Whether you’re planning a full-scale job hunt in 2020 or simply thinking about your future steps, career-wise, you may have to do some prep work to reach your full potential on your LinkedIn profile. LinkedIn is one of the first places prospective employers scope you out. So what are some of the ways you can make the most out of your profile?
For these reasons, our two special guests on today’s episode of the Powderkeg Podcast are experts when it comes to helping job seekers use the power of LinkedIn. Our first guest is Ashley Watkins, a Job Search Coach, and Nationally Certified Resume Writer. Ashley has experience in recruiting top talent for nonprofits such as the American Cancer Society and Gateway and multimillion-dollar companies in the banking and manufacturing industries. Joining her is Ana Lokotkova, a personal brand & career advisor, resume writer, and job interview coach at CV Labs in Calgary, Canada. Ana focuses on telling career stories to showcase job seekers’ unique qualities to gain an employer’s attention.
With Ashley and Ana’s help, you’ll learn how to effectively network, building key relationships, and taking the time to build and better utilize your LinkedIn profile. And be better prepared for your next big opportunity to bring your LinkedIn profile to its full potential. Tune in for more!
In this episode with Ashley Watkins and Ana Lokotkova, you’ll learn:
- The Most In-Demand Hard and Soft Skills in the Current Job Market
- What Job Recruiters look for in a Great Candidate
- Who’s Hiring Right Now (and How to Reach Them on LinkedIn)
- How to grow your personal brand and attract an audience of fans
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