you jump to the top of the resume pile, while no LinkedIn presence might disqualify you completely.

Check out the infographic below to see what a well-organized, robust LinkedIn profile shows recruiters and employers about you:

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