This episode features Patricia Ortega with career expert Giselle Moratin in discussing essential tips for job seekers to enhance their LinkedIn profiles. Highlighting the significance of visibility settings, strategic keyword usage, and showcasing your portfolio and volunteer work, the discussion emphasizes the impact of a well-curated LinkedIn presence. Avoiding negative posts about recruiters or employers and focusing on professional branding are also covered.
Learn to underscore the importance of storytelling through a compelling 'About' section and encourages the use of tools like video resumes and Loom videos to stand out in the job market.
Timestamps
01:12 Standing Out in Today's Job Market
02:28 Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile
05:36 The Importance of Volunteering
08:36 Personal Branding and Communication Skills
15:06 Common LinkedIn Mistakes to Avoid
21:56 The Power of a Video Resume
Since 2002, Giselle has been driven by a love of guiding individuals through career transitions. It began with volunteering as a mentor at the Jobs Partnership of Florida, and in 2004, this passion led her to a Career Advisor role at DeVry University.
While working in this capacity, Giselle pursued an MBA and subsequently spent the next two decades teaching career development principles. Now, with extensive experience in career development she helps educators in transitioning to corporate careers.
Connect with Giselle
Connect with Giselle on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisellemoratin/
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