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5 Ways To Waste Your LinkedIn Account
December 10, 2012 by William Frierson
If you are using LinkedIn for your job search or recruiting, there are certain mistakes to avoid. The following post identifies ways which make your account ineffective.The job is yours through LinkedIn – if you know to snag it
By now, most people know that LinkedIn is the world’s most popular professional networking site. Yes, I have drunk the Kool-Aid and am a big fan.
However, while LinkedIn has many useful capabilities, many people do not use it properly. This ranges from not having an account/profile at all or overusing it. If LinkedIn is not appropriately utilized it will be ineffective or even counterproductive. Also, given the fact that recruiters will often check out your LinkedIn profile, it is critical to have a positive LinkedIn presence.
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Scarred for Life – 5 Ways to Ruin Your Job Search
December 14, 2011 by William Frierson“When you’re up to your armpits in alligators, it’s hard to remember to drain the swamp.” – Ronald Reagan
There is nothing more uncomfortable than having an interview implode (whatever side of the table you are on).Most of these experiences for me have been as the interviewer, but I would be lying if I said I never had a rough interview on the interviewee side of the table.
Sometimes it is a personality thing (and it’s better to find out during the interview). Sometimes you didn’t do your homework on the company or the job (basically, your fault).
But there are many other ways you can ruin your job search. Continue Reading
