LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional network, with over 830 million members in over 200 countries and territories. It’s a great place to connect with people in your field, find job opportunities, and build your professional brand.

As a job seeker, LinkedIn can be a valuable free tool. Here are our top 5 reasons we believe LinkedIn can improve your job search results, and help you to land your dream job.

1. To find a job

LinkedIn is a great resource for finding job openings. You can search for jobs by keyword, location, and other criteria. You can also connect with people who work at companies you’re interested in, and ask them about job openings.

2. To network

LinkedIn is a great way to connect with people in your field. You can connect with your friends, colleagues, and former classmates, and also with people you don’t know. This can help you learn about new opportunities, get advice, and find mentors.

3. To build a professional brand

Your LinkedIn profile is a great way to showcase your skills and experience. You can also use LinkedIn to share your work, write articles, and participate in discussions. This can help you build your professional brand and make yourself more visible to potential employers.

4. To stay up-to-date on trends

LinkedIn is a great resource for staying up-to-date on industry trends. You can follow companies, groups, and influencers, and read articles and blog posts. This can help you stay ahead of the curve and learn about new opportunities.

5. To learn new skills

LinkedIn offers a variety of courses and training programs. You can take these courses to learn new skills, improve your resume, and prepare for interviews.

Additional benefits of joining LinkedIn:

  • You can get recommendations from your connections. Recommendations are a great way to show potential employers that you’re a good fit for the job.
  • You can see who has viewed your profile. This can help you identify potential connections and opportunities.
  • You can participate in LinkedIn’s events and groups. This is a great way to meet new people and learn about new trends.
  • You can use LinkedIn’s mobile app. This makes it easy to stay connected with your network and find new opportunities on the go.

If you’re not already on LinkedIn, we encourage you to join. It’s a great way to advance your career and connect with people who can help you achieve your goals.

Speak with our staff to find out how our Advisers can help you to set up a LinkedIn profile to boost your job searching.

To register, call our customer service team on freephone 0300 123 2898 or email: contact@jbg.org.uk