Today, we live in the digital age. We live in a world where everything can be done online, even when looking for a job. LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network is one of the online platforms used by people who are looking for a work opportunity. Also, this is where employers’ look for potential employees.
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LinkedIn studied the most popular words in member profiles globally in 2017 and found that Filipino professionals are highlighting their experience and skills. Here are the top 10 words that must be included in your CV to attract more professional opportunities according to LinkedIn.
● Experienced
● Skilled
● Specialize
● Leadership
● Expert
● Passionate
● Responsible
● Creative
● Motivated
● Focused
LinkedIn also provided some tips to help users improve their profiles and stand out to recruiters:
Take pride in your online appearance. Help your ideal employer find you by ensuring your LinkedIn profile is complete and sells you in the best possible way, starting with the
language you use. If you consider yourself a ‘specialist’, why not show this by tailoring your profile accordingly? List relevant skills which have been built up through your work
experience.
Show character. While the words you choose say a lot about you, it’s also important to
strike a professional tone; be assertive and direct when talking about your achievements. Don’t shy away from adding some personality to your language though – this is a great way to show your character.
Words don’t need to do all the talking. Instead of saying you’re ‘creative’, why not show recruiters by including presentations, video, design work and projects you take pride in? Remember, in a sea of potential candidates you want to stand out from the crowd; you’ve only got five to ten seconds to impress a potential employer.
Be active. It’s not just about what’s on your profile, proactivity is key when it comes to
networking. Follow organizations that inspire you, or that you’d love to work for, make new connections, join groups and participate in discussions. This keeps your profile active and shows recruiters that you’re plugged in to what’s happening in your industry.
Voice your opinion. If you are an ‘expert’ on a given topic, why not tell the world by
publishing a post on LinkedIn? By offering your opinions on industry matters, it demonstrates that you are knowledgeable and well informed.
Check LinkedIn now.
