Empowerment Foundation’s Post

I always tell people that your network is everything. But let’s be clear—I don’t think of networking as a job. For me, it’s about making friends, meeting interesting people, and being curious about their stories. I want to know their wins, their challenges, and especially how they got back up after being knocked down. If you don’t like people, yeah, networking can feel like a chore. But trust me, it's worth it. Here are just a few things my network has done for me: 1- Clients. Thanks to connections through connections through connections, I’ve worked with companies like ABN Amro and Quatt. #grateful 2- School intel. My mom network keeps me in the loop with school updates when I’m stretched too thin. 🏫👩🏼👩🏻 3- Employees. As a small business, word of mouth is everything. My network has helped me find people for marketing, projects—you name it. 4- Close friendships. I’ve got a whole squad I can call on whether I need a laugh, a vent, or just a good cry (sometimes all at once). 😂😫 5- Jobs. I haven’t had to formally apply for a job ever—until I moved to the Netherlands. But even then, a connection from my mom network got me back to “never applying again” status. 🙌 The list could go on… But here’s the thing—it took time. Networking isn’t a one-and-done coffee chat. It’s coffees, WhatsApps, cocktails, and building trust over time. That said, you have to start somewhere… why not here on LinkedIn? If you’re reading this, you already know the basics. You’ve got a profile, made some connections, maybe even applied for a job. But are you using LinkedIn to its full potential? Are you building a network that can actually open doors? At Empowerment Foundation, we hear from clients all the time about their struggles getting back into the job market—whether it’s the language barrier, a skills gap, or just that gap in their career. That’s why I’m hosting a LinkedIn workshop to help you level up your networking and job search game. Friday, 8 November 9:30 – 11:00 CET Let’s make LinkedIn work for you! 🚀 #linkedinfornetworking #jobsearch #networking #levelup

Learn how to find keywords for your LinkedIn and CV 👇 Picture this: You're at a bustling networking event, surrounded by professionals from various industries. You strike up a conversation with someone who works in your dream company. As you chat, you realize they're impressed by your experience and skills. But here's the twist – this isn't a physical event; it's the virtual world of LinkedIn, and your profile is your ticket to making meaningful connections and advancing your career. So, how do you make sure your LinkedIn profile shines brighter than the rest? Step 1: Head over to your LinkedIn profile and navigate to 'More' > 'Build a Resume' > 'Create from Profile'. Step 2: Insert the job position you're interested in. Step 3: Click 'apply' and notice how LinkedIn highlights the keywords common to both your desired job title and past experience. By embracing all the features LinkedIn has to offer, you're not just playing the game – you're mastering it. Each connection, recommendation, and interaction strengthens your profile, making you more visible and attractive to potential employers. #LinkedInSuccess #CareerJourney #GameChanger

Is your resume getting rejected for the 10th, 11th, or 12th time? Here's an easy solution to fix it. If a prospective employer doesn’t reply to your email? You can say “I’m bad at networking.” Or you can support them via LinkedIn - drop a valuable comment to their post, send a DM, and build trust. If your experience isn’t being recognized? You can say that “nobody will give you a chance.” Or you can find a way to make your value impossible to ignore, by optimizing your LinkedIn profile to stand out from crowded jobseekers. If a company rejects you after an interview? You can write them off for good. Or you can thank each person you interacted with and make a point to maintain those relationships via LinkedIn. The job search is 20% what happens to you and 80% how you react. ---------------------------------- 𝗗𝗢𝗡'𝗧 𝗦𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗟𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗦! 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗞 𝗕𝗜𝗚 & 𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗪! Is your LinkedIn profile & CV OUTDATED? Not sure where to start? That's where I come in. I am here to help you! -------------------------------------------------- By updating your LinkedIn Profile, 🔑 You can reach more than 65 million business decision-makers. 🔑 You will get more eyeballs 👀 on your LinkedIn profile. ---------------------------------------------------- ♻️ Repost this to help someone struggling in their careers and let GLOBAL opportunities CHASE them using LinkedIn. ________________ Want more like this? → See all my content on 1 page: follow #LinkedInBySonia ⤴ visit my profile page nBySo and hit [Follow] + my 🔔

