5 Tips for Landing Your Dream JobFrom actual LinkedIn members who found theirs

1Recruiters are using LinkedIn as their primary source of recruiting passive candidates, and the more information you have on your profile, the better.

Jen Glawe, LinkedIn member

2Research the company as much as you can - check out their page on LinkedIn…Use LinkedIn to find someone in your network who knows someone at the company…and ask for an introduction.Greg Devine, LinkedIn member

3Make your profile reflect aspects of previous jobs you want to keep (or return to) doing…leave out the parts you wouldn't want to do again. That way prospective employers can “match” you better to positions they have available.Jeff Grover, LinkedIn member

4Write customized cover letters for each job you apply to. Employers DO read each and every one. Cover letters will make you stand out.Emma Chao, LinkedIn member

5My favorite job search tips are seeking out hiring managers and decision makers through the use of InMail and following up with personal notes and phone calls.Andy Bailer, LinkedIn member

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