4 Personal Branding Tips Learned From Corporations - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

4 Personal Branding Tips Learned From Corporations - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Companies have long understood the power of branding. They spend millions of dollars a year making a brand promise to customers that goes beyond the technical and physical attributes of a particular product. They build an identity that customers feel safe choosing over the competition. So, what four specific takeaways can you get from corporate branding, and how can you apply it to yourself? 1. Unique Selling Point Corporate Branding. All companies must identify what differentiates their product. Why is it better than other similar products out there? Quality? Speed? Customer service? Excellent design? Personal Branding. Identify your own unique selling point. What makes you different? Better? Do you do things faster than your competition? Do you provide superior quality? Are you very sociable and emotion-oriented? Do you have a knack for making complex things simple? Do some soul-searching, and ask a few friends and colleagues what single quality stands out to them. 2. Competitive Analysis Corporate Branding. A company must position itself effectively against its competition. A business analyzes how other companies in its niche are acting, to see what works (and what doesnt). Then they can then create a much more compelling brand for themselves knowing what is out there. Personal Branding. Use your competition to your advantage. Look at how other people offering similar services portray their brands. Then build on them to create an even more compelling one for yourself. For example, if youre an artist, browse artist galleries on the web to see how theyre showcasing their abilities. Then take the best qualities of each one and mix it with your own style. 3. Values Corporate Branding. A companys values guide its decisions. The boss says we need to lay someone off. Jane sugg ested letting go of our phone tech support guy. But that wouldnt jibe with our company value of superior customer service. Corporate values such as superior customer service lay the foundation for decisions that align with a companys brand promise. Personal Branding. Personal values act in a similar way. They are the principles that shape your work habits and the way you interact with other people. Take a hint from your personality traits to find what values are important to you. Are you extremely shy? That may mean you prefer working on a project alone until its absolutely perfect before showing it to other people. Your shyness may stem from perfectionism, which says, This person values the highest standards of quality in all their work. Identify the values that guide you, then focus on the ones will be most critical to your future success. 4. Impressions Corporate Branding. An impression is when someone looks at a logo, picture, ad, website, or other visual media related to a company and that image gets embedded in their mind. Each impression strengthens the connection between a company and its brand promise for that person. Corporate branding pushes a companys image onto as many people as possible, because the more potential customers see the brand, the more they trust that company can deliver on its promise and the more they think about that company as they go about their day. Impressions arent limited to advertising â€" companies also brand their invoices, newsletters and all communications, using their logo and tagline to strengthen the relationship between their name and their brand. Personal Branding. With everyone you meet, strengthen the association between your face and what you excel at. You want your name to be seen in a positive light by as many people as possible. That means every time you post a comment on a blog or forum, every time you send an email, every time you complete a project or presentation, put your name on it. Anonymity is not your friend. Take pride in all your work and connect it back to your brand. The more people come across these digital breadcrumbs, the more you convince them that you can deliver on your brand promise. So include your name, your tagline (what you do and who you do it for) and your contact info in all your work. Author: Pete Kistler is a leading Online Reputation Management expert for Generation Y, a top 5 finalist for Entrepreneur Magazine’s College Entrepreneur of 2009, one of the Top 30 Definitive Personal Branding Experts on Twitter, a widely read career development blogger, and a Judge for the 2009 Personal Brand Awards. Pete manages strategic vision for Brand-Yourself.com, the first online reputation management platform for job applicants, named one of the Top 100 Most Innovative College Startups in the U.S.

