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How to Create a Resume Profile and Look for Jobs on Monster

Job Hunting, Job Search, Monster, Resume

This article will teach you how to create a resume profile that recruiters will find and how to search for jobs on Monster

Monster is one of the original career sites and has built up a loyal following over the years. It is a good idea to create a resume profile and to search for jobs on Monster because many recruiters use it regularly.

Monster – http://www.monster.com/

Please note: Monster is always changing, so some information found in this chapter may change over time.

How to Create a Resume Profile on Monster

To increase the chances of recruiters finding your resume on Monster, it is important to create an effective profile. Let’s go through the steps to creating an effective profile on Monster.

Step 1 – Go to https://www.monster.com/ and hit the Post a Resume icon at the top middle. This will take you to a page where you can upload your resume.

Step 2 – Hit the Upload Your Resume icon in the middle of the page. It will take you to a page asking for your email and to set up a password. Also, it gives you the option: “Email me career-related Monster updates and job opportunities.” Check Yes to be sent job alerts. It will also ask: “Email me Monster partner offers and promotions.” For this, check No so that you do not get unrelated solicitations. Then hit Register.

Step 3 – The next page asks for the following information: First Name, Last Name, Country, ZIP Code, Current Career Level, Education level. You should fill in all the info and use the drop-down menus to choose the options that most fit your background.

Step 4 – Next, you will be asked for more information in the following categories: Resume Name, Desired Job Title, Most Recent Job Title, Most Recent Employer, Work Authorization for US, Make My Resume Searchable by Employers, Make My Resume Searchable by Diversity Employers, Give Me a FREE Resume Critique, Upload an Existing Resume or Create a Monster Resume. Let’s break these down one at a time.

a) Resume Name – Give your resume a name. Keep it simple and focused on your name and job title. For example, Joe Smith Retail Store Manager. Remember that potential employers are going to see this.

b) Desired Job Title – List the desired job you are looking for.

c) Most Recent Job Title – List your most recent job title.

d) Most Recent Employer – List the last employer you worked for.

e) Work authorization for US – If you work in the US, pick one of the drop-down choices that most closely describes your situation.

f) Make My Resume Searchable by Employers – Select Yes so employers can find your resume in the database.

g) Make My Resume Searchable by Diversity Employers – Select Yes if you fall under a diversity category.

h) Give Me a FREE Resume Critique – Select No. If you’ve followed my tips for writing an effective resume, your resume should be fine.

i) Upload an Existing Resume or Create a Monster Resume – Upload a resume. This saves time; plus, you already have a great resume. After uploading your resume, you’ll be taken to the next page and will move on to Step 5.

Step 5 – This page allows you to add more information into your resume profile. My advice is to fill out as much as you can to increase your chances of being found by recruiters.

The following is information on these different areas.

a) View Resume – Before posting, you can make sure your uploaded resume looks good by clicking View Resume in the top corner.

b) Resume Visibility – You have 3 visibility choices: Visible to Recruiters, Limited, or Private. Keep it visible.

c) Your Profile Info – In this section, most of the areas have been pre-populated with information from your resume or from what you have already filled in. These areas include: Most Recent Job Title, Most Recent Employer, ZIP Code, Work Authorization for US, Current Career Level, Current Education Level. Check to make sure everything is filled out correctly.

d) Your Ideal Position – You’ll be asked if your pre-populated search title is correct. If yes, then keep it the way it is. You will also be asked about your minimum to maximum salary preferences. I recommend keeping salary blank so as not to lose out on salary-based roles.

e) Work Industries – If there are specific industries you want to work in, such as healthcare, the choose the option that matches your industry. You have 2 options for this section.

f) Job Occupations – This section allows you to select two job titles that you are looking for. In most cases, this is useful, so fill in the job titles that match the jobs you’re searching for.

g) Job Location – Your location is based on the ZIP Code/postal code you pre-selected. If you are open to other locations, click the I’m Interested in Other Locations button. From the drop-down selection, choose the locations where you would be willing to work.

h) Desired Job Type – Choose the type of job you are looking for: Employee, Intern, Temporary/Contract/Project, Seasonal.

i) Desired Job Status – Choose what job status you want: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Per Diem.

j) Are you willing to relocate? – Choose Yes if you would be willing to move for a new job. If you do not want to relocate, choose No.

k) Are you willing to travel? – From the drop-down menu, select the amount of time you would travel for a job: No Travel Required, Up to 25%, Up to 50%, Up to 75%, and Up to 100%.

l) What languages do you speak? – Select the languages you speak and at what level of fluency. If the language you speak is not listed, you can add it by clicking Add Language. Some companies value and are looking for multilingual candidates, so I recommend selecting all the languages you speak.

m) Have you served in the military? – If you served in the military, select the option that reflects your background.

n) Do you have security clearance? – If you have a security clearance, select what clearance you have.

o) What is your citizenship? – Choose your citizenship status.

p) When are you available to start? – From the drop-down menu, select when you can start a new role.

q) Hit the Save Settings icon at the bottom of the page and your selections will be saved.

Looking for Jobs on Monster

It is important to search for jobs on Monster every day, since not all jobs will show up in your job alerts. Below are the steps to look for a job on Monster.

