Three LinkedIn Profile Tips You Can’t Overlook

If you subscribe to my newsletter, chances are you are one of these three types of people.

-       You enjoy LinkedIn and consistently post and engage with other people’s content.

-       You are an active job seeker using LinkedIn to help you find a job and grow your network.

-       You fluctuate in how much you use LinkedIn. You know you need to be there, but you aren’t sure why you are there or what value you get.

To be here, you need a LinkedIn profile.

How do you feel about your LinkedIn profile?

Does it accurately reflect who you are and what you do?

Is it optimized to help you make more connections, attract recruiters and hiring managers, and is it something you are proud of?

Would you like me to review your LinkedIn profile?

As an executive and career transition coach who helps mid-career professionals find a job they love or love the job they have, it’s very common for my clients to come to me with a LinkedIn profile that could use some help. 

Some need a little more help than others, but I always want to know what their LinkedIn profile says about them. I initially share three main things with them and you can read the blog post about it here.

The one question they always ask me is, “Is my LinkedIn profile good enough?”

If you are asking yourself the same question, I can help you update and optimize your LinkedIn profile with a personalized review.

Think of the LinkedIn Profile Review like you’re taking your LinkedIn Profile to the doctor. This is your chance to get my eyeballs on your profile and tell you exactly what I would do to help you figure out how to attract more recruiters and hiring managers to your profile. I’ll help you figure out what’s broken or not functioning the way you want so you can edit your profile to increase your visibility and professional brand and, ultimately, get more invites to job interviews or increase your professional presence.

This LinkedIn Profile Review is for anyone who wants:

·      To update their LinkedIn profile and increase their visibility

·      To attract more recruiters, hiring managers, and the right connections

·      To apply for jobs with more confidence

·      T highlight their accomplishments and achievements and strategically position themselves in the job market.

·      To get more testimonials that sing your praises about why you are an outstanding professional and ideal candidate for your dream job.

·      To grow your LinkedIn network with people who will actively support and advocate for you and your career development and vice versa.

The LinkedIn Profile Review is NOT for anyone who:

·      Wants someone to do the work for them. I’ll give you my recommendations, but it’s up to you to implement them and update your profile as you want.

·      Doesn’t care about LinkedIn or their professional presence on the platform.

·      Isn’t interested in growing their network or elevating their career.

Click here to learn more.

If you’d like to know more about the service, please DM me and I’ll answer your questions.

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Here’s What’s Been Happening on The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

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This week, The Mid-Career GPS Podcast celebrated its 250th episode! This huge milestone would never have happened without your support and the fantastic guests who have joined me at the mic these last four years.

There is no plan to stop anytime soon! Make sure to follow/subscribe on your favorite listening platform, and I’d appreciate it if you shared this newsletter and podcast with anyone in your network.

Episode 250: Navigating Today's Job Market with More Confidence and Career Clarity

After 250 episodes, there are things you must do in today’s job market that you wouldn’t have done four years ago, or not as much. I'll explain why you need to be crystal clear about the value you bring to your current and future organizations. I'll also share how to use AI more strategically and some tips to help you build your network more authentically and genuinely.  You’ll hear why you need to be different and how to stand out from the crowd as you search for your next advancement opportunity. Lastly, I'll share one powerful lesson about why you should never solely depend on other people to advocate for your career, growth, and advancement. 

Episode 249: When to Pursue an Advanced Degree with Dr. Teresa Yankanich

Have you wondered if pursuing an advanced degree is worth the investment for your career? My friend, Teresa Yankanich joins me to discuss her motivation for obtaining her doctorate at 60 years old. An established and celebrated nursing professional, Teresa shares her mid-career journey and why she couldn’t say no to the advancement opportunities that were presented to her. Additionally, Teresa shares the importance of having a wonderful support network to make pursuing your goals much easier.

Episode 248: Building a Career Prototype: Strategies for Advancing Your Career with Jeff Perry

Jeff and I discuss the value of making small, manageable experiments to test new roles or responsibilities. You can gather data on what truly resonates with you by conducting informational interviews, taking on side projects, or volunteering for leadership roles. We emphasize the importance of reducing pressure and viewing these transitions as experiments to build resilience and adaptability, creating a flexible and fulfilling career path.

Episode 247: Effective Leadership by Balancing Directness with Empathy with Vanessa Judelman

Vanessa shares five actionable strategies for professionals transitioning from doers to leaders. We dive deep into the significance of self-awareness, utilizing tools such as the DISC profile to identify your strengths and weaknesses. Vanessa also stresses the importance of building and nurturing relationships, offering personal anecdotes on how trust, cultivated through consistent behavior, is crucial for career advancement.

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June is Pride Month. As someone who has faced personal and professional discrimination because of my sexual orientation, this quote personally means a lot to me.

“I believe that no one should ever have to choose between a career we love and living our lives with authenticity and integrity.” – Selisse Berry

Editor of Out & Equal at Work: From Closet to Corner Office