LinkedIn, Recruiter

What You Need on Your LinkedIn Profile To Get My Notice

  • On April 2, 2017
Lawyers believe less is more for their LinkedIn profile. They could not be more wrong. I work with great clients, ranging from unicorns to the Fortune 10 companies, and I sift through a lot of profiles to come up with a short list of top candidates. I agree with Suzy Welch’s recent article on how […]
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LinkedIn

Do I Really Need a Picture on My LinkedIn Profile?

  • On July 17, 2016
Yes, you do need to complete your LinkedIn profile with a photo!  Here are 3 compelling reasons why, and only 1 valid excuse not to do it. Your profile is likely making the first impression for you. Prospective clients and employers may have your pitch/resume and, wanting to know more about you, check out your […]
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LinkedIn, Networking

How to Reach Out via LinkedIn

  • On April 26, 2015
LinkedIn is such a valuable tool for job seekers, who can see how they are connected to a potential employer. Since applying online alone is unlikely to get you anywhere, reaching out informally is a great idea.  I like the steps outlined by Undercover Recruiter (summarized below) to show you how easy it is:  Just do it. While it feels weird to request […]
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LinkedIn

A Great LinkedIn Profile

  • On February 8, 2015
So much of your job search is out of your control. You can’t force employers to read your resume, and your law school and salary have already been set. But you can control your LinkedIn profile, the platform of choice for employers and recruiters to find the right employee. How do you stand out there? Some good tips: Include a profile […]
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Attire, LinkedIn, Presentation

What Kind of LinkedIn Headshot You Need

  • On August 10, 2014
What kind of headshot should you post? Go with a professional picture. You can get one taken for $100 or less! Look business-like in a neutral setting. Nature is fine, but no party shots or others in the picture. Wear something professional, though suits are not necessary and can in fact make you look too […]
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LinkedIn

Why You Need a Picture for Your LinkedIn Profile

  • On August 3, 2014
Lawyers are happy to list their schools and employers on LinkedIn, but not their photos. Maybe they want to guard their privacy or avoid discrimination, but here’s why posting a picture is essential: Profiles with photos generate 14x more views than profiles without (reported by LinkedIn)! Pictures help people remember you. I hate looking at photo-less profiles of […]
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