A recruiter looking a resume makes a decision within seconds. What do you want them to notice right away? Put it at the top. Follow these seven resume summary tips for instant impact.

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In last week’s post I explored the question, “What’s a Good Number of LinkedIn Connections?” and the benefits of having “lots!” This week I’ll give some tips on how to easily build up to a large network that supports your goals for networking and professional visibility.

Now maybe you’re thinking, “I want quality, not just quantity.” Agreed. And on LinkedIn, quantity tends to lead to quality.

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How should you update your LinkedIn profile when you’re unemployed?

It’s hard to know how to fill in your “title” when you don’t have one (or think you don’t). But there are ways to handle it that will get you a lot more attention from recruiters than “Seeking….”

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To boost your chances when applying to a job, send your resume directly to the hiring manager, the person who would be your boss, not just to human resources. So how do you find the email address of the hiring manager? Here are 7 methods, all free.

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Need help from a real person at LInkedIn? They don’t want you to know how… but I’m going to tell you!

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