This information is taken from a Passage job-coaching workshop!
What to use LinkedIn for
Have a profile that represents your career experience
Searching for and applying to jobs
Networking
You should send messages to:
Hiring managers of jobs you apply for
People at places you have applied for jobs
People who have roles that you'd like
Your Profile
Dos:
Use a good, clear profile photo and a header image.
Write a concise headline.
List clear, concise achievements under each role.
Include any recent, relevant Canadian experience.
Don'ts:
Don't turn on "Open to Work."
Don't make spelling errors.
Don't write too much.
Messaging - who to reach out to:
Send a connection invite and include a note with each of these three audiences:
Hiring managers of jobs you apply for
People at places you have applied for jobs
People who have roles that you'd like
Message Templates
1. Hiring managers of jobs you apply for
Hi X, I hope you are well. I am a recent George Brown graduate in construction engineering and just applied for the role of X. I think I'd fit well because of X & Y — I love the look of your company because of Z. Looking forward to hearing back.
2. People at places you have applied for jobs
Hi X, I hope you are well. I am a recent George Brown graduate in construction engineering and just applied for the role of X. I'd love to ask some advice about what makes people succeed at your company. Do you have 10 mins to answer some questions? Looking forward to hearing back.
3. People who have roles that you'd like
Hi X, I hope you are well. I am a recent George Brown graduate in construction engineering and am currently navigating the industry in Ontario. I love X / Y about your profile (or something you spotted) — might I be able to buy you a coffee and ask for some advice over a 10 min call / chat?