how to stand out in the job hunt: resume & linkedin secrets

How to Stand Out in the Job Hunt: LinkedIn & Resume Secrets by @EmilyMiethner of @FindSpark #FindSpark

How to Stand Out in the Job Hunt LinkedIn & Resume SecretsPresented by Emily Miethner, Founder, CEO


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Elements of a Stand Out Resume

! Clean, simple, readable

! Customized for the job (use words from description in bullets)

! Shows soft and hard skills through bullets

! Bullets are all original and show context, numbers, and results


Elements of a Stand Out LinkedIn

! Summary and experience are made relevant for your goals

! Lots of relevant keywords

! Rich media in multiple places

! Links to your website and easy to find contact information


Your questions answered:


How much detail should you include?

! Think about flexibility you need

! Not too much, because people scan and are busy/lazy

! Include things that matter

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Should you repeat bullets?

! No

! Be results and numbers orientated

! If you did similar things, pick the most impressive version

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Should I email recruiters my resume?

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! Whenever you can, find a connection

! Be specific and relevant


Are fancy resumes appropriate?

! They are better at events and emailed

! Make sure they are still clear

! Simple works - use a pop of color or a different font for your name

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What if I legally can’t share details?

! If you’re unsure, ask

! Give context in interviews, not on paper or online

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Is it important to share fun tidbits?

! Yes, because ultimately you’re hired by humans

! Show through projects, skills, volunteering, and interests

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How do I get recruiters to come to me?

! Include lots of keywords on LinkedIn

! Get recommendations (and do great work)

! Always be ready and up to date

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When do I apply if I’m still in school?

! Don’t hide when you’re graduating

! Apply anyway, unless it details their timeline and you don’t fit

! If the timing is wrong, connect on LinkedIn

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What’s involved in a good summary?

! What you’re doing, what you’ve done, something fun

! Why are you doing what you do? What’s your story?

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How do I break in with no contacts?

! Go to events and always have a business card (with LinkedIn on it)

! Let people see when they view your profile on LinkedIn

! Join LinkedIn groups

! Search alumni by industry and reach out

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How do I prove I want to work for you?

! Ask me questions that can’t be answered on the web

! Articulate WHY you want to work in the space and for me

! Make it clear that you’ll add value

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What do I put if I have no experience?

! Volunteer, start a blog, launch a side project

! Use college clubs and projects as experience

! sidehustle.me

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What other action can I take?

! Set a monthly reminder to update LinkedIn and your resume

! Research LinkedIn profiles of people you aspire to be like

! Network in and outside of your goal industry and field

! Share and engage with content on LinkedIn

! Create one giant resume Google Doc to which you only add

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Q&ASet a goalCome to Events


Sample Goals

! Post an article a day on LinkedIn

! Include numbers and results in at least one bullet in each job

! Add 20 new connections

! Max out your LinkedIn skills (get to 50)

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