Step 1 – Go to http://www.monster.com/ and hit the Find Jobs icon in the top right corner. Click the Advanced Search option in the drop-down menu. This will bring you to the Advanced Search page

Step 2 – In the Advanced Search page, generate a job search using the following criteria: Job Titles, Companies, Location, Job Type, Posting Date. Below you will find information for each.

a) Job Titles – Choose the job titles you want to search for. You can search for more than one by clicking Add Another Job Title.

b) Companies – Select Jobs by Companies if there are specific companies you would like to work for. You also have the option to add more than one company by hitting Add Another Company. Unless there are specific companies you are looking to target, I would keep this blank.

c) Location – This allows you to search for jobs based on city, state or ZIP Code.

d) Job Type – Select what type of job type you are looking for, such as Full Time, Contract, Part Time, Internship, Temp, and Other. You can select more than one option.

e) Posting Date – This section allows you to narrow or expand a job search based on how long a job has been open. Select one of these options: Any Date, Today, Yesterday, Last 3 Days, Last 7 Days, Last 14 Days, or Last 30 days. When you first start looking for jobs, keep your search open by choosing Any Date. After you have done a few searches and have already found all the older jobs, change the Posting Date to Today so only recent jobs will show up in the search.

Step 3 – Click the Search for Jobs button. A list of jobs based on your search criteria will appear. Some jobs will let you apply via your existing Monster resume or will take you to the employer’s website to complete an application.

Conclusion

As Monster has such an established recruiter clientele, it is recommended that you follow this chapter’s advice as closely as possible. By creating a Monster resume that employers will find, creating alerts to stay up-to-breast on new job openings, and looking for jobs regularly on Monster, you’ll increase your chances of landing a job.

How to Create an Effective Cover Letter

Cover Letter, Job Hunting, Job Search, Resume

The Following Post Will Give You Information on How to Create an Effective Cover Letter

Creating an effective cover letter is an essential part of the job-hunting process. If your cover letter is not effective, you might lose out on potential job opportunities. So how do you create an effective cover letter?

How to Create an Effective Cover Letter

The purpose of a cover letter is to sell yourself to recruiters and/or hiring managers and to entice them to look at your resume. There are 5 main components of a cover letter, and they are:

Part 1: The hiring manger’s contact name and company info

Below is a properly formatted example of this part. Remember to include the date. Whenever possible, refer to the hiring manager by name.

July 22, 2019

Attention: Michael Jones
Acme Corporation
1234 Acme Acres
Tampa Florida, 33605

Dear Michael Jones,

Part 2: Introduction

This is your introductory statement to potential hiring managers.  It should be one paragraph and contain: the job you are applying for (including the job number if there is one), where you saw the job (newspaper, online, a job board, etc.), and why you are qualified for the role. Below is an example.

I am very interested in your position as an Account Manager, which was listed on CareerBuilder, job # 1234, and would like to submit my application for your approval. With over 5 years of experience hitting sales targets for your competitor, Oink Corporation, I would be an ideal candidate for your position. My key areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, the following:

 Part 3: Your 5 major selling points

 In this section, which is a continuation of part 3, list in bullet points the top 5 reasons why you are qualified for the role. This is the most important section for the cover letter; it should shine a spotlight on why you are good for the role. To draw attention to this part, it is a good idea to bold the points. Note the following example.

  • Hit 120% of sales quota by producing over 10 million dollars in revenue.
  • Top 10 account manager in the company for Revenue Quota in 2017.
  • Successfully developed new business by landing 12 major accounts.
  • Executed creative business development techniques to define and develop potential new customers within the specialty wholesale pharmacy market.
  • Made 2017 Sales Club.

 Part 4: Conclusion

 Your concluding statement ties the whole cover letter together, emphasizing why you are qualified for the role. Don’t forget to say thank you, and repeat your name and contact info. Below is a good sample conclusion.

With all my experience, I would be a great asset to your organization.

Thank you,

 

Fred Smith
Tel: (111) 111-1111
Email: name@gmail.com

Other Cover Letter Tips:

  1. Do not send a cover letter unless asked to do so. Cover letters are not always needed when applying for a job. If a job application does not ask for a cover letter, there is no need to send one.
  2. Delivery of cover letter. The most common delivery method is uploading to a company’s website. The second most common delivery method for a cover letter is via email. Via email, a hiring manager/recruiter will give you instructions as to which method they would prefer to have your cover letter delivered.
  3. Subject line when sending via email. Don’t forget the subject line when sending a cover letter via email. If you are not given a set email delivery format, reference the job you are applying for (including job number) in the subject line. For example: re: Reference to Account Manager Job opening – Job # 1234
  4. Keep it brief and to the point. If you are too wordy, hiring managers will skip your resume. Use your cover letter to quickly highlight your skills and make the hiring manager want to interview you.
  5. Customize your cover letter to the role you are applying for. It is very important that your cover letter be customized for every job you apply for and be focused on your skills that match the job you are applying for.
  6. Bold keywords. To draw attention to key points in your cover letter, bold keywords, such as the job you are applying for, the job number you are applying for, your 5 bullet points, your name, the hiring manager’s name and company info.
  7. Use proper spelling and grammar. It goes without saying that your cover letter should be free of errors.

Putting it all together: what a finished cover letter should look like

July 22, 2019

Attention: Michael Jones
Acme Corporation
1234 Acme Acres
Tampa Florida, 33605

Dear Michael Jones,

I am very interested in your position as an Account Manager, which was listed on CareerBuilder, job # 1234, and would like to submit my application for your approval. With over 5 years of experience hitting sales targets for your competitor, Oink Corporation, I would be an ideal candidate for your position. My key areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, the following:

 

  • Hit 120% of sales quota by producing over 10 million dollars in revenue.
  • Top 10 account manager in the company for Revenue Quota in 2017.
  • Successfully developed new business by landing 12 major accounts.
  • Executed creative business development techniques to define and develop potential new customers within the specialty wholesale pharmacy market.
  • Made 2017 Sales Club.

 

With all my experience, I would be a great asset to your organization.