7 ways to survive in an office with a lack of diversity - Debut

7 ways to survive in an office with a lack of diversity - Debut As varied as offices amongst different industries may be, there can be a sorely consistent feature of some of them lack of diversity. Your colleagues are (mostly) stale, pale and male. Whilst you are able to interact with them like a normal human being, some find difficulty relating to you in the same way. Beyond outright discrimination, which many still face, there are psychological costs to being one of just a few minorities in a predominantly white and male environment. In their book Working Identity,  Mitu Gulati and Devon Carbado  note that minority professionals tread cautiously to avoid upsetting the majority group’s sensibilities. Well I say, why gully creep when you can crip-walk your way through the minefield that is well-intended, albeit offensive office banter? Here’s how: 1. Deflect the question “Where are you from?” “Harlesden.” “No, like where are you really from?” And so the age-old story goes. Before you whip out your birth certificate, try firing back some questions of your own. For full effect lower a desk lamp over their head to create an impromptu quiz show studio. Mirror the absurdity by questioning their certainty of their own origin, monologue on the evolution of man or throw in some questions entirely unrelated altogether. Jazz it up, make it your own. This may create a slight discomfort for the person who asks ill-thought out questions, but hey, now they know how you feel. And if youre the one asking the question, accept the answer you get, our colleague knows more about themselves than you do. 2. Comment on the lack of diversity Where possible bring up the lack of diversity where there is opportunity to improve it. Feedback questionnaires are a good way of offering your constructive input, and at least you’ll be directing it at the right people. An MIT study of collective intelligence found that racially diverse teams outperform non-diverse ones by 35%  and a study conducted by researchers from the University of Illinois in 2009 concluded that both racial and gender diversity were found to contribute positively to sales, customers and profits. This is a clear indication that inclusive work environments are multi-beneficial and an increasing number of employers are becoming aware of this. Where feedback is not formally requested it would do no harm to bring it up in passing conversation to Human Resources or Recruitment, especially with statistical benefits on your side. 3. Be frank There’s a time and place for nervous laughter and tactile responses to offensive comments, but sometimes you have to draw a line. The fear of appearing sensitive or abrasive often stunts one’s natural reaction, but what you allow is what will continue. One way of ensuring you aren’t put in the uncomfortable situation of being the butt of a stereotypical joke is to address it then and there. You did not find it funny because it was not funny, and would the perpetrator kindly refrain from making such comments again. You may receive an apology if not a deflection from the ‘jokester’ to lighten up and take a joke. Either way, they will make a mental note for the future. 4. Snitch to HR Where repeat offenders do not heed your own warnings you can always take it to the big dogs. Human Resources ensures that the work environment is conducive to productivity and constant remarks on one’s differences can create a hostile work environment. HR strives to resolve workplace conflict and also to ensure employees are compliant with office policies and legal requirements. You don’t have to bear the burden of battling transgressions and micro-aggressions on your own. Remember there are people who work to ensure everybody’s work experience is positive so enlist their help from time to time.   5. Be proactive Be the change that you want to see and actively invite your peers to apply for roles at your workplace. A lot of industries rely on employee referral in recruitment and they are 3-4 times more likely to be hired than a non-referral candidate. If diversity is not evident at all organisational levels, some employees and potential employees will quickly conclude that there is no future for them in that company. A sure-fire way of increasing diversity in your office is to promote vacancies to more diverse candidates to evidence that there is a seat at the proverbial table for them, word to Solange. Creating awareness of job opportunities is bound to increase the variety of candidates the recruiters will have to choose from, making the workforce more representative and increasing your colleagues’ interaction with different demographics. Plus, a familiar face will add a pep in your Monday step as well as a potential cash incentive for a successful referral. 6. Embrace your individuality It is easy to allow the deafening awareness of being different to shroud your self-esteem and result in you yearning to blend in. Instead of obscuring your differences, wear them like a badge of honour. Embrace being the person to offer an alternative perspective. Commercially, this is a major advantage to companies who employ diversity schemes. You will be providing value and assisting your company in reaching new markets. You also have the crucial ability to see things from a perspective that others may not, and can help prevent decisions being made that may have potentially marginalising effects. Remind yourself that you are a unique asset to your team and take pride in having a competitive edge that is not easily replicated. 7. Smile Sometimes stupid questions need not be dignified with a response. 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Top Articles From 2019 For Job Seekers

