Looking for a new role? Here are some LinkedIn tips to boost your visibility and land your next opportunity:
🧩 Optimise your profile: Make sure your LinkedIn profile is fully completed, with a clear overview of your experience, skills and aspirations. It shows you're active, engaged and ready for the next opportunity.
📝 Refine your headline: Use your tagline to clearly explain what you do and what kind of roles you’re looking for. This helps recruiters and hiring managers understand your value at a glance.
🔐 Adjust your privacy settings: Disable the ‘limited invitations’ setting. It won’t expose your email address, but it will open up the opportunity for more meaningful, relevant connections.
📈 Grow your network strategically: Send connection requests to people in your industry or target organisations. A strong network increases your chances of being seen and recommended.
💬 Engage with content: Like, comment on, and share posts that are relevant to your sector. It’s a great way to boost your visibility and establish your professional presence.
📸 Add a professional photo: Profiles with photos get more engagement. Choose one that’s clear and appropriate - avoid overly cropped selfies or awkward angles (no nostril shots, please!).
✉️ Message smartly: If you’re interested in a role, apply first. If you want to reach out to the recruiter, rather than adding 'Interested' to the post, send a brief, friendly message, e.g. “I’ve applied for X role and would love to be considered. I look forward to hearing from you.”
🔔 Set job alerts: Turn on job notifications for the roles you want. It helps you act fast when new opportunities arise.
🔎 Use LinkedIn for research: Check out hiring managers or departments before you apply. A thoughtful connection request can make you more memorable - now and for future roles.
🚫 Stay positive and professional – Never badmouth a previous employer. People talk, and public negativity can raise red flags for future opportunities.
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Leanne Sangster
Associate Director