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Part 1: #JobHuntChat Tackles Linked in

by Rich DeMatteo on October 5, 2010 · 8 comments

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Today we have a bit of a special post here on COTJ. Jessica and I are teaming up to release a recap of this weeks #JobHuntChat. You’ll find Part 1 below, and then later this week Jessica will release part 2. This weeks theme was all about Linked in and was one of our best chats in recent memory!

Before I start the recap, let me just say that I can not believe #JobHuntChat is already 8 months old. Holy banana sandwich. Thanks to everyone that has participated. You are what drive the success of #JobHuntChat, and you are why it is consistently the best job search chat on Twitter. Thank you, and stay tuned for some cool things!

Q1: What’s the difference between the job seeker premium account and the normal accounts?

@Austin_Curtis – Q1 Resume reviews and advice from “professionals” ugh

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@BillBoorman – @CornOnTheJob The premium account gives you more in-mails, wider searches and features you in searches#jobhuntchat

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@mngopherboy – Q1–$$$$ #jobhuntchat

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@MyJobScope – Q1 The premium #Lin accounts allow you to inmail people you are not directly connected to #jobhuntchat

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@joannawolfe – #jobhuntchat Q1: nifty briefcase badge & job hunting features – not sure it is worth it IMHO, but you can write it off on your taxes.

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@NextJenHR – Q1 – upgrade acct doesn’t seem worth the $. Learning to be a good networker is worth the time tho. #jobhuntchat

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@BillBoorman – In mail is a direct mail to somone your not connected with. you get 10 a month with a premium acct (88% open rate) #jobhuntchat

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@MyJobScope -Q1 worth it? depends on how much you use it. I would build ur network 1st with people you know, then decide#jobhuntchat

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@Keppie_Careers – LinkedIn says that a premium/paid account exposes users to more recruiters/searches. My clients have not seen much impact. #jobhuntchat

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@Alliebrwneyez – Q1: I agree it isn’t worth the $. There is a lot you can do without the job seeker premium account. #jobhuntchat

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@BillBoorman – @CornOnTheJob Its worth the $s if it is the main channel for your search. #jobhuntchat

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@KyleMcShane – I think the free #LinkedIn service is pretty awesome. May not be worth it to upgrade though from the opinions in#jobhuntchat

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@joannawolfe – Q1 according to http://linkd.in/aDfL27 there R added features. However, it sez you can have the jobhunter badge w/ prem acct #jobhuntchat

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@DanKlamm– Q1: Instead of going premium – join groups. You can message (almost) anyone with whom you share a group affiliation. #jobhuntchat

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@SunnyinSyracuse – It sounds like the Premium LinkedIn account is more worthwhile for employers and recruiters than job seekers.#jobhuntchat

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@ycdwyl– Badge shows youre serious but in the same way adv edu (post BA) doesnt always put u ahead of game. Shouldnt be the breaking pt. #jobhuntchat

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@mngopherboy – Q1-groups are a much better way to go than upgrading your account in my opinion. #jobhuntchat

Q2: What are some custom touches I can add to my LinkedIn profile for added impact?

@Jfavreau Q2 Linking your blog, adding a slide share of any presentations you have done. #jobhuntchat

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@Alliebrwneyez Q2: Events, Box.net files, and reading list are great ones.#jobhuntchat

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@Infoployment tBe SURE that your contact info is easy to find on LinkedIn#jobhuntchat

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@MyJobScope Q2 Use the box application to upload resume, presentations, etc. Link to Twitter & blog, #jobhuntchat

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@BillBoorman Q2: change the order of your profile. you can drag and drop in edit. contacts at the top #jobhuntchat

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@mngopherboy Q2–including your resume, customizing your links, including presents that you have done…the list is endles, use imagination #jobhuntchat

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@Keppie_Careers Q2 Add keywords to as many parts of your LinkedIn profile as possible – in titles, descriptions, all sections.#jobhuntchat

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@Erica_VanBoxel Q2: I am working collecting and giving out recommendations, I find they add a personal touch to profiles #jobhuntchat

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@DanKlamm tQ2: Make sure you have a variety of high quality-recommendations from people who are enthusiastic about your work. #jobhuntchat

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@Infoployment You can add a LinkedIn tab to your Facebook profile.#jobhuntchat

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@BillBoorman Q2: Profesional headline absolutely key. keyword rich. Stating you are looking. comes up in all your updates#jobhuntchat

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@kbaumann Q2. If you have a blog, add it to your profile! Same goes for your Twitter feed (just don’t share it ALL on LI – be selective). #jobhuntchat

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@VeronicaLudwig 2: Update status message w/prof projects you’re working/volunteering on. Shows you’re dedicated & working while unemployed. #jobhuntchat

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@AnneMessenger Q@: Love the apps, like Tripit, books read, blog posts, etc. They round out the person. #jobhuntchat

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@robinschooling Q2: I like the slide share and yes, the reading list. Not so crazy about Tripit. #jobhuntchat

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@MaggieMistal Q2: Answering questions also makes you standout on LinkedIn #jobhuntchat

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@CornOnTheJob Q2: I’m a fan of a good headline (this question is coming later) Also, a great summary! #jobhuntchat

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@BillBoormanAdd video in the slideshare or google docs application#jobhuntchat

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@melindajaneQ2: On my personal #LinkedIn account I added the Slideshare presentations widget, groups I’m a part of, and Blog Link! #jobhuntchat

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@MyJobScopeQ2 use your summary area to promote your current role, contributions. Get recommendations #jobhuntchat

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@kbaumannQ2. If you’re a job seeker, make that clear in your headline. Customize, customize, customize! #jobhuntchat

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@Austin_Curtisin my opinion recommendations are the most crucial aspect of LinkedIn’s success #jobhuntchat

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@blogging4jobsQ2–I’m going to add my professional bio to my #li profile with Box.net #jobhuntchat

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@joannawolfeQ2 Edit the Public Profile URL to make it more memorable – get rid of extraneous machine code – alphanumeric info #jobhuntchat

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@KellyLuxQ2 Add a reading list to your LinkedIn profile & share your review/opinion of current book you’ve read on topics in your field #jobhuntchat

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@KyleMcShaneQ2: I think a compelling personal statement or “summary” that shows passion and dedication can go a long way#jobhuntchat

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