Top Articles From 2019 For Job Seekers These are the top articles from 2019 written to help your job search. Instead of the usual Summary Sunday content, Im highlighting my top articles from 2019. In the list below, youll find job search tips, LinkedIn advice, understanding ATS and more to help get your job search rolling. Over the past year, Ive written over 100 articles here and contributed more to other publishers. So I figured you may have missed some of these. 2019 was also the year I was recognized by LinkedIn as one of the Top Voices for Job Search Careers. Searching For A New Job _______ [fill in the blank] Searching for a job is probably the hardest job youll ever have. You regularly face rejection, encounter rude people and feel isolated. But during your search, youll make new friends, rekindle old relationships and learn some new things. In fact, youll learn many new lessons how to be a decent human being, how to use new technology, how to better manage your time and ways to hold yourself accountable. Ask anyone you know whos been through a recent job search what their biggest take-aways are and youll find their answers have little to do with job hunting strategies or how they revamped their resume for the 1,000th time. They learned how important relationships are, how vital clear concise communication is and how to overcome mental challenges. So if you are thinking about a job search or are looking for ways to improve your search, I encourage you to take a look back and assess your 2019 and take note of your successes. Top 10 Job Search Articles from 2019 31 Tips for Your 2019 Job Search (from the pros)1e3)g=1e3;else if(~~g What To Put In Your LinkedIn Summary Section1e3)g=1e3;else if(~~g 25 Inspiring Ideas for What To Post On LinkedIn1e3)g=1e3;else if(~~g How To Get Past The Applicant Tracking System (ATS)1e3)g=1e3;else if(~~g 50 Best Twitter Accounts For Job Search Advice 20191e3)g=1e3;else if(~~g 10 Steps You Should Have Taken When You Were First Laid Off1e3)g=1e3;else if(~~g 10 Ways To Research Company Culture1e3)g=1e3;else if(~~g What Does A Modern Resume Look Like1e3)g=1e3;else if(~~g A New Year Deserves A New Job1e3)g=1e3;else if(~~g Fix It Friday: No One Said It Would Be Easy To Find the Hiring Manager1e3)g=1e3;else if(~~g Thanks for making it this far! If you liked any of these articles, feel free to share them!

Unique Job Interview Questions Millennials Should Expect

Unique Job Interview Questions Millennials Should Expect When did interview questions become a broken record? When a job interview feels like one long, boring cliché of tired behavioral questions, it’s easy to lose interest in the role. As a millennial enjoying the carousel of the same old interview questions, you’d be happier to hear “It’s a Small World After All” on repeat than sit through another repetitive interview. It’s time to shake up the interview experience, and say goodbye to those snooze-worthy questions. Goodbye, “What’s your worst quality, and what’s your best?” Say farewell to five-year vision quest questions and humdrum examples of how you always kept the customer happy. Consider these 10 unique job interview questions for millennials to expect in the new hire world: 1. Which TV Character Best Describes Your Professional Work Ethic? Is the work environment like “The Office” or “The Bold Type?” A small organization may pick a television show and advertise with it: “Are you our Jim Halpert?” These ads make it easier for millennials to pick out a fun work culture from a few words. Which TV character most resembles your qualities at work? Talk about the character’s personality and challenges faced at their office and the parallels with your real-world work experience. 2. What’s Your Philosophy on Tipping Servers? While you may think of this question as something more appropriate to silently observe during dates, consider how the company is also professionally courting candidates for a prospective hiring match. How this person treats others in the hospitality industry, in theory, informs how they will look down on their “subordinates” and team members. The millennial generation has faced the fight for a living wage, stressing how raising the wage offers intrinsic protection for workers and their families. Millennials understand it’s important to give back while maintaining your standards, and that surviving isn’t thriving. That is why this is a top interview questions for millennials. 3. How Do You Prefer to Receive Positive and Constructive Feedback? Ideally, an employer will get to know the candidate’s style of receiving feedback during the interview process before pegging a millennial for being too narcissistic or sensitive. It’s important to address both positive and constructive feedback because everyone prefers receiving these types of feedback differently. Someone may prefer a face-to-face meeting to discuss constructive criticism while receiving pats on the back via email. Do you like gift cards or want to be invited to the next exclusive networking event? Are team pizza parties still in? 4. Talk About a Time You Were Passed Over for a Promotion You Thought You Deserved. This question gets to the point and allows you to address how you handled a situation that likely crushed you. Did you suck it up? Did you shake hands with your fellow employee? Was this the last straw in a series of moments where you felt invisible? What did you do about it? Your professional-sounding response to this prompt will show an employer how you absorb disappointments, how you advocate for your personal and professional value and if you give congratulations where they’re due, regardless of perceived failure. This is a unique job interview question you can expect and it can tell the interviewer a lot about your character. 5. What Have You Done in Your Past That Will Help You Get the Job Done Here? Younger millennials lack the work experience older professionals have had. Someone has to give them a chance to speak up, and sometimes phrasing is all that holds the applicant back. Instead of asking, “What prior work experience will help you excel in this role?”, employers should keep it conversational. If faced with the old question, millennials should rephrase it in their minds. Search your memories for applicable experiences during an old internship, volunteer experience or your personal life. Keep your options open, and don’t feel limited by the phrasing. 6. Ever Had to Hide a Tattoo on a Job, Deal With Inconvenient Scheduling or Wear a Work Uniform? How Did You Deal With This? Millennials are a generation of individuals who stand up for their rights and prefer independence. Did you have to hide an alternative religious symbol, such as a pentacle? Did you have to cover up a small, but elegant, tattoo on your back or ankle? Did you manage to wake up on time for the day shift, even though you’re a night owl? What happened, and how did you take it? Your answer to this question reveals your coping skills, as well as your ability to compromise and stand up for yourself in a professional manner. 7. If You Were Given Time Off to Volunteer, What Type of Work Would You Choose? Why? Millennials prefer employers who are conscious of their impact on the community and the world at large, and who do something about that. They will research a company’s mission statement and record of corporate service projects. In fact, of those born from 1981 to 1996, 62 percent of millennials desire a position with a company that makes a good impact, and employers are increasingly focusing on sustainability and transforming corporate values into social ones. Does the company wear ribbons for breast cancer awareness or run marathons for multiple sclerosis? Does the company do something beyond “what’s expected,” and does that match up with your volunteer experience or lifestyle? This question shows an openness to going the extra mile in service. 8. How Do You Get Your Daily News? Does the applicant stay in touch with the daily world? Is it through the newspaper, local TV station, conversation, in social media feeds or specific news sites? Do they read what’s trending or listen to a podcast? Do they listen to multiple sources? This question informs the company how you receive and analyze information while showing an interest in the world beyond yourself. 9. In Which Setting Would You Function Best: Open Office, Traditional Office or Home Office? Does the employer have a remote opportunity, or are they considering it? Some live in their pajamas and do stellar work, while others would sleep all day. The hum of productivity is infectious in open office layouts, but coworkers who talk too much may be distracting. Provide clarity about how these various settings affect your work ethic, productivity and mood. The employer may offer flexible work days and environments. 10. Are You a Morning Lark or Night Owl? As teenagers, most people stayed up late, but eventually had to outgrow that. Do you feel limited and fatigued by constrictive 9-to-5 work hours? It may be possible for you to start your day at a little later at the office if you leave later, or you may be offered another flexible work arrangement. Night owls are just as productive as morning larks if they have a choice about when they get their work done. The workday is becoming more flexible as more people take on varied work hours outside of the traditional ones, especially for the remote workforce. Forget those boring interview questions, because customized questions are going to be the new norm in the new hire world. What boring questions shouldn’t be allowed during an interview? What unique questions would you like to hear in an interview? Want more interview tips? Keep the conversation going by commenting, sharing and subscribing to Punched Clocks. 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Resume Writing Career Counseling and Employment Services

