#JobSearch : Don’t Believe These #LinkedIn Myths. Learn How to Get the Most Out of LinkedIn. Great REad! - First Sun Consulting, LLC | Outplacement Services and Career Transition Firm

I speak with clients everyday who are completely overwhelmed by LinkedIn. I completely understand. Is it a job search site or networking platform? What about LinkedIn groups? Are they helpful? Can I apply for jobs from the site?

The answer to all these questions is YES!! With over 700 million users and 20 million companies using the platform, LI is the place to be for all business professionals for all the reasons mentioned. But there are still so many myths surrounding LinkedIn.

We will address some of them here to help you get the most out of this social networking site and make sure you aren’t putting a halt to your job search.

Myth #1 – Only Connect with People You Know Well

The first thing LinkedIn profile development services will tell you is you don’t want to connect with just anyone, but you also shouldn’t only connect with people you know personally. There’s nothing wrong with sending an invitation to connect with someone who you met at a social event, or maybe even in a virtual group on LinkedIn itself. As long as there is a mutual benefit to be had, the other person will appreciate the invitation. Be respectful of people and their time, but connect and offer a compliment on something they wrote and something you read about them to break the ice.

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Myth #2 – LinkedIn is Only for Job Searches

When utilized correctly, LinkedIn can help develop your personal brand and properly depict your career progression over the years. If you need to, consult a professional LinkedIn profile writer to help keep your profile up-to-date. Even if you aren’t actively looking for a job, a recruiter may come across your profile and offer a better opportunity to you. Also, by using LinkedIn actively, you can keep track of your connections and find out some interesting things about your industry from real people who are in it with you.

Myth #3 – Building a Profile Brings Job Offers

It doesn’t matter if you are a professional LinkedIn profile writer or not, simply posting a profile won’t send job offers flying in to you. It’s possible for you to receive a few inquiries, but you also have to be somewhat active on the site. We work with clients every day who think simply completing their profile is the end. Not true! Now the work begins. Even more importantly, if you are searching for a job, make it clear in your profile. Put your contact information clearly where a recruiter can see it to make it easier for them to get in touch with you.

Myth #4 – LinkedIn Groups Aren’t Beneficial

Some people think LinkedIn groups won’t benefit them much. However, if you ask a LinkedIn profile service, they may tell you you’re not using LinkedIn groups properly. Many people join groups, but don’t engage in them. If you start conversations and intellectual discussions, other people are more likely to join in. By networking with other executives, you’ll be able to help each other stay on top of your respective industries. The more the people in the group see your name, the more they will remember it if a job opportunity ever becomes available.

There are a lot of facts and myths when it comes to online networking, and LinkedIn is no different. Whether you’re just beginning to create a LinkedIn profile, or if you are stuck and need to give yours a facelift, we will be happy to assist you in any way we can.

FSC Career Blog Author: Erin Kennedy, MCD, CMRW, CPRW, CERW, CEMC, is a Certified Professional Resume Writer/Career Consultant, and the President of Professional Resume Services, named one of Forbes “Top 100 Career Websites”. Considered an influencer, she is consistently listed as a “Top Career Expert to Follow” on Twitter and LinkedIn.

FSC Career Blog – May 10, 2021