Connections are great, but the right connections open doors. Do not just add anyone who request you. Look for familiar faces when connecting on LinkedIn. Ask yourself if this person can speak to your work ethic or integrity?
Read MoreLinkedIn is one the most powerful and meaningful social networks to-date. irst and foremost, LinkedIn is the second place most employers look for job candidates before posting open positions. (1st place: Network.) Most open positions never get posted online because recruiters and employers alike use their networks to find potential candidates. The point is to use LinkedIn to build upon your physical network. Make it a point to connect with friends, colleagues, past employers and mentors.
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