Resume Writing Career Counseling and Employment ServicesThe best resume writing career counseling and employment services was invented by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). By doing research on the internet, you can easily learn all about it. A professional resume is the first thing a company looks at when evaluating an applicant for their position.Resume writing job and education placement services is also beneficial to you. You can get a variety of resumes from these service providers. Each one will offer different services.Career counseling is a good method to start out with your resume. It will help you create an outline of your career objectives and goals. Your job skills and experiences are also important to mention on your resume. By learning all the basics about writing a resume, you will be able to create the perfect one.One thing that you must note in most programs is that there are different types of resume. Some have biographical information on them, while others are d esigned specifically for the hiring managers. Your resume needs to be tailored to each situation and the job you are applying for.One thing you must remember is that resume reviews are very beneficial because they help you find out which resume writing service will be able to help you get a great resume. It will also help you understand what will be the problems you will encounter along the way. Many review companies help you discover what to expect from their services, so be sure to check out testimonials from other clients who have utilized the services.An easy way to create a resume is to find the services that offer templates for different resumes. This makes it easier for you to see what kind of resume will fit your skill set. You can also use them for multiple resumes at once. That way, you can save time and money, as you can create the right resume for your employer with ease.Another benefit of creating your own resume is that you get a chance to have more freedom and customi ze it. It is much easier to make your own resume if you know how to do it. The information on your resume must contain everything that is needed to show your interest and potential in the company you are applying for. Getting the job you want is easy when you are confident in yourself and your resume.

