LinkedIn Guide – By Bob Hoffman
Like it or not, LinkedIn has a near monopoly on networking in the workplace and is one of the main tools for recruitment. I understand why Microsoft bought it (great tool to plug into Outlook) but it also raises the fear that Microsoft will turn it into ‘bloatware’ and over complicate it. Either way, you need an effective LinkedIn profile in general and in particular when you are looking for a career change. I joined LinkedIn in 2003 and was one of the first in the country, here are some of my views: Photo - A good photo is vital.…