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How to Use LinkedIn to Get the Job You Want

Start-to-Finish Guide for Building Your Online Profile and Applying for Jobs Using LinkedIn

Created byRichard Blazevich
4.6
(37 reviews)
IntermediateUpdated Apr 30, 2020
How to Use LinkedIn to Get the Job You Want

What You'll Learn

check_circleWrite a LinkedIn profile that recruiters and employers will notice
check_circleUse key-word-stuffing techniques to give your profile a competitive advantage
check_circleIdentify and leverage relevant experiences to feature on your profile
check_circleUse LinkedIn to apply for jobs in ways that will lead to you getting hired

About This Course

If you're stuck in a job you don't love or struggling to get noticed by employers, this course is for you. It will show you how to use LinkedIn to your advantage and stand out in a competitive job market. From building an eye-catching profile to using the right keywords and applying for jobs the smart way, this course covers everything you need to start getting real results.

Designed for beginners and those with little job-hunting experience, the course offers simple, step-by-step guidance to help you attract recruiters and land interviews. You’ll gain confidence using LinkedIn and develop the tools needed to take control of your career path.

Your Instructor

Richard Blazevich
Richard Blazevich

Author and Instructor for Job Search Courses

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Richard is an author and career development speaker. He specializes in teaching workshops and online classes about job hunting, resume writing, and interview skill building. During his 20-year career at PepsiCo, Richard led campus recruiting for one of the most successful marketing departments in world. While doing so, he has coached hundreds of college students to become successful job candidates. Richard has published 4 books about job hunting that are available on Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, and other websites that sell books.

Credit Information

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What Students Are Saying

4.6
Student's Choice
37 reviews

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