Barbara Corcoran, Trevor Chapman and Other CEOs Talk Success

Barbara Corcoran, Trevor Chapman and Other CEOs Talk Success Many qualities contribute to success, but some traits are indispensable if you want lasting success and joy. Top entrepreneurs and members of The Oracles reveal their number-one trait for remarkable results. 1. Fail well Barbara Corcoran Courtesy of The Oracles To be successful, you must know how to fail well. After I signed the contract to be a Shark investor on “Shark Tank,” the producer changed his mind and decided to give the one female seat to someone else. Rather than accepting defeat, I immediately sat down at my computer and banged out a quick list of things in my career where I’d found success after someone said I wouldn’t. I told the producer that the best things in my career happened on the heels of each failure, so I considered his rejection to be a lucky charm. The next week, I booked a flight to L.A. for a second chance and got the job.â€"Barbara Corcoran, founder of The Corcoran Group and Shark on “Shark Tank” 2. A winning mindset Trevor Chapman Courtesy of The Oracles To reduce success to its most basic form, understand the foundational element is the verb, to win. So if you want hyper success, you have to win. There’s a lot of hype around “hustling,” “grinding,” and going into “beast mode.” While hard work and the grind are necessary to success, those elements don’t necessitate success. If all it took was hard work, every farmer, construction worker, and fisher would be uber successful. Is hard work important? Yesâ€"but hard work is a baseline. Hard work is like showing up for practice. However, it’s not the hardest workers that get drafted into professional sports: it’s the winners. To win, you have to endure years of losing while honing the craft. To win, you need a resilient heart while others win, usually before you. What you focus on grows. Take the time to focus on the craft of winning in business. You’ll reap what you sow.â€"Trevor Chapman, proven entrepreneur and digital strategist who has generated over $100 million in sales for his businesses and partnerships; follow Trevor on Facebook 3. Persistence Dottie Herman Courtesy of The Oracles I began my career at Merrill Lynch, working my way up the ladder, becoming a manager, a regional manager, and finally, running the whole company from the Long Island office. When Merrill Lynch decided to sell its real estate offices, I wrote a letter offering to buy them. There was one problem: I had no money. Prudential bought that business instead, and I worked for them for several yearsâ€"until they decided to sell. I once again attempted to buy the offices, and this time, I refused to give up. After six months, I finally convinced Prudential to lend me $8 million, plus working capital. When I knew we had a deal, I stood in front of the 1,600 agents in the Long Island division and asked them to stayâ€"and they did. While I had been a businesswoman for several years, that was the day I truly became an entrepreneur. In business and life, never give up.â€"Dottie Herman, CEO of Douglas Elliman, a real estate brokerage empire with more than $27 billion in annual sales 4. Perseverance Jonathan Gilinski Courtesy of The Oracles Success isn’t an accident; it’s the natural result of hard work, learning, sacrifice, and above all: perseverance. When I started Capsuline in 2002, I was hand-packaging, labeling, and fulfilling all orders myself. As Capsuline grew, I learned how to incorporate technology to streamline order fulfillment. Perseverance mixed with automation led to reduced lead times for my customers, improved client relations, and most importantly, maximized profits. Had I given up when times were tough, I wouldn’t have witnessed the evolution of the capsule industry and e-commerce. For me, the formula is simple. If you persevereâ€"even when times are toughâ€"you can achieve greatness.â€"Jonathan Gilinski, serial entrepreneur, executive director of CapsCanada, and founder of Capsuline; follow Jonathan on LinkedIn and Twitter 5. Unbridled passion Thomas Carter Courtesy of The Oracles To be successful, you need one thing: passion. That led me to create, market, and manufacture a pioneering wakeboard that landed me on the cover of Success Magazine. But when passion is mixed with purpose, you become unstoppable. To stay focused and on the right track, constantly ask yourself: “What’s my why?” These days, my “why” is to liberate entrepreneurs while providing investors with better data. My goal is to build the best FinTech software on the market and help entrepreneurs launch their startups. To be successful, find your passion and purpose, and don’t let anything get in the way.â€"Thomas Carter, founder and CEO of DealBox Inc; connect with Thomas on LinkedIn 6. Drive Jason Hall Courtesy of The Oracles Failure can help you evolve. Lessons learned can motivate needed self-improvement. To develop a healthy appetite for failure, get uncomfortable with your inner self. Push yourself to overcome obstacles that you might otherwise avoid. Stay driven and intent on mastery. Once you’re comfortable being uncomfortable, you have a unique edge that most don’t. When you practice tackling obstacles head on, you’ll also learn your inner voice is often the biggest obstacle of all and not the actual actions necessary to achieve success. Pretty soon, you’ll look forward to failureâ€"knowing that there’s a better you on the other side.â€"Jason Hall, founder and CEO of FiveChannels; generated $17M+ in sales revenue for his clients in 2017 7. Tolerate ambiguity Shaun Rawls Courtesy of The Oracles Successful entrepreneurs all have one thing in common: a high tolerance for ambiguity. While most people take paths that lead to predictable outcomes, entrepreneurs trailblaze their own paths toward destinations that only exist in their hearts and minds. You must hold fast to your vision, regardless of how improbable, unproven, or uncertain the journey may be. As an entrepreneur, to create something that never previously existed, you risk what the rest of the world is unwilling to sacrifice: money, pride, and ego. Along the way, you’re constantly told “No,” “You can’t,” and, “That’s impossible.” Rather than letting uncertainty hurt your confidence, use uncertainty like fire to forge your resolve and accomplish what others said was impossible.â€"Shaun Rawls, lifelong entrepreneur, founder, and CEO of Rawls Consulting 8. Adaptability Michael Johnson Courtesy of The Oracles To be successful, you need to respond to the changing environment around you. Many business owners get stuck because they insist on maintaining status quo, even when people grow, regulations change, and markets fluctuate around them. Adaptability is key to successful relationships and living a balanced life. As the demands on your energy, time, knowledge, and physical and mental health grow with your professional journey, you need to be able to re-allocate and adjust your energy accordingly. I avoid getting stuck in a fixed mindset by reading, learning, studying, and hanging around people who think differently from me. By exposing myself to novel ideas and settings, I’m constantly honing my ability to adapt.â€"Michael Johnson, “The Mojo Master,” speaker, and mindset coach for professional athletes and elite entrepreneurs; follow Michael on Facebook Want to share your insights like those above in a future column? If you’re an experienced entrepreneur, please get in touch here. Want to suggest a future topic for these entrepreneurs to answer? Email suggestion@theoracles.com, and it’s very possible we’ll make your suggestion the focus of a future article! Follow The Oracles on Facebook.

