3 Ways to Source on LinkedIn by Location

3 Ways to Source on LinkedIn by Location One of the most basic requirements when sourcing candidates is that they are based in an appropriate location for the role we are trying to fill. Recruiters already know that LinkedIn is a very powerful candidate sourcing tool, but do you know all the ways it can help you find candidates that are in the right place? Here are the three strategies that you can use: 1) Advanced Search on LinkedIn This is by far the most obvious technique, and probably the most useful. Using LinkedIn advanced search page, you can give it a postcode and a search radius and it will find you candidates based on their location. If you have a Basic profile you will be limited to seeing 100 results per search and will only be able to view full profiles of your 1st and 2nd degree connections. 2) Custom Filters on LinkedIn Recruiter I’m often asked if it is possible to search for candidates in multiple countries at the same time. You might want to do this if you recruit right across Europe or in a particular region, like the Nordics for example. One of the best ways I have found to do this is using Custom Filters. You will have access to this feature if you have a LinkedIn Recruiter licence. Once you have run your search, select multiple countries from the Location filter on the left hand side of your results page. To add countries that don’t appear in the top 10, just start typing in the box that says “Enter location name”. If you then scroll to the top of the search filters again, under the blue “search” button you will see a link to “Custom Filters” â€" use this to save your filter for later and use it to save time on future searches. 3) Country Specific Sub-domains  used with Google or Bing If you perform site searches (sometime called X-ray searches) of LinkedIn using Google or Bing then you can take advantage of LinkedIn’s country specific  sub-domains  to search for profiles from one particular country. If you just want profiles from the UK for example, search site:uk.linkedIn.com If youre unsure what the two-letter sub-domain is for your target country, Irina Shamaeva has posted a list of all the LinkedIn country  sub-domains  she has identified over on the Boolean Strings blog. If you want to search for LinkedIn profiles from the UK, but  arent  too confident writing your own Boolean Strings, try out this Custom  Search Engine that I made â€" it only finds UK LinkedIn profiles. Do you have any other handy tips and tricks for searching LinkedIn by location? Let us know in the comments below. RELATED: 3 Google Boolean Search Strings for Candidate Sourcing

