With everyone going on about the wonders of Facebook and Twitter, our poor friend LinkedIn sometimes gets left out in the cold. While not one of the most visible sites, it is definitely one of the most powerful. With millions of people from all over the globe taking part in the conversation on LinkedIn, it is definitely a place online where your audience thrives.
How to get the most out of LinkedIn
LinkedIn isn't just a way to keep track of where old coworkers are working nowadays -- it's a tool that can help you navigate your job search, build up your network and stay informed in your industry. Knowing how to maximize the benefits of LinkedIn can help you throughout your career, not just when you need a job.
5 LinkedIn privacy settings you need to check
LinkedIn is regarded by many as the 'safe' social network - there are no games that jeopardise your privacy and you aren't posting incriminating photos of last weekend's party. But that's no reason to ignore the privacy- and account settings that LinkedIn has in place.
LinkedIn Search: Controlling Years of Experience & Compensation
When searching any source for potential candidates, the ability to search by years of experience can be especially helpful in that years of experience can be correlated to current/desired compensation.
I won’t consider hiring someone if they don’t have a LinkedIn profile.
Melodie Tao, of MarketingMelodie.com, explains the importance of social media as tools for job seekers.
Five important LinkedIn etiquette tips
So your profile doesn't wreck your career
Social-networking site LinkedIn can be a very handy business tool. We've put together a list of five top tips to ensure your profile doesn't offer employers a reason not to employ you.