Thank you,

Fred Smith
Tel: (111) 111-1111
Email: name@gmail.com

 

 

 

 

How to Look for Jobs on Google

Google, Job Hunting, Job Search, Resume

This Article Will Give You Information On How to Look for Jobs on Google

Google – https://www.google.com/

Please note: Google is always changing their format so some tips may change over time.

If you were to survey most job seekers, one of the first places they might start their job search is Google.

What is a Search Engine?

A search engine is a website that sorts websites by how relevant they are to a person’s search.

There are many search engines, such as Google, Yahoo, Bing, DuckDuckGo, and more. Any of these search engines can be used to find jobs. Currently, Google is the best search engine when looking for jobs so this article will focus on Google.

Positives and Negatives of Looking for Jobs in Search Engines

The positive: there are jobs found on search engines that may not be found on job boards and other job search tools.

The negative: sometimes a search engine will bring up irrelevant information or unrelated paid ads that could end up costing you valuable time. To help ensure you get relevant results, use Boolean techniques to improve the quality of your search. The following section explains how to use this technique.

Boolean Search Commands

If you are not familiar with Boolean, it involves using sequences of word commands in search engines to find information. Boolean can help you find information faster and more accurately. Below you will learn how to use basic Boolean, which can be applied to search for jobs on Google and other search engines.

Basic Boolean Commands

The first step in mastering Boolean is to understand basic Boolean commands. There are eight main basic Boolean operators: AND, OR, NOT, near, brackets, quotations, site, and inurl.
1. AND – This command links two things together when doing a search. For example: C++ AND capital markets. This would prompt a search of C++ and capital markets together. This is a good way to add things to a search.

2. OR – This command can link words together when doing a search. For example: RN OR Registered Nurse. This would prompt a search for either RN or Registered Nurse. This is a good time-saver because some things can be searched two ways and OR helps you do that at the same time.

3. NOT – This command means you want to exclude a specific word when doing a search. For example, you want to search for the word engineer but want to exclude the word engineering. For this search, you would type: engineer NOT engineering. This is a good way to exclude things from a search.

4. Near – This command means you want words to appear near each other. For example: ICU near nurse. If the words ICU and nurse are found close together on a website, this command will find them in a search. This search is great at finding things that go together that might not appear side by side.

5. Brackets – ( ) – This command will focus the search on whatever word is placed in brackets. For example: (J2EE). By putting J2EE in brackets, the focus of the search will be on J2EE.

6. Quotations – “ ” – This command finds exact, word-for-word phrases. For example, if you want to find only Pharmaceutical Sales Representative jobs, you would type “Pharmaceutical Sales Representative” in the Google search box.

7. site: – Limits your search to one domain. For example: site:LinkedIn.

8. inurl: – Limits your search to words found in a URL. For example, if you wanted to find resume websites, you would type: inurl:resume.

Google’s Aggregation of Other Job Sites

A new feature Google started in 2017 was the aggregation of jobs with their partnered job sites. Basically, Google, with their partnered job sites, lists jobs when you type in keywords. For example, if you type “sales job Kentucky” into the Google search box, one of the first things you’ll see will be sales jobs in Kentucky from Google’s partnered job sites.

Ways to Look for Jobs on Google

To help you make better use of Google to find jobs, following are three sample searches of different professions, using both simple searches and more complex Boolean commands. The simple search will be easier to use but the Boolean commands will pull up more relevant information. See the examples below and use them as a template to search for your own job by replacing keywords, titles, and locations.

1. Looking for a Teaching job in Anchorage, Alaska
a) Simple search – Type in the Google search bar: teaching jobs in Anchorage.
b) Complex search – Type in the Google search bar: Teacher or Teaching (job or jobs or career or opening or openings) near Anchorage Alaska.

2. Looking for a Java or J2EE Developer job in Toronto, Canada
a) Simple search – Type in the Google search bar: Java Developer job in Toronto Canada.
b) Complex search – Type in the Google search bar: (job or jobs or career or opening or openings) (“software developer” OR “software engineer” OR programmer OR “software design engineer”) (near Toronto) (Java OR j2EE)

3. Looking for a CFO job in a hospital but not at a home health or Rehabilitation center.
a) Simple search – Type in the Google search bar: CFO jobs hospital.
b) Complex search – Type in the Google search bar: CFO or “Chief Financial Officer” AND (job or jobs or career or opening or openings) AND (Hospital or Health System) NOT (“Home Health” and Rehabilitation”).

Conclusion

Google is the largest search engine and many jobs can be found by using this tool, so it’s a good idea to use Google regularly to search for jobs. In addition, if you learn how to use Boolean effectively, you might find jobs other job seekers will not and will have less competition.

How to Look for Jobs on Glassdoor

Glassdoor, Indeed, Interview Questions, Job Hunting, Job Search, LinkedIn, Resume

This Article will Show you How to Look for Jobs on Glassdoor.

As well it will give you more information on how to use Glassdoor to review potential employers.

What is Glassdoor

Glassdoor (https://www.glassdoor.com/index.htm) is the top employee review website. Current or past employees give reviews about their experiences working for a particular organization. A company is given a rating from 1 to 5, with 5 being high and 1 being low. Along with the reviews, employees can make comments. Not only is Glassdoor a company review site, but it is also a job aggregator because it lists many job openings employers have posted, including sponsored jobs.

Because Glassdoor is one of the fastest-growing job aggregators, it is important to look for jobs on this site. In this article, you will learn how to look for jobs on Glassdoor.

Please note: Glassdoor is always changing their format so some steps may change over time.

How to Create a Profile on Glassdoor

Step 1 – Go to https://www.glassdoor.com. Click the Sign In button found at the top. A box will pop up and below the box you will see: Don’t have an account? Sign Up. Click Sign Up.

Step 2 – At the sign-up page, enter your email and create a password then click Create Your Account.

