Seven Steps to a Private Sector Job (for Federal Jobseekers)

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With John O’Connor, President, CareerPro, Inc.
Transitioning from a federal career to the private sector requires a new approach to networking—one that leverages LinkedIn’s powerful tools to showcase your value, connect with the right people, and uncover hidden job opportunities. This session will break down LinkedIn’s essential features and offer an initial step-by-step guide to building a strategic presence that gets results.

Key Takeaways:

• Optimizing Your Profile for Private-Sector Recruiters – How to craft a headline, summary, and experience section that speaks the language of private industry.
• Expanding Your Network with Purpose – Proven methods to connect with industry professionals, recruiters, and hiring managers.
• Engaging with Content to Get Noticed – Simple ways to interact, comment, and share posts that position you as a valuable industry player.
• Using LinkedIn’s Hidden Job Market – How to leverage groups, alumni networks, and advanced search tools to find job leads.
• Messaging Strategies that Open Doors – How to reach out to key contacts without sounding transactional or generic.