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The Complete Guide to LinkedIn for Job Seekers

LinkedIn is where recruiters spend their day, which makes it the single most valuable tool for a modern job search. An optimised profile works for you around the clock.

Optimise for search

Recruiters find candidates by keyword. Your headline, about section and skills should contain the terms they search for.

Engage, don't lurk

Commenting thoughtfully and sharing your work keeps you visible to your network and the recruiters in it.

Quick tips

  • Write a keyword-rich headline
  • Fill every section completely
  • Turn on 'Open to Work' for recruiters
  • Engage with your industry weekly

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