Step 3 – On this new page, enter your job title and location and hit Continue. A new box will pop up which prompts you to fill in more info, including employer name and company, and to upload your resume. After you do all this, click Continue.

Step 4 – The next page will ask you to rate a company. You can skip this by hitting Skip for Now.

Step 5 – The new page will ask for more information, such as Salary Details, Job Details, Gender, and Are you a current or former employee? I recommend skipping these things, as some of it is too personal. You can do this by hitting Skip.

Step 6 – Go to your email to verify your account by hitting Activating Account. This will allow you to set up job alerts and apply to some jobs with a quick apply.

How to Look for Jobs on Glassdoor

Step 1 – Go to https://www.glassdoor.com and click Jobs in the top left corner.

Step 2 – On the jobs page, you can search for jobs 3 different ways: Job Title, Keywords or Company; Location; Jobs. Below you will find more info on each.

a) Title, Keywords or Company – Search for jobs either by job title, keywords, or company. I recommend company.
b) Location – You search for jobs by location by typing the name of the city where you are looking for a job.
c) Jobs – In the drop-down, you are given a choice of searching by Jobs, Companies, Salaries or Interviews. You should choose Jobs as that is what you want to search for.

Step 4 – After hitting the green Submit button at the top right, you will be taken to a new page where the job openings generated by your search will appear. Apply to the jobs you are interested in. On this page, you’ll also be given the option to set up job alerts. Click the Job Alerts icon to be notified about jobs similar to those you just searched for.

How to Use Glassdoor to Review Potential Employers

Make use of the employer reviews Glassdoor provides. Reviews will help you determine if a potential employer would be good to work for or not. Here’s how to look up employer reviews.

Step 1 – Go to https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/index.htm

Step 2 – On this page, you can search for reviews by company and location. In the search bar, type in the company you’re investigating, then click Search. On the next page, the results of your search will pop up. You can look at the company’s overall rating as well as more in-depth information about the company, such as Overview, Reviews, Jobs, Salaries, Interviews, Benefits.

Conclusion

More and more job openings are being posted on Glassdoor. Therefore, it is advantageous to make use of this tool in your job search. In addition, Glassdoor is a great source for checking company reviews and other valuable information, such as salaries and benefits.

How to Look for Jobs on Facebook

Facebook, Job Hunting, Job Search, Resume

This Article will Show you How to Look for Jobs on Facebook.

You’ll also learn what information to add to your profile so that you will pop up on recruiters’ radars.

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/

Facebook is the largest social media site, with over 2 billion active users and growing.

Most job seekers already have a Facebook profile but do not realize that they can search for jobs on Facebook. Having a detailed Facebook profile also increases the likelihood of recruiters finding you and sending you ads about jobs.

Please note: Facebook’s format is constantly changing; therefore, there is a chance the information in this article could change over time.

Searching for Job Ads on Facebook

Facebook has a new feature that allows some users to look for jobs. It is quite a new feature so the search might be limited, but it is still worth seeing what job ads are out there. Below you will find the steps to look for a job on Facebook.

Step 1 – Go to https://www.facebook.com/jobs.

Step 2 – On the Jobs page, you can search for jobs based on the city you have listed on your Facebook profile. You can search for jobs by clicking Industry, Job Type, or by typing in keywords in the search bar in the top left corner. The search results will pop up and, if you find a job you like, select Apply Now and you will be taken to the company’s landing page to apply for the job.

Looking for Jobs in Facebook Groups

Another place to look for jobs on Facebook is in Facebook groups. Many professions have set up groups on Facebook where, in some cases, jobs are posted by recruiters, hiring managers, and even helpful members of your profession. You can find groups and search for jobs in them in 2 easy steps.

Step 1 – Login to your Facebook account and type your profession in the top search bar. For example, if you are a nurse you would type “nurse.” Different nurse-themed Facebook pages will be shown, and scrolling down, you will find Groups for Nurses. The best group to join might be one geared towards jobs, such as Nurse Jobs. Most professions have groups like this. Press Join to join the group.

Step 2 – After you get a notification that you are approved, you can look to see if the group has threads about jobs. If it does, look for the ones that interest you and apply. Not all groups have posts about jobs. If they do not, you can leave the group.

Post that You Are Looking for a Job

In your group, unless it restricts posts, you can try posting that you are looking for a job. Recruiters, hiring managers, and members of your profession might see your post and send you job ads, or refer you to people they know who have job openings.

Make sure that your post is simple and to the point, for example: “Looking for a new role as an RN in Philadelphia. If someone knows of any roles, please let me know.”

How to Get More Ads about Jobs on Your Facebook Feed

Have you ever gotten ads on your Facebook feed? Many people get targeted ads based on their Facebook profile.

Ads about jobs are no different. Some recruiters will set up ads targeted to a certain audience. By selecting specific job titles and companies, their ad will be sent to Facebook profiles that match those keywords. For example, if a recruiter was looking to reach Java Developers in San Jose, they would set up a Facebook ad with the keywords “San Jose”, “Java” and “developer.” Facebook users who live near San Jose and have the words “Java” and “developer” in their profiles would get that ad on their feed.

How do you add keywords to your Facebook profile so that you will be selected to receive job ads?

Step 1 – Go to your Facebook page and click on the About icon at the top.

Step 2 – In the About page, fill in more information about yourself, specifically: education, job titles, and companies where you have worked.

Help Recruiters Find Your Facebook Page

Help recruiters find your Facebook profile by listing all your job titles and companies you’ve worked for. Recruiters often search for job candidates by using companies and job titles as keywords, so having these in your Facebook profile increases the chances of them finding you. Then they might contact you about jobs by emailing you on Facebook or finding your contact information.

