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Haven't logged into LinkedIn lately? 5 reasons you really should be using it
How much do you know about LinkedIn? Sure, you probably understand it’s a social network for professionals, but it’s so much more.
Unlike most social networks that are used to share the latest vacation pictures, LinkedIn was designed for more important reasons. It can help you make connections, share work experience and find or post jobs.
Your LinkedIn profile can be set up to look like a resume, complete with accomplishments and referrals from colleagues. If you’ve never experienced the power of LinkedIn, we can help. Here are five smart ways to use LinkedIn to network, poach employees, boast and more.
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1. Sales prospecting
If you’re wondering what sales prospecting is, it’s exactly what it sounds like — sorting through tons of companies and individuals to find prospects who will most likely turn into paying customers.
This can take a lot of time and effort and relies on knowing where to look. In the past, sales prospecting mainly consisted of cold calling and following up with every potential lead.
Now that we live in a digital world, those days are gone. Most buyers make decisions online. That’s where LinkedIn comes into play.
With about 1 billion members, LinkedIn is a leader in connecting buyers and sellers. One of the most important sales techniques is understanding how buyers behave, making prospecting easier with greater success.
An IDC social buying study revealed:
- 75% of B2B buyers use social media to make buying decisions.
- 50% of B2B buyers use LinkedIn to make purchasing decisions.
- 76% of B2B buyers prefer to work with recommendations from their professional network.
Those numbers prove how important LinkedIn is when it comes to sales prospecting. Information is power and LinkedIn is packed with information buyers are looking for.
Job hunting on LinkedIn? Change this setting to keep your searches private
LinkedIn has become quite the powerhouse since its launch in 2003. What began as a platform to connect with other professionals has expanded into a revolutionary workspace for building partnerships, hiring new talent, and finding rewarding new jobs.
Job hunting in the age of AI
Starting your career? Here’s how new tech is making it harder to get your foot in the door.
$300,000 or 6 years’ worth
Of lost retirement savings for serial job hoppers. It all comes down to retirement savings rates. When you switch to a new job, you’re starting back at 3% and adding a percentage each year. Too many job changes can lead to a 41% smaller nest egg.
Looking for a job? Don't fall for this scam
Though many companies are calling employees back to the office, plenty of remote job opportunities exist. Tap or click for companies offering work-from-home positions right now.
An online company that promises high-paying jobs with the United States Postal Service (USPS) was recently hacked. Security researchers found leaked data on 900,000 customers, including complete credit card records.
Looking for work? 3 sites to find free resume templates
If you’re looking for a new job, you have a long road ahead of you. Not only do you have to hunt down the perfect position, but you also have to craft the perfect resume, which means hours of formatting and designing. Luckily, you can save yourself a lot of time with free resume templates you can find online.
Booking a job interview over a messaging app? It could be a scam
Technology helps many people in the U.S. easily find a new career path. From job boards to recruiting apps to tools that help build a great resume. There are ways to create a winning resume that will get past bots, but that won’t guarantee an interview.
7 tips for getting hired after 45
Job-hunting in the digital jungle can be a slog at the best of times. When you’re an older candidate, it can be downright demoralizing. First of all, you have to deal with a job market that has changed drastically in the past few decades.
Why you should be using an Amazon Business account
Owning a small business can feel a lot like juggling, except new balls are constantly flying your way. With so much to keep track of, you’re often scrambling to keep everything up in the air. That’s why resources that take work off of your hands can make a world of difference.
Applying for jobs? Use this browser extension to skip the annoying application process
COVID-19 had a serious impact on the economy over the last year and a half. Now that millions of Americans are vaccinated, things are beginning to open up again. But that doesn’t mean we should drop our guard completely. The Delta variant is spreading quickly. Tap or click here to track this new, dangerous variant.
The top 10 highest paying work from home jobs
Remote work carried the Komando team through the 2020 portion of the pandemic. We’re still working from home and thriving, but we’re not the only ones. In fact, 83% of employers say the shift to remote work served their company well, according to PWC data.
Use this tool to plan a career change based on your skillset
Are you searching for a new job right now? Job hunting can be pretty stressful in normal times, but a lot of people are out of work right now thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, making job competition stiff.
As of September, a whopping 12.6 million people were unemployed in the U.S. Another 4.6 million Americans were on temporary layoff status. There’s a ton of competition for each job opening, and it can be tough finding a position that fits your criteria. There are also these job-related scams to contend with.
The 10 most in-demand jobs right now
If you’re looking to start a new career, you need to keep an eye on job trends. When you’ve got a finger on the job market’s pulse, you’ll know just where to look for new positions. You can cut down on the dreary months you’d otherwise spend job hunting.
7 ways finding a job is changing - and what it means for you
If you’re ever looking to switch companies in the field you work in or want an entirely new career path, you might want to think about turning to a staffing agency. Staffing agencies have recruiters whose main role is finding you a job.
These spoofed websites are costing victims thousands, FBI warns
When you’re looking for a new job, the last thing that probably comes to mind is being ripped off. Unfortunately, with criminals always on the lookout, you have to keep your guard up no matter what you’re doing online — even job hunting.