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Week 3: Attracting Recruiters Like REMOTE Bees to Honey
Skills, Endorsements, and Recommendations, Oh My
Video Time: 5 Minutes Action Time: 10 Minutes
Video Time: 5 Minutes
Action Time: 10 Minutes
Welcome to week 3, everyone! This week, we will learn ‘How to Attract Recruiters like REMOTE Bees to Honey!’ First, we will see why adding Skills & Recommendations to your LinkedIn Profile is a game-changer. But before that, did you finish writing your LinkedIn Summary and add more connections?
If you did, soon your LinkedIn should have more followers than a Kardashian (think Kim or Khloe, not Rob). And don’t forget to give us a high-five in our Private LinkedIn Membership Community.
In case you need additional help, let us know that as well. Our community is here to help you every step of the way.
We see entire industries shattered during this pandemic with a steep climb in unemployment claims and a huge influx in job applications. But you don’t need to press the big red panic button in your head. Instead, strategize how to stand out among a sea of similar applicants.
The most effective way to do that is by listing your skills in your LinkedIn Profile.
Welcome to week 3, everyone! This week, we will learn ‘How to Attract Recruiters like REMOTE Bees to Honey!’ First, we will see why adding Skills & Recommendations to your LinkedIn Profile is a game-changer. But before that, did you finish writing your LinkedIn Summary and add more connections?
If you did, soon your LinkedIn should have more followers than a Kardashian (think Kim or Khloe, not Rob). And don’t forget to give us a high-five in our Private LinkedIn Membership Community.
In case you need additional help, let us know that as well. Our community is here to help you every step of the way.
We see entire industries shattered during this pandemic with a steep climb in unemployment claims and a huge influx in job applications. But you don’t need to press the big red panic button in your head. Instead, strategize how to stand out among a sea of similar applicants.
The most effective way to do that is by listing your skills in your LinkedIn Profile.
Listing Skills
We may be living in unprecedented times but as they say, change is the only constant. A lot may or may not have changed in your career, but listing your skills can lead you to your next breakthrough in more ways than you can imagine!
We may be living in unprecedented times but as they say, change is the only constant. A lot may or may not have changed in your career, but listing your skills can lead you to your next breakthrough in more ways than you can imagine!
Did You Know?
LinkedIn users who list more than five skills on their profiles get 17x more views than those who don’t.
Did You Know?
LinkedIn users who list more than five skills on their profiles get 17x more views than those who don’t.
You could be just new to the workforce, have years of experience, or transitioning into a new field. Regardless, listing your skills is critical to getting those sweet, sweet profile views. And important ones at that; from employers and recruiters, not your jealous high school rival who checks in on you every five years.
Start by making a list of skills vital in your field. Any technological skills would be good to highlight since REMOTE WORK is all the rage right now. Don’t forget to put in ‘REMOTE’ and ‘VIRTUAL.’ All past experiences and transferable skills will also add more value and views to your profile. Don’t forget to think about your soft skills, like communication or leadership, to go along with your technical skills.
You could be just new to the workforce, have years of experience, or transitioning into a new field. Regardless, listing your skills is critical to getting those sweet, sweet profile views. And important ones at that; from employers and recruiters, not your jealous high school rival who checks in on you every five years.
Start by making a list of skills vital in your field. Any technological skills would be good to highlight since REMOTE WORK is all the rage right now. Don’t forget to put in ‘REMOTE’ and ‘VIRTUAL.’ All past experiences and transferable skills will also add more value and views to your profile. Don’t forget to think about your soft skills, like communication or leadership, to go along with your technical skills.
We’re all used to reading reviews before buying a product, right? Recruiters do the same! They want to see your specific skill sets and recommendations from co-workers that show them people have witnessed and believe you to have the skills you claim to have. Listing skills and recommendations build credibility and cause your profile to rank higher on LinkedIn searches, attracting recruiters like REMOTE bees to honey! In the next segment, we will be learning “How to Build your Skills & Endorsements and Recommendations!” See You There!
We’re all used to reading reviews before buying a product, right? Recruiters do the same! They want to see your specific skill sets and recommendations from co-workers that show them people have witnessed and believe you to have the skills you claim to have. Listing skills and recommendations build credibility and cause your profile to rank higher on LinkedIn searches, attracting recruiters like REMOTE bees to honey! In the next segment, we will be learning “How to Build your Skills & Endorsements and Recommendations!” See You There!