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DiscoCAFC
DiscoCAFC Posts: 1,762
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Just signed up to this as heard a friend of mine got a new job via LinkedIn.

Does anyone have any experience using this and got any jobs via that?

Currently in employment but looking for a new start.
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  • paulie8290
    paulie8290 Posts: 23,344
    I signed up for it a couple of years ago, but honestly it never helped me find employment
  • Saga Lout
    Saga Lout Posts: 6,845
    It's worth doing. It may have improved since paulie tried it - I get contacted about jobs through Linkedin all the time these days and got my last job through one of those contacts.
  • cafc999
    cafc999 Posts: 4,967
    I quit my job a few months ago and updated my status on it to 'Looking for a new opportunity' and I several messages within the first hour alone, the first one was literally two minutes after hitting the update button.
  • Covered End
    Covered End Posts: 51,995
    DiscoCAFC said:

    Just signed up to this as heard a friend of mine got a new job via LinkedIn.

    Does anyone have any experience using this and got any jobs via that?

    Currently in employment but looking for a new start.

    I thought UKIP had refused your resignation ?
  • Athletico Charlton
    Athletico Charlton Posts: 14,273
    Always get contacted through both for business opportunities and jobs.
  • bobmunro
    bobmunro Posts: 20,843
    Use it quite a lot for recruitment (me recruiting) - it does work.
  • Bryan_Kynsie
    Bryan_Kynsie Posts: 2,179
    Linkedin is widely used by recruitment consultants but it is generally true to say that you have to be active, join and contribute to groups etc, in order to raise your profile and attract attention. The savvy ones are always posting links to blogs etc and driving traffic to Twitter or even old-fashioned websites.

    I imagine Athletico, Saga and 999 have extensive networks on there. Its not a jobseeker's panacea.
  • Saga Lout
    Saga Lout Posts: 6,845
    Bryan_Kynsie said:

    Linkedin is widely used by recruitment consultants but it is generally true to say that you have to be active, join and contribute to groups etc, in order to raise your profile and attract attention. The savvy ones are always posting links to blogs etc and driving traffic to Twitter or even old-fashioned websites.

    I imagine Athletico, Saga and 999 have extensive networks on there. Its not a jobseeker's panacea.

    Nothing is, but every little helps Bryan and if you don't start now how will you ever build up an extensive network?
  • Athletico Charlton
    Athletico Charlton Posts: 14,273
    Bryan_Kynsie said:

    Linkedin is widely used by recruitment consultants but it is generally true to say that you have to be active, join and contribute to groups etc, in order to raise your profile and attract attention. The savvy ones are always posting links to blogs etc and driving traffic to Twitter or even old-fashioned websites.

    I imagine Athletico, Saga and 999 have extensive networks on there. Its not a jobseeker's panacea.

    True about me and of course a wide network is ultimately what you need, well pointed out.
  • CAFCsayer
    CAFCsayer Posts: 10,223
    Great tool if used correctly, think everyone should be on there.
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  • Pedro45
    Pedro45 Posts: 5,820
    edited May 2015
    It does work, and try to build your network as large as possible from people you know. Regularly check for suggestions on connections. Also join relevant groups. Keep your profile a little different to your CV, as employers do look at LinkedIn and will not want to see the exact wording you have in your CV profile here too. It's very much a "more you put in, the more you will get out" website.
  • All_Thaid_Up
    All_Thaid_Up Posts: 2,293
    Remember it's not Facebook! The amount of crap that gets posted these days has ruined what was meant to be a professional contact site.

    Also watch out for scammers who look real, I often get requests from 'CEO's' of banks but they are scams.

    If you are lucky maybe KM will accept you as a contact also :-)
  • Brendan_O_Connell
    Brendan_O_Connell Posts: 8,938
    paulie8290 said:

    I signed up for it a couple of years ago, but honestly it never helped me find employment

    Try and 'link in' with some recruitment consultants Paulie. You have to get the ball rolling mate, they may not just come to you. Put yourself out there a bit, you never know what may come of it.
  • MummysLittleSoldier
    MummysLittleSoldier Posts: 358
    edited May 2015
    Depends what industry you're in. From a banking/finance point of view, I think it's brilliant. Recruiters/former contacts able to get in touch with you in an instant and new opportunities can be presented without you trying too hard to look for them.