Best Ways to Choose Between Multiple Job Offers

Best Ways to Choose Between Multiple Job Offers It certainly feels great to know you have choices of which job you want next. Company A wants you and Company B wants you. It is a great position to be in. So, what are the best ways to choose between multiple job offers that will benefit your career? And how do you protect your relationship with the company you did not choose?Here are ways to help you make the best of a great situation.1. Look Beyond PerksPerks in the forms of coffee kitchens and pizza nights do not pay bills. When it comes to deciding which job offer you will choose, aim for the one that helps you support your health and your financial situation. Things like health insurance and dental will save you a ton of money over the course of a year, especially given the rising costs of healthcare in the USA.Also, choose the job that appears to offer a peace of mind. Do you think the company will be a toxic work environment or one that will leave you feeling inspired? Jobs that are mentally and physically taxing on the mind and body will do more harm to you than good over the course of a career.The last thing you want is a job that offers medical and dental benefits because you will need them after a couple of years on the job due to the behavior of the company. Make sure you get as much information about your job responsibilities and who you will work with. Be as detailed as possible and then answer the question, “Is this the right job for me?”2. What Job Offers the Most Opportunity for Career Growth?Career growth can come in many forms, be it in education, financial, or title. However, times are changing faster than ever before. It used to be that if you were hired at a company, you stayed there for your entire career or changed jobs maybe two or three times. In the 21st century, the average number of times people change jobs is between 10 to 15. While employed employees devote their time and energy to preparing for their next career move.With that being said, you will ideally want a job that is progressive and preparing you for a career transition. So, education and position growth will tend to matter more than financial growth. Accepting a job that will be automated to death in 5 years because it pays well now is a career move that could hurt you.If you are not learning and growing in your job right now, the chances are in a few years your career will stall or demand you start taking new business courses. In the US job market, the older an employee gets the less likely they are to be paid more if they are not learning new skills and growing.Some do manage to hold onto jobs for an entire career, but the reality is the majority of these jobs are becoming a thing of the past. If you have hit the glass ceiling in your company already it may be time for a change. If you have a few job offers on the table aim for the one that will provide you with career growth for the next five years and help you eventually move on to bigger and better jobs.3. Which Job Is One You Actually Wan t to See Yourself Advancing In?An interview question that used to come up often was, “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” Even though the question does not seem to be asked as much anymore (probably because of point #2), you should be asking yourself, “Do I want to advance my career here over the next 5 years?”Why? Working at a company and succeeding within that company is great. But what do you do if the company has a notoriously bad reputation? To give you an example, imagine you worked for and grew your career at a company that was bailed out by the US Government in 2008.Before that happened, you were steadily promoted, educated, and saw financial gains from your hard work. Then suddenly, you are laid off and start your job search at a time when your most recent experience is at the very company everyone is holding a grudge against.Before choosing a job, do your best to make sure the ethics and morals of a company are aligned with your own. The last thing you want to d o is grow your career at a company you dislike but agreed to work for anyway. When you interview for a new job, eventually you have to be proud of the company you just worked for and it is easier to do that when you respect them.4. Did You Like the People You Met During the Hiring Process?It is not silly or emotional to say this. If you did not like the people you met during the hiring process, then you should not be working for the company regardless of what it offers.Think about it: You are going to spend 40+ hours with these people during the week. You have to collaborate with them and share ideas with them. How do you think your job will turn out when you do not even like the people you work with?When you have job offers on the table, make sure you like the people you are interviewing with. By nature, when we “connect” with people in-person there is a sense that anything can be achieved. When you start to feel like you are managing personalities, achieving anything becomes a chore and eventually, you will end up resenting someone or something who disagreed with you. Don’t ignore your gut instinct when you think you’d be happier working with one group of people over another.Protecting Your Relationship With Both CompaniesIf you are in a position where multiple job offers arise, always be sure to let the other company down politely. Emails written like this, “Sorry, you did not offer enough” are a mistake. Instead, as a job candidate you get to write your version of a rejection letter like this:Thank you so much for the offer for the **** position. I appreciate you taking the time to consider me and for answering so many of my questions about the company and role.After much consideration and thought, I have decided to accept a position at another company.It was a pleasure to meet all of you and I hope we can stay in touch if future opportunities to work together present themselves..Respectfully yours,*****Over the course of your career, this is a great way to establish connections that help your career and network flourish!

Why You Should Definitely Apply to Jobs When Youre Underqualified - Classy Career Girl

Why You Should Definitely Apply to Jobs When You’re Underqualified Why You Should Definitely Apply to Jobs When You’re Underqualified I didn’t look for a full-time job right out of college. I didn’t think I had enough experience to get one, so I only looked at internships. I interviewed and heard back from a few. I decided on one in Nashville and signed a year-long lease because I had hopes that the place where I interned would hire me and Nashville just seemed so fun. Unfortunately, I quickly realized that the agency where I was interning didn’t generally hire their interns at the conclusion of their internships, and while Nashville is definitely fun, it is also expensive. The $12 an hour I was making as an intern was barely covering my bills, and suddenly I had a mental clock counting down until the three-month internship was over. Since I would still have nine months left on my lease and student loan payments were looming, I found myself obsessively searching for jobs in a city filled with people my age doing the same thing. At first, I only applied for entry-level jobs for which I could check off every “requirement” they listed in the job description. Then, on a whim, I applied for a job that wanted me to have more years of experience than I had. In the cover letter, I explained why I thought the work I had been doing equated to the years of experience for which they were looking. I didn’t expect to hear back. They emailed me within a week. The agency received my resume and didn’t think I was a good fit for the role for which I had applied. Shocker. However, they had another job opening that wasn’t yet posted that they thought would be a good fit. [RELATED: After the Application: How to Increase Your Chances of Getting Hired] That job didn’t end up working out, but it gave me the courage to apply to other jobs for which I didn’t necessarily check off all the boxes. I realized that while companies would prefer someone who is exactly what they want, they’re willing to consider someone who doesn’t have all the requirements if that person can explain why the qualities they’re lacking don’t matter. I don’t mean you should try to convince them that you don’t need to be able to do something to do a job or that you know as much as someone who has five more years of experience than you. I mean that they will consider you if you give them a reason. That reason can be, “I don’t know how to use that specific program, but I’ve used comparable ones. I’m a fast learner, and I know I would pick it up in no time. My references can verify that.” Or maybe, “My years of experience are a little less than what you say is ideal, but I believe that my rigorous coursework and the various internships I have completed give me an experience level similar to people who have been in this field for three years.” Most companies are willing to take a chance on someone who doesn’t fit the job description perfectly. You just need to tell them why they should.