Conclusion

Facebook is more than just a fun social media site; it can also be a great tool to look for jobs. Remember to increase your visibility by including your job history and education in your profile. Recruiters and employers just might send you ads about job opportunities.

How to Look for Jobs on Indeed

Glassdoor, Indeed, Interview Questions, Job Hunting, Job Search, LinkedIn, Resume, Uncategorized

The Following Article will Outline How to Look for a Job on Indeed.

Indeed – http://www.indeed.com/

Because Indeed lists more jobs than any other job site, it is crucial that you look on Indeed when you are looking for a job. You also need to correctly use the Search tool. Indeed offers both basic and advanced searches; using these effectively will help you find the jobs you’re looking for.

Let’s go step-by-step through both basic and advanced searches.

Please note: Indeed’s format is constantly changing; therefore, there is a small chance the information in this article could change over time.

How to Do Basic Searches

Indeed makes basic searches super easy. Go to the Find Jobs section. There you will find two search bars. One is What, which is the job title you are looking for. The other is Where, the location where you want to work. Enter the job you are looking for in What and the job location in Where and click the Find Jobs button. Different jobs will pop up. Apply for the ones that meet your criteria.

How to Do Advanced Job Searches

The difference between basic and advanced job search is the ability of the advanced to look up jobs with more defined criteria. In many cases I recommend this as you can be very exact in what you are looking for avoiding jobs that do not match what you are looking for. Below you will find step by step how to use the advances job search function.

Step 1 – On the Find Jobs page, click Advanced Job Search, found in right middle corner beneath the Find Jobs button.

Step 2 – On the advanced job search page, you will find the following categories: With All of These Words, With the Exact Phrase, With At Least One of These Words, With None of These Words, With These Words in the Title, From This Company, Show Jobs of Type, Show Jobs From, Salary Estimate, Location, Age, & Display. Below you will find information on how to use each of these categories.

A) With All of These Words – This category is for searching key words. For example, if you were looking for a C# developer job, you might enter the key word “C#.”

B) With the Exact Phrase – Use this category when you want to find a specific job title or kind of job. For example, enter the exact phrase “entry level” if you are looking for an entry level job.

C) With At Least One of These Words –Use this category if you’re looking for a certain type of job, but the key words don’t have to be in any particular order. For example, if you were looking for jobs only in the pharmaceutical industry, choose this option and enter “pharmaceutical” into the search box.

D) With None of These Words – This category helps you narrow down your search by eliminating jobs that contain an unwanted word. For example, if you are looking for a customer service job but do not want one that requires a quota, you would type “quota” and no jobs with the word quota in the description will pop up.

E) With These Words in the Title – Using this option, you can look for jobs with key words in the title. For example, if you were looking for an accountant job in accounts payable you might type “accounts payable” to ensure those jobs pop up in the search results.

F) From This Company – In this search option, you can search for jobs being posted by a specific company. For example, if you wanted to work for the Acme Corporation, you would type that in the search. For the most part, I would not recommend using this category because it will greatly limit your search.

G) Show Jobs of Type – This is a drop-down menu which gives you the option of choosing the type of job you are interested in: All Job Types, Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Internship, Temporary.

H) Show Jobs From – This is a drop-down menu which gives you the choice of what sites you are interested in looking for jobs on: All Web Sites, Job Boards Only, and Employer Web Sites Only. For the most part, I would keep it open by selecting All Web Sites because you will have access to more jobs.

I) Salary Estimate – In this section, select a yearly salary range, such as $50,000 or $40K-$90K. For the most part, I would not recommend putting anything in this section because many companies do not include salary in their job listings.

J) Location – Select the location of the job you are searching for, either by city or ZIP Code/postal code. From a drop-down menu, select how far of a commute from the location you are willing to do: Only In, Within 5 Miles of, Within 10 Miles of, Within 15 Miles of, Within 25 Miles of, Within 50 Miles of. For example, if you are looking for a job within a 15-mile radius of Milwaukee, Wisconsin you would select from the drop-down Within 15 Miles of and enter “Milwaukee, WI” in the location box. If you wanted a more exact search, type in a ZIP Code/postal code and select Within 15 Miles of in the drop-down.

K) Age – For this section, select from a drop-down how old a job you want to search for. In other words, how long that job has been posted. The drop-down choices are: Anytime, Within 15 Days, Within 7 Days, Within 3 Days, Since Yesterday, Since My Last Visit. When you first start using the tool, I recommend choosing Anytime. When you have done a few advanced searches and have seen many of the old jobs, then change to Yesterday or Since My Last Visit to only be shown new jobs.

L) Display & Relevance/Date – These sections allow you to choose how many jobs you want to see per page and how you’d like them displayed, by relevance or date the job was posted. Relevance will show you jobs that are the most relevant to your search criteria; therefore, it is recommended.

How to Create Job alerts on Indeed

Like most job boards, Indeed allows you to create job alerts so that you can be notified daily about job opportunities. Indeed sends job alerts based on searches you have done. For instance, if you search for “Teacher in Hartford,” you will be sent similar jobs in your alert. You can set up job alerts in two easy steps.

Step 1 – Click your email icon in the top right corner. In the drop-down menu, choose My Subscriptions.

Step 2 – On the Subscriptions page, it asks if you would like to receive daily emails. Select Get a Daily Email with Recommended Jobs. You will also be given the option of receiving other marketing emails. I would not check this because you will receive emails about non-relevant jobs and other solicitations.

Quick Apply Job on Indeed

The great thing about Indeed is the ability to quick apply for jobs. Some jobs allow you to apply by simply clicking the job and then hitting the Apply button. Quick apply uses your Indeed resume profile instead of having to go through a long application process, saving a ton of time. It also allows you to apply for many jobs in a short amount of time.

