Part III

Crafting Web Résumés with LinkedIn, Video, and More

Can a LinkedIn profile help you find a new job in your industry? To find out, visit www.dummies.com/extras/jobsearchingsocialmedia.

In this part . . .

Remember that paper and a screen are two totally different mediums. Stop pasting your résumé online. Understand what’s different about your online profiles and why they’re not the same as a paper résumé.

Create a LinkedIn profile that works. LinkedIn has become the highest leverage tool for a professional today. Yet many profiles are incomplete or ineffective, with large networks remaining untapped. By making small adjustments to your profile and outreach strategy, you’ll be amazed at the results.

Get ready for your job-winning close-up. Watching video is the most common activity online. Find out how to craft a compelling video that employers will be bound to love.

Stand out online. The more you there is on the web, the greater the chance of getting found. That’s why the online résumé options in this part will grab the attention of recruiters and show employers what makes you tick.