💻 Did you know LinkedIn now allows you to add up to 100 skills to your profile? This can be a game-changer for getting noticed! 🔎Recruiters often search based on specific skills, and you could be just the person they’re looking for. LinkedIn recommends updating your profile with the latest and most descriptive information in your profile to improve your chances of matching the skills needed for a job. The more relevant skills you showcase, the higher your chances of appearing in their searches. Not sure where to start? Our Resume Audit + LinkedIn Optimization service helps you make the most of this update and attract opportunities. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gD6WbSJw #DEICareerCoach #hiring #careeradvice #LinkedInTips #CareerGrowth

Elevate Your Career with a standout LinkedIn Profile! 🚀 Your LinkedIn profile is more than just a digital snapshot; it's your professional story in real-time. Just like your traditional resume, keeping it updated is key to staying relevant and opening doors to new opportunities. Think of it as your online resume, accessible to recruiters and connections worldwide. Don't let it gather dust! Regularly update your profile to showcase your latest achievements and skills. By doing so, you're not just staying on top of your game – you're signaling to the world that you're ready for whatever comes next! 💪 #LinkedIn #CareerSuccess #RealRecruiter

What's stopping you from landing that dream job? 🤔 It might be an outdated resume or a lackluster LinkedIn profile. 🚀 Here are 3 tips to boost your job search: 1️⃣ Tailor your resume for each application. 2️⃣ Optimize your LinkedIn with keywords. 3️⃣ Network genuinely. 💼 Ready to elevate your career? DM us! Share or comment if these tips resonate with you! 🌟 #CareerGrowth #JobSearchTips #ResumeBoost

Handy LinkedIn tip: Did you know that using the career break function in LinkedIn can create gaps in your profile? It apparently removes you from recruiter searches and doesn't show on your LinkedIn CV. (I spent way too long thinking "but where's that gone...?"). To avoid this, consider entering it as a regular job in order to account for the time. After all, finding a new role is a job in itself - which I'm currently enjoying. It's good to get back to doing officey-type things. #LinkedInTips #CareerAdvice

𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊 Yes, I said it!! I know it's blunt, but... If you're asking for free consultations or "quick" LinkedIn and resume fixes - STOP. ✋🏻 See, this isn’t aimed at everyone, but too often, I’m asked for free consultations or resume and LinkedIn optimisation! And, ↳ 𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐫 to those of us who’ve invested months perfecting these skills and providing real results. ↳ 𝐈𝐭 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐬 the hours, expertise, and commitment we invest. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠? People don’t hesitate to invest lakhs in degrees or courses that might not even land them the first interview. But paying for expert career services? Suddenly, it’s “too expensive.” Here’s the thing: I’m not here to convince anyone. Not everyone values professional services that lead to real, tangible results. And that’s okay. But for those who are ready to 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬: If you want: - An 𝐀𝐓𝐒-𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞 that gets noticed - A 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞 that recruiters can’t scroll past - 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 that’s effective Comment “𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤” and I’ll reach out. #CareerGrowth #LinkedInOptimization #NoFreeWork

We're here to help you optimise your #LinkedInProfile 🪄 Aussie Top Voice Lucy Bingle shares what you should stop & start doing to level up. ❌ Uploading your CV and hoping for the best. ✅ Create a high quality profile that showcases your skills, interests and achievements. You are up to 24x more likely to receive recruiter InMails if you have five or more skills. ❌ Presenting like a standard CV. ✅ Add rich media, likes videos, articles and case studies, to bring your profile to life and showcase your skills. ❌ Setting and forgetting - it gets you nowhere! ✅ Grow and nurture your community. The LinkedIn Catch Up Tab is a great way to easily keep on top of updates within your network. Do you have any LinkedIn profile and #networking tips? Let us know below ⬇️