Conclusion

By following the advice given in this article, a job seeker will be able to create effective Indeed profiles and apply for jobs on the world’s largest job platform.

How to Look for Jobs on LinkedIn

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This Article will Show you How to Look for Jobs on LinkedIn

LinkedIn is one of the most important places to look for a job. The following article will outline the different ways to look for a job on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/

Please note: LinkedIn is constantly changing its format. Therefore, there is a small chance the information in this article could change over time.

LinkedIn Job Alerts

The easiest and fastest way to search for a job on LinkedIn is to create job alerts. The steps to do this are outlined below.

Step 1. Log into your LinkedIn account and find the jobs icon (in the top middle). Click the jobs icon. This will bring you to the Jobs page.

Step 2. On the Jobs page, hit the Search icon in the right upper corner. This will bring you to the Search page.

Step 3. In the left corner, you will see options to set for your job alerts. They include Location, Company, Date Posted, Experience Level, Industry, & Job Function. Below is info on each option.

a) Location – For this section, I recommend choosing the main city near your home.

b) Company – I recommend keeping this section blank, as listing companies might limit your search.

c) Date Posted – Click “anytime” to expand your search to all jobs listed.

d) Experience level – Select the option that reflects your current experience level. For example, if you are new grad, click Entry Level. You can also select more than one level.

e) Industry – If you work in a specific industry, like healthcare, select that industry. If you do not work in a specific industry, keep it open. If you do not see your industry, hit Add and enter your profession. If you do not see your profession, keep it blank. You can also select more than one industry.

f) Job Function – For this section, select your job function. For example, if you work in accounting, select accounting. If you do not see your job function, hit Add and type your job function. Try to find the closest match to your skill set. You can also select more than one job function.

Step 4. Hit Create Job Alert and all your selections will populate. Choose how often you want LinkedIn to send you emails about jobs. I recommend daily alerts so you do not miss opportunities. You also have the option of getting both email and mobile alerts. I would recommend both. After hitting Save you should start receiving job alerts.

How to Search for Job Postings

Job alerts are a great way to find jobs on LinkedIn, but you could miss out on some jobs because they will not show up on alerts. Therefore, check LinkedIn daily for jobs to apply for. Here’s how to find and apply for jobs:

Step 1 – Log into your LinkedIn account and in the top middle, you will find the Jobs icon. Click on the Jobs icon. This will bring you to the job page.

Step 2 – On the Jobs page, in the top right corner, you will find two search bars. In the first search bar, you can search for jobs by typing in job titles, keywords, and companies. In the second search bar, found to the right of the first search bar, you can search for jobs by location: city, state, postal code or country.

Step 3 – After typing in your keywords, jobs will populate and in most cases, you can apply for them with one click using Easy Apply. When you choose Easy Apply, you apply using your LinkedIn profile. In some cases, when you click on the job, you will either be taken to the employer’s website or asked to fill out an application.

How to Find Jobs on LinkedIn Groups

Many job seekers ignore groups on LinkedIn, which could potentially lead them to miss out on jobs. The benefit of joining groups is that some recruiters post jobs directly to groups. To find jobs in groups, follow these steps.

Step 1 – Log into your LinkedIn account. In the upper right corner you will find the Work icon. Click that icon; you will find the Groups icon in the drop-down menu. Click Groups and it will bring you to your Group pages.

Step 2 – On the top of the Groups page, click My Groups in the center. This will pull up all the groups you belong to.

Step 3 – Hit one of your groups and it will take you to that group’s page.

Step 4 – In that group’s page, a third of the way down, in small writing you will find the word Job. It is found just below the Start a Conversation with your group section. Please note: it is in small writing so look for it carefully. Hit the Job icon and it will take you to a page that lists job postings by recruiters.

Step 5 – Look through the jobs and click the jobs you are interested in. Once you select a job, the recruiter will provide instruction on how to apply, such as sending a resume or applying online. Also, some groups have job alerts that you can receive via email.

Looking for Jobs in Your Feed Section

The final way to look for jobs on LinkedIn is to look for jobs on your LinkedIn feed. Many recruiters post jobs on their LinkedIn feed to advertise their jobs for free. This is probably the least effective way to look for jobs on LinkedIn, as it can be very time consuming and hit-and-miss in terms of effectiveness. There still could be value in looking for jobs on your feed, but don’t spend your whole day looking. To look for jobs on your feed, simply scroll down on your LinkedIn main page and look for postings about jobs. Usually, the recruiter will have a link to apply for the job or provide contact info to learn more about the role.

Conclusion

LinkedIn provides 4 distinct ways to look for and find jobs: receiving job alerts, looking for jobs through the LinkedIn job posting sections, in groups, and on the LinkedIn main feed section. By taking advantage of all four of these job search avenues, you will find more jobs to apply for.

How to Create a LinkedIn Profile that Stands Out Part 3

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Part 3 in a 3 Part Series on How to Create a LinkedIn Profile that Stands

Continuing from Part 1 & 2, we will continue to show you how to create a LinkedIn Profile that Stands Out.

Please note LinkedIn’s format is constantly changing; therefore, there is a small chance the information in this article could change over time.

Click Part 1 by clicking this link – https://www.eliteproresume.com/2019/06/06/how-to-create-a-linkedin-profile-that-stands-out-part-1/

Click Part 2 by clicking this link – https://www.eliteproresume.com/2019/06/11/how-to-create-a-linkedin-profile-that-stands-out-part-2/

Be Honest and Use Proper Spelling and Grammar

Like your resume and cover letter, make sure your LinkedIn profile is edited properly for spelling and grammar. And just like your resume, do not lie about your skills, titles, and companies where you have worked.

