How to find a job with LinkedIn

LinkedIn is today the social network of choice for active professionals all over the world. According to data from the LinkedIn Marketing Blog there are about 850 million users on the network. Of these, it is estimated that in Portugal there are almost 4 million people connected through this platform. According to data from datareportal, also the potential reach of LinkedIn ads in Portugal increased 300 thousand (+7.%) between 2022 and 2023, and the size of the LinkedIn ads audience in our country increased 200 thousand (+4.9%) between October 2022 and January 2023.

These numbers translate the potential of the tool both in the search for professional vacancies and in the possible connection with professionals and companies in various areas. If you are looking for a job, it is important to know how to stand out from other users and adopt some actions that will bring you closer to getting a new job.

UPDATE YOUR PROFILE

Make sure you have a complete profile with up-to-date information.

Add a photo

Your profile should contain a photo that conveys a professional image. You can also develop a cover image that relates to your area of work.

Include relevant information

Create a strong title in your presentation and add relevant information about your work experience, skills, and education. Your profile will be like your CV and should reflect your career path and interests. In that sense, you can also include awards, achievements, volunteer projects you may be involved in as well as training certificates and diplomas.

Include keywords

Add keywords related to your professional field in the title and abstract. Recruitment companies like Fed Finance try to find talent on linkedIn by searching for keywords linked to your field.

Ask for recommendations

Did you know that many recruiters evaluate recommendations from potential candidates? Don't hesitate to ask for recommendations from former work colleagues or professors who have been part of your academic path to enhance your qualifications and skills.

SHOW YOUR JOB SEARCH INTENTIONS

If you're looking for a new job opportunity let your network know that's your intention. By using the "open to work" label companies and recruiters will easily identify you as a resource for job offers.

INVEST IN NETWORKING

Since linkedIn is a social network, one of its advantages is the possibility of establishing networking experiences that can lead you to new projects.

Connect with relevant people

Try to connect with people who work in your professional area or who work in companies that interest you. Also connect with recruiters and people who work in the company where you want to work. When sending out connection invitations, you can send a personalized message explaining why you want to connect. This can be a good opportunity to show that you are looking for a new opportunity.

Get involved in discussion groups

Actively participating in discussion groups related to your area of interest can increase your visibility, lead to greater knowledge about the job market and provide valuable leads in discussion about job offers.

PUBLISH RELEVANT CONTENT

Sharing articles, opinions, ideas and showcasing your skills and knowledge can make you more visible on the web and make you a reference in your field. This is a great way to stand out to other users who are also looking for a job.

SEARCH FOR JOB OPENINGS

Being a social network very directed to job search, linkedIn has specific tools to find available jobs in the labor market.

Activate job alerts

You can search for job openings in certain companies or positions that interest you. In addition, some companies post opportunities directly on the platform. On the other hand, you can also activate job alerts, so that whenever a new opportunity arises that matches your profile, you won't miss it. Remember that LinkedIn is a very powerful tool to find work, but it is important to be consistent and persistent in your search.

Know that Fed Finance is a recruitment company that uses linkedIn in its search for professionals connected to the accounting and finance fields. If this is the case for you, be on the lookout for job openings on Fed Finance's LinkedIn.