It's autumn, when the leaves turn and Q3/Q4 hiring slows down. For job seekers, this (typically) means less hiring activity. However, it also (typically) means more free time and openness for proactive networking. Not seeing well-fitting job postings at your target employers? This is often the best time to send those networking messages in hopes of becoming the first person they think of when they DO open the right roles: "I realize hiring may slow down over the next few mo

"But what about the LinkedIn bots!?" you ask, as you consider enabling your #OpenToWork banner with hesitancy? My opinion: use LinkedIn - its powers with supplementing your job search aren't worth sacrificing due to bot fear. Instead, just educate yourself on how to spot the recruiter bots. Here are some tips. Be weary of: - No headshot. - Has "allegedly" worked for big brand, reputable employers yet hardly anything in their "About" section, or sometimes that section left co

This topic was trending last week on LinkedIn, and a few have asked me about it. Let me be clear: - YES , use the "Open to Work" banner on LinkedIn! - NO, it does not make you look desperate! - WHY use it? Because in-house recruiters DO search for candidates on LinkedIn all.the.time... and you increase your visibility in the search results when your green banner is up. FYI: This is exactly why 4SIGHT COACHING only employers recruiters (in-house TA recruiters, specifically)