Get Endorsements on LinkedIn

Endorsements give you credibility, so it is recommended you ask many former colleagues to give you positive endorsements. Think of using services based on Yelp reviews or buying products on Amazon based on positive reviews. Your LinkedIn recommendations work like Yelp or Amazon reviews. Aren’t you more likely to use a service that has good Yelp reviews? And don’t you often base a purchase decision on positive Amazon reviews? In the same way, if you include positive endorsements in your LinkedIn profile, potential employers may be more inclined to contact you.

If you have a good relationship with a former colleague and they are on LinkedIn, there is a good chance they will give you a recommendation. To ask for recommendations, go to https://www.linkedin.com/recs/received. Click the top middle column, Ask for Recommendations. A pop-up menu will appear, which asks the following questions:

1. What do you want to be recommended for?
The drop-down menu will list the roles and companies you worked for. Select the role/title you want to be recommended for.

2. Who do you want to ask?
Select who you want to ask for a recommendation from your LinkedIn contacts. Please note: it’s a good idea to ask your contacts ahead of time if they are willing to give you a recommendation.

3. What’s your relationship?
From a drop-down menu of choices, select what your relationship is or was with the person you are asking to recommend you. The second part of this section has a drop-down menu which asks, What was the person’s position at the time? Select the role they had when they worked with you.

4. Write your message
Using the template provided by LinkedIn, write an InMail asking for their recommendation. Don’t forget to include a subject line.

Connect with People to Expand Your Network

A great way to grow your network on LinkedIn and increase your chances of being seen by more recruiters is to connect with many people. Here are some tips on how to expand your network:

1. Upload your contacts into LinkedIn to see if any are on LinkedIn and then connect with them. You can upload Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook contacts, and even excel spreadsheets, to LinkedIn. These contacts will be sent an InMail inviting them to connect. Also, your non-LinkedIn contacts will be given the option to join LinkedIn and connect.
2. Look up people you have worked with, friends, and family and invite them to connect. Click the search icon found on the top of your main page and type the name you are looking for. You will be shown a list of names along with the option to connect.
3. Look up recruiters, especially those in your profession, and send them invites to connect. Most recruiters will accept your invitation. To find recruiters, type “recruiter” in the search box and different recruiters’ profiles will pop up.
4. Sent invites to people LinkedIn recommends. To do this, go to My Network and below it you should see People You May Know. A long list of people will appear and under each person’s picture will be a Connect box you can click to add them to your network. Many people will accept your invite request. Be careful on this one—LinkedIn will warn you if you try connect to too many people who reject your request.
5. Connect with people in your field, especially hiring managers. To look them up, hit the search icon and type ‘hiring manager’. You’ll be taken to a page where you can search for hiring managers by company and title. By connecting with people in your industry, especially hiring managers, more eyes will be on your profile.
6. Look for open networkers. These are people on LinkedIn who are open to connecting with anyone. In the search bar, type “Lion” or “Open Networker” to find profiles.
7. Always except connections when invited to connect on LinkedIn. It will expand your network. Remember, LinkedIn is not like Facebook; the purpose of LinkedIn is to make business connections.

Join LinkedIn Groups

Joining groups in your profession can expand your reach because recruiters look at these groups to find talent and post jobs. To use this feature, go to the search bar. Click the work icon, found at the top right corner, and look for the Groups icon. Hit the Groups icon and a page will come up that gives you recommendations of groups to join based on your job title.

Conclusion

By creating a detailed SEO-centric LinkedIn page, connecting with contacts and joining groups, your profile will attract attention. You will easily be found by recruiters looking to fill their roles. That translates into more job opportunities for you.

How to Create a LinkedIn Profile that Stands Out Part 2

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This is Part 2 in a 3 Part Series on How to Create a LinkedIn Profile that Stands

Continuing from Part 1 we will continue to show you how to Create a LinkedIn Profile that Stands Out.

Please Note: LinkedIn’s format is constantly changing; therefore, there is a small chance the information in this article could change over time.

Part 1 can be found by clicking this link – https://www.eliteproresume.com/2019/06/06/how-to-create-a-linkedin-profile-that-stands-out-part-1/

Step 6 – Upload a Picture

Although you might not be comfortable uploading your picture to LinkedIn, I highly recommend you do so. Recruiters like to see a picture to ascertain that you are indeed a real person; having a picture brings you to life in their eyes.

There is nothing like a first impression, so make sure your picture looks good. If possible, have your photo professionally taken. In it, you should be wearing the type of clothing you would wear every day on the job. If you are applying for a white-collar position, wear a suit or other business-appropriate clothing. If you are a nurse, wear scrubs.

Step 7 – Add Detailed info into Your LinkedIn Profile

For this section, you will need to go to your newly-created LinkedIn profile. From there, perfect your profile by adding to the following sections:

A. Background Photo

This photo is different than your main photo. It is a banner picture (not of you) that goes across your profile header. Choose a background photo that relates to your personality or career, and I recommend using one in overall neutral color, like cream or tan. If you do not have any background pictures, visit https://pixabay.com/ to get free pictures to use for your background photo.

B. Headline Section

You have one sentence to make a good first impression. The headline is the first thing people will see in your profile. Treat it like the objective section on your resume. Mention your job title or job interest as well as key skills you possess. Repeated words weaved into your profile can bring you up higher on recruiters’ searches and will add to the SEO of your LinkedIn profile. Please note there is a space count for this section so use your words carefully.
A good example headline is: Leading Contact Center Rep with extensive experience, providing excellent customer service for Fortune 500 companies.

C. Add Positions

For this section, add the jobs you have held in chronological order. You can cut and paste this from your resume.

D. Education Section

List your education in chronological order. Again, you can cut and paste from your resume.

