Sir LinkedAlot – a Recruiter's Perspective

A job seeker demonstrates creativity in promoting his skills and interest in a working for Google using a YouTube video and his LinkedIn profile. He is his own worst enemy having his LinkedIn settings prohibit others from contacting him. A solution is offered.

Fact or Fiction?  We are ALL connected on this planet by six degrees of separation.  The premise is that we live in a small world that is growing smaller day by day with  technology and communications.  So, is it fact or urban myth that we are all just five introductions or six degrees from meeting [...]

Every LinkedIn guru has their opinion on what matters most in crafting a LinkedIn profile.  In an ongoing series of “Postings on Profiles” I’ll offer my two cents and present thinking on how a professional might craft their profile.  I’ll also share some links from others who share their opinions and insights for your review [...]

Often we attend networking events with the limited purpose of being available to meet others and re-connect with those we know.  Maybe we make a connection, maybe not.  Networking need not be left to chance, it can be more purposeful than this.  The following strategy optimizes your networking ROR… What’s that you say?  ROR is [...]

You have an event that you wish to promote using word of mouth and social networks.  When the event appeals to professionals and those in business there is no better way to target your promotion efforts than to use LinkedIn™ Events.
There are four ways that events are commonly discovered.  Many professionals discover events on their [...]

The importance of professional networking is increasing as the pace of change in business accelerates and employment is more tentative and short term.  There exist in each community numerous events weekly that offer networking opportunities for professionals.   Sadly, some working professionals will refrain from attending events where there is an expected large turnout of job [...]

Twitter, what to make of it?  What’s the point?  I don’t care that you are walking the dog, doing laundry or are bored.  Who should I follow?  Who do I want following me?  What to post?  My gosh, the questions just keep coming.  I am committed to learning more, in time.  I am permitting others [...]

There are varying philosophies in building one’s LinkedIn network. Who do you include in your network? In this posting I will suggest the two polar positions on making connections each reflecting different mindsets. You’ll likely choose to be somewhere in between identifying your personal qualifying criteria.
LION’s – LinkedIn Open Networkers
LION’s are the most [...]

Imagine just doing two things daily for 10 minutes would enable you to stay in touch so well with ALL in your network AND nobody gets unwanted email either.   Not only that, it’s so easy and rewarding to your networking.  Read on to learn how LinkedIn makes it so simple and all that’s really required [...]

Ask me what I do and one of the things I will mention is “networking.”  What the heck is it though?  I’ve met many who believe they are practicing networking, but we’re definitely NOT on the same page.   So, let’s take a stab at defining it.
Networking is purposeful behavior.  It is social in nature.  It [...]

The number one error made by LinkedIn members is the creation of multiple accounts.   It happens most often unintentionally and is usually surprising or embarrassing to the member.
So, as assured as you are, why not check yourself as they say.   Do it lest others soon tell you they’ve found you on LinkedIn twice, [...]

What are we going to post? What can you expect to read here?
I have a myriad of interests, some related, many not. I network. I connect others. I recruit and coach. I offer job search and networking advice. I’ve been called a catalyst. I start things and seek others with talents to give them richness [...]

GETTING STARTED
For those just starting or wishing to start blogging I share the story of how this blog was birthed.
It’s taken two months to get to this point.  I’ve poked about Blogger, looked briefly at TypePad but heard more about WordPress and have selected it as my “platform” for blogging.  The next decision was to [...]

GETTING STARTED
For those just starting or wishing to start blogging I share the story of how this blog was birthed.
It’s taken two months to get to this point.  I’ve poked about Blogger, looked briefly at TypePad but heard more about WordPress and have selected it as my “platform” for blogging.  The next decision was to [...]

What are we going to post? What can you expect to read here?
I have a myriad of interests, some related, many not. I network. I connect others. I recruit and coach. I offer job search and networking advice. I’ve been called a catalyst. I start things and seek others with talents to give them richness [...]

The importance of professional networking is increasing as the pace of change in business accelerates and employment is more tentative and short term.  There exist in each community numerous events weekly that offer networking opportunities for professionals.   Sadly, some working professionals will refrain from attending events where there is an expected large turnout of job [...]

A job seeker demonstrates creativity in promoting his skills and interest in a working for Google using a YouTube video and his LinkedIn profile. He is his own worst enemy having his LinkedIn settings prohibit others from contacting him. A solution is offered.

You have an event that you wish to promote using word of mouth and social networks.  When the event appeals to professionals and those in business there is no better way to target your promotion efforts than to use LinkedIn™ Events.
There are four ways that events are commonly discovered.  Many professionals discover events on their [...]

Often we attend networking events with the limited purpose of being available to meet others and re-connect with those we know.  Maybe we make a connection, maybe not.  Networking need not be left to chance, it can be more purposeful than this.  The following strategy optimizes your networking ROR… What’s that you say?  ROR is [...]