Interview Beyond Your Reach To Achieve Your Best - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Interview Beyond Your Reach To Achieve Your Best - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career You know in your heart that special job you want for your own to advance your career, but it is seemingly out of your league.  Stop. Think again. Ask yourself, “Is it truly out of my capability, or, with a stretch and helping hand will I be able to pull it off to my delight?” With the right plan in place and acknowledgement of your want and do not want lists, it is very possible to turn the dream position above your head into your next employment opportunity. Envision yourself in the position. What will it feel and look like? How will it increase your stature? After all of your hard work of getting there, what will your rewards be? You might begin interviewing for that special position now or begin putting a plan of action in place in order to get crystal clear on how to best go about obtaining the desired position. Should you decide to plan ahead, the next step and working backwards will be to list the milestones needed to be achieved until you find yourself at present day. Here are a few questions to ponder while you consider milestones and possibilities: Are you willing to self-educate or get help required for better positioning? Are you willing to take calculated risk? Are you willing to not give up? Success means making a commitment to education and self-improvement. On occasion you may need to ignore hurtful remarks or people laughing at you lofty thought.  When you reach for that star, quitting is not an option while reinvention is a requirement. Your vision, plan and optimistic belief that you will succeed will put you on the better path. On the other hand, with an added dose of self-confidence and reflection on your past work history, and employing a few sales techniques, you may recognize that in fact you are ready to proceed. For example, “Anne” shared she had the opportunity to interview under the title of Vice President. She was somewhat hesitant to proceed, due to her younger age, although the title and position greatly appealed to her. Reviewing her background, I reminded her of the industry awards she won, the campaigns she created and led, the presentations she provided and the public speaking platforms she previously enjoyed. Anne was then reminded that people in their 20’s create innovative startups receiving huge sums of money from investors. The notion that a mature age is required for a Vice Presidential title is old-school and no longer a factor. It only is such if we allow it to be. Whatever we tell ourselves will determine our outcome. Anne proudly announced she plans to proceed full steam ahead. When it comes to reaching for a star, popular thought should be ignored. Instead, examine what is of importance to you. Remain true to your principles. Sometimes we second-guess why we do things but going against the norm will frequently catapult us into the leadership position. Preparation and taking the calculated risk will make all the difference. Your personal brand may develop into “the go-getter!” When this occurs, further promotion will require less work and bring even greater reward. Your peers will watch in amazement believing that for you it was always a Smooth Sale! Author: Elinor Stutz, CEO of Smooth Sale, LLC authored both, “Nice Girls DO Get the Sale: Relationship Building That Gets Results” and, “HIRED! How to Use Sales Techniques to Sell Yourself On Interviews.” Elinor delivers inspirational keynotes at conferences, provides consultation and private coaching, and will arrange business retreats to GROW your business.    Elinor is available upon request for consultation (800) 704-1499.

