Using Linked In as Professionals Use It

Using LinkedIn like a Pro

In recent years, LinkedIn has become THE primary tool used by recruiters and job seekers to find one another. You know that you should have a LinkedIn profile with tons of connections, but how can you use it for more than building a great contact database? In this engaging session, learn how to write a compelling summary, create a marketing list for your job search, prepare for interviews and even change careers! Come away with advanced search techniques that will unlock the capabilities of this powerful job search and online branding tool.
*This session is designed for job seekers who have an existing LinkedIn profile with a significant number of connections.

ABOUT THE PRESENTERS:

Shira Harrington, Founder & President of Purposeful Hire, Inc. is a passionate career coach and recruiter helping job seekers and employers find their higher purpose together. With a keen understanding of the “new normal” in today’s job marketplace, Shira supports job seekers in their quest for an optimal career path, create branded resumes and LinkedIn profiles, develop networking strategies and prepare for engaging interviews. She regularly speaks at Beltway Job Search Partners, the Career Network Ministry and 40Plus.

John Foster is a seasoned veteran when it comes to making connections and growing relationships. With over 25 years sales experience in the Financial Services industry, he knows the importance of differentiating yourself before, during, and after the sales process. A pioneer at using LinkedIn, John now shows others how to "sell" themselves using social media at various government employment centers, colleges, universities, and the Career Network Ministry.