3 Ways To Connect With Recruiters On LinkedIn - Work It Daily

3 Ways To Connect With Recruiters On LinkedIn - Work It Daily Doing a proactive job search has become a lot easier with social platforms like LinkedIn. Now you can not only view the job listing, but you can also easily find the recruiter who's leading the search.Reaching out to the recruiter is certainly a solid proactive job search strategy but like anything in life, there's a right and wrong way to do it. Here's the best way to connect with a recruiter on LinkedIn! Three Steps For Connecting With A Recruiter On LinkedIn 1.) Research Recruiter's Profile - Details matter! You may learn from the recruiter's LinkedIn profile that you attended the same university or once worked at the same company, just during different time periods. Anything you have in common with the recruiter could be a good way to break the ice.2.) Make A Connection Request - Use the simple 300-word connection request to introduce yourself to the recruiter. Mention something that you have in common and that you're interested in learning more about their career field and would love the opportunity to connect. Keep it simple, you don't want to overwhelm the recruiter.3.) Ask A Follow-Up Question - Once you're connected, send a follow-up note thanking them for the connection, mention that the job posting caught your attention, and ask them what's most important to them when considering a candidate for this position. This is a way to express your interest in the position while politely asking for their feedback. The key is not t o be pushy and frame it in a way where you're trying to make their job easier. What Do You Do If A Recruiter Doesn't Connect With You? via GIPHY If a recruiter doesn't respond to your connection request, it's best to just move on.There could be many reasons why the recruiter doesn't respond that have nothing to do with you. Being too aggressive about your connection request could actually damage your chances of getting your dream job. Make one request and if the recruiter doesn't respond, let it go.You can continue your proactive job search by searching LinkedIn for other professionals that work with the company you're interested in. Use the above steps to try to connect with them and perhaps they can give you tips that may help you land a job interview. This is not only a good way to run a proactive job search but it will also help you build your professional network. It's important to remember that if you have a strong LinkedIn profile it's possible that recruiters will reach out to you.Work It Daily can help you optimize your LinkedIn profile along with every other aspect of the job search process such as resume, cover letter and job interview preparation. Join today and have access to our tutorials and work one-on-one with our career growth experts. From Your Site Articles How To Reach Recruiters On LinkedIn - Work It Daily | Where ... 6 Things Recruiters Want To See On Your LinkedIn Profile - Work It ... 7 Steps To Building Relationships With Recruiters On LinkedIn ... Related Articles Around the Web Should You Connect With Recruiters on LinkedIn - Ask HR ... The Right Way to Network With a Recruiter | Glassdoor Blog How to Connect with Recruiters on LinkedIn to Get Results Have you joined our career growth club?Join Us Today!