Colorado Free Resume Writing Employment Agencies Can Help You Get an Interview

Colorado Free Resume Writing Employment Agencies Can Help You Get an InterviewIf you have been unemployed and are looking for a new job, there is a great resource for Colorado free resume writing employment agencies to turn to when writing your resume. They offer all of the tools and services that will help you in getting an interview and can even create a new resume for you that is customized to meet the needs of each company.You may be one of the many who have searched for a company to hire after losing a job or whose job had been lost through no fault of their own. However, your resume is your best chance to get that new job and many people are turning to the services of these agencies because they believe that they are well worth their time.Not only do the Colorado unemployment services have a variety of services available for both individuals and corporations, but they also have more than a hundred positions available for those who are looking for jobs. These agencies have a gre at reputation because of their ability to take the stress and pressure off of those looking for a new job. The professionals who work for these agencies have been trained to write resumes for those looking for jobs.A professional service will know exactly what is needed in order to get an interview at a specific company. Many individuals get overwhelmed by the number of available jobs and the hundreds of resumes that need to be filled. A Colorado free resume writing agency knows the exact type of professional resume needed to get the interview that you want so you can focus on getting the job.A resume is the most important part of the job application process. Those who have not applied for jobs can be eliminated from the company search before they have a chance to look over the many resumes that are available to them.With an unemployment rate so high and a lot of companies coming out of recession, it is important that you are able to stand out and get a job quickly in the labor mark et. An agent can be an invaluable resource in helping you get a job in just a few short weeks.While the Colorado unemployment rates are very low compared to the national average, there are still people who are unemployed. They can turn to these agencies to see if they have any available jobs that are suitable for them. Because there are so many people who are seeking work, there are many job openings available.When you look at the job opportunities available in Colorado you will find that the unemployment rate is low but there are still some people who need to look for work. Since so many people are looking for work, there are plenty of opportunities for the unemployed to find employment.

Fun at work in India - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

Fun at work in India - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Im featured in the June 2012 edition of The Human Factor Magazine in India. Whats even cooler is that the main theme of that issue is fun at work. This just reinforces what Ive said for a long time, namely that the idea of happiness at work is spreading all around the world. In fact, I was just booked to speak at the CFA Institutes Fifth Annual European Investment Conference in Prague in October and that will mark the 25th country Ive spoken in. I honestly believe that happiness at work is inevitable and the future belongs to the happy :o) Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related

Keep Your Building Business Warm Through Its First Winter

Keep Your Building Business Warm Through Its First Winter Surviving your first year in business is a challenge no matter which field you’re in. During that short twelve-month stint, most entrepreneurs come across all manner of challenges. The fact is that going wrong this early in the game can undo your efforts irrelevant of what you’re trying to do. In some fields, though, that first-year hurdle is even harder to get right. Consider, for instance, a business which is based outside. What happens when winter rolls around? Too often, failure to consider this can freeze the success you found during those summer months. This applies to anything from gardening to window cleaning. Here, though, we’re going to look how you can get through your first winter with a construction company. Say that you started up in the new year, and received your first commissions during March and April. By then, the weather was changing, and the frosts had thawed. Now, though, you’re looking down the barrel of at least five months of cold weather. That’s frightening, and you could find yourself snowed under by next spring. The good news is, there are steps you can take to make sure it doesn’t happen, and we’re going to look at them here. Get picky about the jobs you take At this stage, being picky with jobs may seem like the last thing you want to do. But, it could be the thing which saves you. You don’t have to turn work down outright. But, if a client wants you to build something up high in the middle of December, it may be worth postponing the work. Things only get colder the higher up your team go. As such, agreeing to jobs like these in the coldest months of the year is never a good idea. Instead, schedule indoor jobs, or at least work which allows your team to stay down on the ground. Reinforce health and safety It also pays to rethink your health and safety going into winter. This is something you should already be on top of to some extent. Every building site needs safety procedures and personal fall protection equipment at all times. But, these things become more pressing than ever in icy and cold conditions. Falls on building sites are far more likely during icy weather. Account for that by investing in even more safety equipment. Think, too, about increasing the number of breaks you offer. These will help you to avoid cold-related health problems. Consider reducing work hours It may also be worth shifting your work hours during the cold season. Working first thing in the morning and late into the night should be a no-go at this time of year. Instead, you may need to quote clients for work which starts mid-morning and ends before the sun sets. These reduced days aren’t ideal, but your team would be unable to work either side of this slot anyway. By explaining this to clients and allowing longer periods for jobs, your business shouldn’t suffer as a result.