How to get noticed with your LinkedIn profile

Yes, social media allows you express yourself and Snapchat is the new rave. But your LinkedIn profile should be taken seriously if you don’t want to go grey in the job market.

Here’s how to give your LinkedIn profile a facelift and start getting noticed by recruiters.

• Show Your Achievements: Treat your profile like a CV because it is one. Include projects, volunteer works, languages and causes you care about: it doesn’t matter if all these are in your CV, recruiters want to know your other qualities, qualifications and interests. It might be a like-mind in “causes you care about” that will pique an employer’s interest in you and invite you for an interview. So, No, no information is unnecessary.
• Don’t Overdo The Job Search: When a recruiter looks at your profile, your recent activities on LinkedIn are visible to them and it will be a huge turn off if they see you commenting “interested” under every job irrespective of job description or requirements. Comment when necessary and when the job fits your field and qualification, most times it is better to send your CV directly to the email in the job call post (most legit recruiters put email address, while some believe your profile is your CV and wants to use that)
• Add Your Contact Details: What’s a LinkedIn profile without contact details? It’s okay to hide your phone number but at least display your email address to show employers you’re open to conversations and talks about employment.
• Follow People, Companies and Join Like-Minded Groups: LinkedIn is bank of business information. While chasing your dream job, follow people you look up to, the big shots in the industry you want to work in, and the companies you would like to work with to stay abreast of all latest information and updates.  You can also join discussion groups in your industry; they create network and share important information like job openings, which can be to your advantage.

Source.... fcmb