The importance of professional networking is increasing as the pace of change in business accelerates and employment is more tentative and short term.  There exist in each community numerous events weekly that offer networking opportunities for professionals.   Sadly, some working professionals will refrain from attending events where there is an expected large turnout of job [...]

A job seeker demonstrates creativity in promoting his skills and interest in a working for Google using a YouTube video and his LinkedIn profile. He is his own worst enemy having his LinkedIn settings prohibit others from contacting him. A solution is offered.

A job seeker demonstrates creativity in promoting his skills and interest in a working for Google using a YouTube video and his LinkedIn profile. He is his own worst enemy having his LinkedIn settings prohibit others from contacting him. A solution is offered.

Every LinkedIn guru has their opinion on what matters most in crafting a LinkedIn profile.  In an ongoing series of “Postings on Profiles” I’ll offer my two cents and present thinking on how a professional might craft their profile.  I’ll also share some links from others who share their opinions and insights for your review [...]

A job seeker demonstrates creativity in promoting his skills and interest in a working for Google using a YouTube video and his LinkedIn profile. He is his own worst enemy having his LinkedIn settings prohibit others from contacting him. A solution is offered.

Ask me what I do and one of the things I will mention is “networking.”  What the heck is it though?  I’ve met many who believe they are practicing networking, but we’re definitely NOT on the same page.   So, let’s take a stab at defining it.
Networking is purposeful behavior.  It is social in nature.  It [...]

Imagine just doing two things daily for 10 minutes would enable you to stay in touch so well with ALL in your network AND nobody gets unwanted email either.   Not only that, it’s so easy and rewarding to your networking.  Read on to learn how LinkedIn makes it so simple and all that’s really required [...]

There are varying philosophies in building one’s LinkedIn network. Who do you include in your network? In this posting I will suggest the two polar positions on making connections each reflecting different mindsets. You’ll likely choose to be somewhere in between identifying your personal qualifying criteria.
LION’s – LinkedIn Open Networkers
LION’s are the most [...]

The importance of professional networking is increasing as the pace of change in business accelerates and employment is more tentative and short term.  There exist in each community numerous events weekly that offer networking opportunities for professionals.   Sadly, some working professionals will refrain from attending events where there is an expected large turnout of job [...]

Often we attend networking events with the limited purpose of being available to meet others and re-connect with those we know.  Maybe we make a connection, maybe not.  Networking need not be left to chance, it can be more purposeful than this.  The following strategy optimizes your networking ROR… What’s that you say?  ROR is [...]

Fact or Fiction?  We are ALL connected on this planet by six degrees of separation.  The premise is that we live in a small world that is growing smaller day by day with  technology and communications.  So, is it fact or urban myth that we are all just five introductions or six degrees from meeting [...]

Twitter, what to make of it?  What’s the point?  I don’t care that you are walking the dog, doing laundry or are bored.  Who should I follow?  Who do I want following me?  What to post?  My gosh, the questions just keep coming.  I am committed to learning more, in time.  I am permitting others [...]

The number one error made by LinkedIn members is the creation of multiple accounts.   It happens most often unintentionally and is usually surprising or embarrassing to the member.
So, as assured as you are, why not check yourself as they say.   Do it lest others soon tell you they’ve found you on LinkedIn twice, [...]

Imagine just doing two things daily for 10 minutes would enable you to stay in touch so well with ALL in your network AND nobody gets unwanted email either.   Not only that, it’s so easy and rewarding to your networking.  Read on to learn how LinkedIn makes it so simple and all that’s really required [...]

There are varying philosophies in building one’s LinkedIn network. Who do you include in your network? In this posting I will suggest the two polar positions on making connections each reflecting different mindsets. You’ll likely choose to be somewhere in between identifying your personal qualifying criteria.
LION’s – LinkedIn Open Networkers
LION’s are the most [...]

You have an event that you wish to promote using word of mouth and social networks.  When the event appeals to professionals and those in business there is no better way to target your promotion efforts than to use LinkedIn™ Events.
There are four ways that events are commonly discovered.  Many professionals discover events on their [...]

Often we attend networking events with the limited purpose of being available to meet others and re-connect with those we know.  Maybe we make a connection, maybe not.  Networking need not be left to chance, it can be more purposeful than this.  The following strategy optimizes your networking ROR… What’s that you say?  ROR is [...]

Every LinkedIn guru has their opinion on what matters most in crafting a LinkedIn profile.  In an ongoing series of “Postings on Profiles” I’ll offer my two cents and present thinking on how a professional might craft their profile.  I’ll also share some links from others who share their opinions and insights for your review [...]

A job seeker demonstrates creativity in promoting his skills and interest in a working for Google using a YouTube video and his LinkedIn profile. He is his own worst enemy having his LinkedIn settings prohibit others from contacting him. A solution is offered.