Posted: 3/14/2012 9:41:28 AM EDT
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Saw the thread about Google+ and Facebook and it got me thinking. I didnt what to highjack that thread but I was curious if others have any luck with LinkedIn?
So I have had an account for a few years and never did much with it. I thought it was a waste. I finally took some advise and started joining the "groups" in my industry. HOLY CRAP!!! There are so many deals that are going on through that website its crazy. A lot of the "under the radar" type stuff that are real money makers. It went from an annoying email every now and then to something I check several times daily to get the latest scoop on whats going on. Anyone else had any success with it? |
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Quoted: I get about 2 job offers a month via LinkedIn - that's offers, not interview requests.  well there is a high demand in the fast food and janitorial industry  eta: to be serious, it's a great place to network especially if you're looking for a job - bunch of 3rd party and corporate recruiters on it. |
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Yeah I dont know about "deals" but I used it a lot in my recent period of unemployment and for working with recruiters and getting company information where I was interviewing.
I know they also used it on me as well so standard precautions apply. Only use it as a professional contact and networking tool so I'm not sure what else it's good for... |
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Depending on your field of work, it can be quite useful. Even if you don't connect to anyone, it's still a great source for info on companies and their employees. For example, if you're looking to send a resume to a company, you can tell if you know anyone (or if you know anyone that knows anyone) at the company. You can also tell what type of people they have hired in the past, how long they have stayed there, etc.
I'd say join, fill out a profile, and get in some groups that interest you. The only downside is that it's another Google hit on you. Just keep it completely professional, with only business information. |
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You can pick up hots chicks on it http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o150/PAS48329/1331669937297s.jpg?t=1331671117
right click...saved. That was pretty fucking amazing, huh? |