E. Summary Section

This section is like your headline, except you have more space to put more info in. Use the SEO technique of weaving in keywords and titles to increase the visibility of your profile. You can cut and paste your objective section from your resume; however, you can also add more keywords in your summary section than you can in a typical resume. I would not recommend mentioning that you are looking for a job unless you are currently working. Following is an example of a strong summary.

Results-oriented Senior Java/J2EE Software Developer with a proven track record of delivering software solutions in the financial/banking industry. 7+ years of experience as a Senior Java/J2EE software developer for well-known financial service companies Financial-ecom Inc. & Trading Floor Software Solutions.

F. Featured Skills & Endorsements section

Add as many skills as you can. The more you add, the greater the likelihood of your profile popping up when recruiters search by keywords when looking to fill roles. The smallest word can be searched by a recruiter, so adding different keywords to this section can increase your chances of being found. For starters, use the keywords from your resume skill section. From there, as you did for your resume, research different keywords to add to your profile.

The endorsement section is where people endorse your different skills. The more endorsements you have, the more impressive your profile will appear. To get more endorsements, reach out to your former colleagues and friends and ask them to endorse your skills. Most people will oblige your request.

G. volunteer experience

As real estate is less of an issue with a LinkedIn profile, I recommend adding volunteer experience to your profile. This section can be especially good for those who do not have much experience or are working or looking to work for an organization that values volunteer work. Be careful not to add things that are too political in nature or that could rub people the wrong way.

Step 8: Accomplishments Section

This section is an opportunity to add your accomplishments in the following categories: Publications, Certifications, Courses, Projects, Honors & Awards, Patents, Test Scores, Languages, Organizations. If you have any experience or skills in any or all of these categories, I recommend that you add them to your profile. It will increase your chances of being seen by a recruiter. According to LinkedIn, professionals with publications in their profile are found 7 times more than profiles who do not have publications, and profiles that list certifications are found 5 times more often than profiles who do not list certifications.

Part 3 will continue what you learned in part 1 &2 on How to Create a LinkedIn Profile that Stands Out.

How to Create a LinkedIn Profile that Stands Out – Part 1

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This is Part 1 in a 3 Part Series on How to Create a LinkedIn Profile that Stands Out.

LinkedIn Introduction

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/

The majority of job seekers are familiar with LinkedIn, one of the world’s largest social media sites. For those job seekers who are not familiar with LinkedIn, it is a business-centric social media site that allows individuals to create an online profile that works like a resume. Not all LinkedIn users are looking for a job, but users can be contacted by potential employers about job opportunities.

If a recruiter or potential employer is interested in a user’s profile, they will contact that person via LinkedIn in-mails or directly via email. If interested, the job seeker can then choose to respond and communicate with the recruiter about potential job offers.

Why is it important to create a LinkedIn profile? You may be able to find jobs on LinkedIn without creating a profile; however, to apply for some jobs on LinkedIn, you submit an application using your LinkedIn profile.

This article will teach you how to create an effective LinkedIn profile. A strong profile will increase your chances of being found and contacted by recruiters looking to fill jobs that you might be perfect for.

Please note: LinkedIn’s format is constantly changing; therefore, there is a small chance the information in this article could change over time.

Steps to Building an Effective LinkedIn Profile

Step by step, this section will show you how to build an effective LinkedIn profile that recruiters will find and be interested in. If you already have a LinkedIn profile, use this information to improve your current profile.

Step 1: Register for the Site

Registering on LinkedIn is fast and easy. Simply go to https://www.linkedin.com/ and sign up by entering your first name, last name, email and creating a password.

Step 2: Basic Info requested by LinkedIn

First Info requested by LinkedIn – Choose a Country & Zip code/Postal Code, Are you a student, Job Title, Company, and Industry. Below you will find more info on all these areas.

A. Country and ZIP Code/Postal Code
When creating your LinkedIn profile, make sure you always list the correct country and ZIP Code/postal code. When a recruiter searches for LinkedIn profiles, they usually search by location, such as ZIP Code/postal code and/or city. If you choose the wrong location, you will not pop up on the recruiter’s search. Another thing you can do is choose a larger city nearby if you live in a smaller suburb or outlying town. Recruiters tend to search in bigger markets, so your best bet is to put your profile in a bigger geographical center.

B. Are you a Student?
This is self-explanatory. If you’re a student, click yes. If not, click no.

C. Job Title
On LinkedIn, like on your resume, use a good job title.

D. Company
Type in the full name of your current employer if you have one. If the company you work for is recognizable, it will pop up, and all you need to do is select it. Also, do not use a short form for the company name if people do not know it by that name—doing do will make it harder to find in a search.

E. Industry
For this section, you will be given a drop-down of different industries to select from. Pick the industry that most closely matches your profession.

Step 3 – What is your focus on using the LinkedIn platform?

For this section, you will be asked to choose one of the following options:

• Finding a job
• Staying up-to-date with my industry
• Building my professional network
• Keeping in touch with my contacts
• Not sure yet. I’m open!

Choose “Finding a job.” LinkedIn will then ask you if you want daily or weekly alerts based on your job title and location. My advice to job seekers: opt for daily alerts.

Step 4 – Uploading your Contacts

For this section, LinkedIn will ask if you would like to upload your contacts to see if any of them are already on LinkedIn. I would recommend adding your contacts, as more contacts on LinkedIn gives you more visibility.

Step 5 – Connecting with people LinkedIn suggests

In this section, LinkedIn will ask you if you would like to connect with different people. My advice is to select “all especially recruiters.” Connecting with as many as possible will put your profile in the eyes of more people. Most people, especially recruiters, will not turn down your request.

Part 2 & Part 3 will continue what you learned in part 1 on How to Create a LinkedIn Profile that Stands Out.