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What should I put in the message when I connect to a recruiter on LinkedIn?
Written by Rae StonehouseI don't know the person, but I think they may have some opportunities available.
Question was originally answered on Quora.com.
Are job seekers frustrated with recruiters?
Written by Rae StonehouseQuestion originally answered on Quora.com.
What does it mean when my recruiter says there is still interest in me?
Written by Rae StonehouseWhat does a response from a recruiter "there's still interest" after 4 rounds of interview mean? I'm being considered as a top candidate for offer.
Question originally answered on Quora.com.
What Does This Mean when a Recruiter says a position is on hold?
Written by Rae StonehouseOriginally answered on Quora.com
If a recruiter says, "The role is currently on hold for August. Next steps will be determined in September." What exactly does this mean? Is this a positive or negative sign for the candidate?
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Can you use your LinkedIn profile as a resume?
It might be helpful to think of your LinkedIn profile as an adjunct to your professionally written resume.
Whereas your resume needs to be terse and succinct, it also needs to be crafted for a specific job you are applying for.
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Is a cover letter necessary when applying online and uploading a resume? Is a cover letter necessary when applying online and uploading a resume?
Possibly… possibly not!
If you are responding to a job posting on an online recruiting site, for example Monster Jobs - Job Search, Career Advice & Hiring Resources | Monster.com
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What are some hacks I can do on LinkedIn to look better to other connections and recruiters?
Not so sure about hacks, but here’s some sage advice.
The question is rather challenging in that you’re asking how to appeal to two different groups. If your main purpose is to appeal to recruiters, in that you are currently in job searching mode, your promotional copy needs to target them. Your promotional copy needs to be crafted so it attracts recruiters, lets them know you are looking for work and what you have to offer.
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How do you hide the fact that you lost your job on LinkedIn?
How do you hide the fact that you lost your job on LinkedIn?
I don’t think you need to hide the fact that you lost your job, in your LinkedIn profile.
Conversely, I don’t believe you need to draw attention to the fact either.