I have written dozens of articles about how Linkedin could help you during your job search. If you have been active on Linkedin lately, I am sure you have noticed major changes that have been implemented. There have been so many changes that I think some have slipped through the cracks.
Linkedin now allows users to rearrange the order that sections appear in their profile.
If you are reading is and saying, “Big deal,” let me point out why this is huge for job hunters.
Yesterday, I wrote about How to develop your personal career brand. Your Linkedin profile is your billboard that tells the world what your personal brand is. You are now in control of your profile and can highlight certain parts of your personal brand for maximum impact.
Let’s say you are a recent college graduate that does not have much work experience. You can now swap around the sections and lead with your education much like you would do in your actual resume.
Or perhaps you are a freelancer or resume writer (like me), you will probably want to lead with your recommendations.
Maybe you are working for a well known company and are considering a job change, you will probably want to lead with the employer section and let the employer brand help strengthen your personal brand.
Have you switched your Linkedin profile around yet?
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