As featured in the Girlboss newsletter, where Style Nine to Five has been contributing, we’re thrilled to share one of our work tips of the week. At Style Nine to Five, we’re committed to helping you shine in the competitive job market. Our founder, Christie Lohr, provides practical advice to ensure your resume showcases your best professional self and catches the eye of potential employers. Stay tuned for expert tips that can truly impact your career journey.

Style Nine to Five’s Work Tip:

Three ways to use LinkedIn to up your job–search game. Career expert Christie Lohr from Style Nine to Five shares her tips for making LinkedIn work for you:

1. Maximize your headline. Think of your headline as your career elevator pitch. Anyone can see it below your name, so optimizing it will entice employers to click on your profile. Instead of simply using your job title (or, gasp, leaving it blank), pack it with juicy, at-a-glance details.

Example: Marketing Leader | Social Media & Digital Campaigns | 10+ Years Experience

2. Share your job-seeking status. Add the “Open to Work” badge to your profile picture to show employers that you’re interested in new opportunities.

Tip: Adjust your settings so only recruiters can see the badge if you don’t want your current employer to know that you’re looking.

3. Engage. Show employers that you’re an active participant in your industry by commenting on and sharing relevant posts. Gain exposure to new audiences and recruiters by engaging with high-profile users and prominent companies.

Tip: Take it a step further and write your own posts. Share your thoughts on industry news, highlight new achievements or certifications, and don’t forget to show off your personality!

Stay tuned for more tips and insights in our ongoing collaboration with Girlboss. We are dedicated to helping you excel in your career journey, and we are excited to bring you more expert advice from Christie Lohr and the Style Nine to Five team.

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