As an executive search consultant, I’m often approached by job seekers for advice, and most don’t realize how we actually find candidates. It’s not through networking (only a small percentage of executive roles are filled this way) or by directly contacting headhunters. The real key is optimizing your LinkedIn profile. LinkedIn is now the go-to database for headhunters, and if your profile isn’t SEO-friendly, you’re missing out on opportunities. Getting found by the right people starts with making sure your profile works for you.
A well-optimized LinkedIn profile is arguably more important than a resume these days. I've been on LinkedIn since 2006, and it has always played an important role in my career. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I would not underestimate the power of meeting someone through your hobbies and interests. I once landed a senior finance role because I bonded with someone over my interest in architecture.
Hi Alina,
As an executive search consultant, I’m often approached by job seekers for advice, and most don’t realize how we actually find candidates. It’s not through networking (only a small percentage of executive roles are filled this way) or by directly contacting headhunters. The real key is optimizing your LinkedIn profile. LinkedIn is now the go-to database for headhunters, and if your profile isn’t SEO-friendly, you’re missing out on opportunities. Getting found by the right people starts with making sure your profile works for you.
Kristof - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristofschoenaerts/
A well-optimized LinkedIn profile is arguably more important than a resume these days. I've been on LinkedIn since 2006, and it has always played an important role in my career. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
This is a really interesting approach, but by going via hobbies, the chance of meeting someone you could work with seems low.
Congratulations to your daughter getting an internship, did she know the CSO was attending the event?
I would not underestimate the power of meeting someone through your hobbies and interests. I once landed a senior finance role because I bonded with someone over my interest in architecture.
Maybe I need different hobbies 😅
😄 That's the beauty of it. There's no one right answer. It's whatever naturally interests you.
That’s encouraging then ☺️