    As a side note, if you were already in, or looking to get in to banking/finance, try creating a profile on cityjobs.com or efinancialcareers.com - you can upload your CV and let recruiters come to you with various roles which may suit

    LinkedIn is essentially Facebook for employment and I couldn't recommend it anymore
  • CafcWest
    CafcWest Posts: 6,167
    Been on there for years. Almost mandatory if you work on contracts (freelance) as I do. Mostly use it to stay in touch with ex-colleagues/friends. I often ask them if they know of work openings when I'm changing contracts and have had lots of good leads. You need to build up networks and connect to as many people as you can. I have a rule though to only connect to people I actually know - with the only exception being recruitment consultants - who might help me find work! If you get any 'dodgy' requests from Banking CEOs then they are almost certainly spammers.
  • cafctom
    cafctom Posts: 11,365
    Great site, I've been using it for years. Actually got a few Charlton connections on there (Kim Grant, Johnnie Jackson, Peter Varney, Les Reed, Steve Brown to name a few)
  • cabbles
    cabbles Posts: 15,255
    edited May 2015
    Well worth getting on there. There's even a Charlton supporters group a few of us are on. They've really ramped up the commercial side recently though. I use it for lead sourcing, but now if you don't' pay for a premium account they limit the amount you can search etc.

    Also as others have mentioned there is a tremendous amount of shit going round on the timelines. Numerous photos of Richard Branson with associated business quotes

    You can link me if you like, I'm not precious about my contacts - Robert Sullivan, Expedite Business Development Consulting

    https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=174153293&trk=hp-identity-name
  • J BLOCK
    J BLOCK Posts: 8,310
    Main source for attracting talent to our business, right for some not right for others. Need to be used correctly though and it can be an essential tool in recruitment.
  • cafctom
    cafctom Posts: 11,365
    edited May 2015
    Also happy to connect with other Charlton fans for those who are on there:

    https://linkedin.com/in/tombristow
  • stonemuse
    stonemuse Posts: 34,000
    Been a member for a number of years. When I worked for another company, I just used it to keep up-to-date with my contacts.

    Now I work for myself, it is invaluable for obtaining new business. However, it is essential to have a strong list of contacts to make this work ... the more you have, the more contacts you will get from other sources.

    Also a member of the Charlton supporters group.
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  • IA
    IA Posts: 6,103
    What exactly do you talk about on there? I understand why freelancers use it, but if you work for a company, what can you say without giving away company information?
  • AFKABartram
    AFKABartram Posts: 57,825
    edited May 2015
    Wouldn't know where the start with it, only ever use it to see if names registering for on here are legit or spam
  • Cardinal Sin
    Cardinal Sin Posts: 5,233
    Personally only found people on the make pestering me or being nosey.
  • sunbury-addick
    sunbury-addick Posts: 1,929
    how do you join the Charlton group ?
  • IA
    IA Posts: 6,103
    sunbury-addick said:

    how do you join the Charlton group ?

    And is this a good way of networking with people in Liege?
  • TelMc32
    TelMc32 Posts: 9,050
    sunbury-addick said:

    how do you join the Charlton group ?

    Just type in "Supporters of Charlton Athletic" and search under "Groups".
  • sunbury-addick
    sunbury-addick Posts: 1,929
    TelMc32 said:

    sunbury-addick said:

    how do you join the Charlton group ?

    Just type in "Supporters of Charlton Athletic" and search under "Groups".
    OK ta
  • cabbles
    cabbles Posts: 15,255
    Cardinal Sin said:

    Personally only found people on the make pestering me or being nosey.

    It's difficult because some people are quite particular about their privacy. However with that as opposed to FB, if you have a profile and work in an industry/sector even education, you can increase your chances of knowing other people that can help you or make a good connection. For me it is (or was now they limit those with free accounts) a cracking tool for lead sourcing. I have to pitch all sorts of decision makers being in a sales role, a lot of companies have no name policies etc.

    My own rules are never really connect with someone unless you've spoken to them or have a reason too. I never just fire out random connection requests. I'm not too precious about who I connect with and will add most people unless they look really dodgy or of no use to me.

    My best way of lead sourcing sometimes is connecting with someone, then going through all their connections to find names of potential prospects. Only works if they have open connections though.

    The way I see it is the more you connect the more opportunity you have for business/referral/jobs whatever

    Love the way AFKA uses it to screen potential Lifers
  • donnyaddick
    donnyaddick Posts: 315
    I use it and quite like it, apart from the motivational quotes drivvle. Feel free to add me on https://uk.linkedin.com/pub/patrick-woods/33/385/987
  • RomseyAddick
    RomseyAddick Posts: 180
    Like @Cabbles I use it or lead sourcing and it's pretty much the most important tool I have for work,other than our CRM system.

    I've used it for job searches, making connections with recruiters in certain fields, I've kept in touch with old colleagues and friends through it too. As has been mentioned, it's a 'professional' version of FB, but there's far too much FB-type pictures being shared these days.

    Feel free to add me too - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/tbataylor

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