Get Recommended On LinkedIn

In terms of online social networking, LinkedIn is one of the best Websites to use when you are getting ready to do a job search. You can have your graphic design resume on the site, or post an update stating that you are looking for work as a Web designer. By far, one of the best things that LinkedIn offers is the "recommendation request." You can request recommendations from contacts that you have in your network, and these will then be available for others to review. This can be a big plus, as they basically serve as a testimonial to your skills, ability and work ethic.

In order for the recommendation to be visible, you must approve it. This offers you the ability to pick and choose which will appear, which can help you customize the image you present to others. You can also return the favor and recommend others. Sometimes this will spur them to send a recommendation your way, but no matter what, it presents a good opportunity to network. Schedule a little time into your week to begin building recommendations for yourself on LinkedIn so that if you wind up looking for work, they are already in place for you.

Tags: linkedin, Networking, social media

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