Job Seekers on LinkedIn Need to Know These 8 Things

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Here are 8 powerful, but often overlooked, LinkedIn features that can significantly enhance your job search:
1. Message Anyone for Free: If you're part of the same LinkedIn group, you can directly message anyone, including third-degree connections, at no cost. The trick here is to join LinkedIn groups related to your field, school, or company.
2. People Tab on LinkedIn Pages: Explore the 'People' tab on your university or prospective employer's LinkedIn page to find potential connections. A pro tip is to copy their names and search within relevant groups to message them directly.
3. 'I'm Interested' Feature: Simply visiting the 'About' tab of a company's page and clicking 'I'm Interested' could make recruiters take note of your profile. Remember, this feature may not be available on every page, and its effectiveness may vary.
4. Career Explorer: This tool helps you understand the career transitions of others in your industry. Use the data provided to shape your own career path, upgrade your skills, and optimize your LinkedIn profile with the most searched titles in your industry.
5. Skill Assessments: Demonstrating your skills through LinkedIn's assessments can increase your visibility to recruiters. Professionals at all stages of their career can benefit from this feature.
6. Career Break Feature: If you've had an employment gap, you can explain it using the Career Break feature. However, instead of giving a weak impression, creatively use your profile to showcase what you're looking for next.
7. Featured Section for Job Seekers: The 'Featured' section isn't just for content creators. As a job seeker, this section can be utilized to display your resume, portfolio, or other significant work.
8. Personalize Connection Requests: When using LinkedIn's mobile app, remember to 'Personalize request' rather than simply clicking 'Connect'. This approach can increase your chances of your connection request being accepted.
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00:00 Actually useful LinkedIn tips for Job Seekers
00:16 #1 Message anyone on LinkedIn for free
01:07 #2 Leverage the People tab on LinkedIn Pages
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02:38 #4 LinkedIn Career Explorer tool
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06:30 #6 Career Break
07:31 #7 Featured Section for Job Search
08:17 #8 Tip for LinkedIn Mobile App
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[@JeffSu]

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[@emilycho6203]

I LOVE this Jeff!!!

[@elbarca223]

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[@JeffSu]

@@elbarca223 Thanks!

[@workhap]

dude what a HOOK. awesome video man

[@JeffSu]

*hook ends* Sho clicks off 😏

[@opencode1]

Everything that i know in Linkedin on my daily job seeking is from you. Thank you very much

[@JeffSu]

I'm so happy to hear that!

[@EC-ll5fq]

Hi Jeff, Thanks for all the nice videos that you have created. Love it so much! I agreed with you that the career break is the trickiest portion as everyone has different perception about this. I have been laid off recently and I do face the challenge to pull the traffic from the recruiter to my LinkedIn profile as compared to previously. Anyway, will keep follow you from YT and LinkedIn! All the best!

[@JeffSu]

Thank you! And best of luck!!

[@trentzajac4335]

Jeff - I always walk away with actionable tips from your videos. I still use your email formats to communicate effectively! Thank you so much for putting out all this great info!

[@JeffSu]

No problem!!

[@anshupachauri]

So helpful, salute to you. People share these tips when they charge , you helped us free of cost..😊 Thanks!

[@JeffSu]

No problem 😁

[@paco9766]

Another excellent video, these tips are priceless! Thank you Jeff

[@JeffSu]

You're very welcome my friend! Let me know if you end up adopting any of the tips 😁

[@KwasiBoateng]

Great video! LinkedIn is already super underrated in my opinion, but you just highlighted a bunch of features that make it even more valuable. Well done!

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it my friend! 😁

[@shirleydavis5060]

If this video had a million views then this INCREDIBLE video wouldn’t be a “cheat code”. I mean what in heavenly world is going on right now. This video is BETTER than I thought. Soooo glad I watched.

[@JeffSu]

I'm glad you did too 😁

[@shirleydavis5060]

@@JeffSuIndeed! Your work is appreciated. And my typos have been corrected.😅

[@sana_saint]

Thank you so much for all the free informative content, Jeff. Love all the humor you insert in your videos too 😂

[@JeffSu]

You're very welcome 😁

[@wendyjiller2548]

Thank you making this video Jeff! It’s like a highly condensed espresso. Every single second is useful and straight to the point!

[@JeffSu]

Thank you!

[@harikishanshetty5838]

I agree. It's exactly what I needed!

[@neonkaiju]

Thank you! This video was actually helpful unlike the 1000s of vague, "Just network bro" LinkedIn videos out there.

[@JeffSu]

Hahaha glad to hear it!!

[@engineermoeez]

All the Tips and Tricks which no one discussess about ... Awesome Stuff man!

[@JeffSu]

Thanks!!! 😁

[@down-the-rabbit-hole]

Jeff, I want to thank you for taking the time to answer to many of your viewers comments. Just became a subscriber. I think doing so sets you apart from others who don't do that. It's no wonder you have so many subscribers :). Question for you, in the career break section, you mention that it's preferable to add a position that you are looking for under the "add experience" section. You then mention to list LinkedIn as the company name. Is there a reason that you would want to list LinkedIn as the company name? Wouldn't it confuse employers thinking that you actually worked for LinkedIn? thanks again!

[@JeffSu]

It just looks good haha, and it's less confusing than using other company logos 😁

[@calvinstampsjr]

This is an extremely helpful video, Thank You !!!

[@JeffSu]

You're very welcome!!

[@imtaz3541]

Hi Jeff, more than the video content, I like the way you present the video in front of a camera. From the start of the videos till they end - your energy level stays 110% and this is much needed in this world now.

[@JeffSu]

Because I love sharing 😁

[@kkaegeul]

Jeff's videos are wILD as always! Thanks a lot!

[@JeffSu]

No arguments from me 😁

[@leighroiii]

This is so timely and helpful! Thank you!

[@JeffSu]

You're welcome! This is what I love to hear 😁

[@niharickakaul741]

LOVED THE VIDEO....thanks a ton for this :)

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it!

[@RaviTeja-ow8fe]

Hey JeffSu, 👌awesome presentation and a great content !

[@JeffSu]

Thank you 😁

[@MichelleGunn]

So great! Thanks, Jeff! I am such a fan!

[@JeffSu]

Happy to have you here Michelle 😁

[@MatthewEaton]

These are indeed handy! Look at you with more bonus information I was totally not even aware of! Thank you as always, my friend!

[@JeffSu]

I'm surprised you didn't know some of these Matthew! My pleasure as usual!

[@deltagirl1026]

Great information!!

[@JeffSu]

Thank you 😁

[@shakydolphin4125]

This channel is so good, I let the ads play through in their entirety. 🐬

[@JeffSu]

Thank you for supporting my content haha!

[@saira_0140]

That hook 🔥 subscribed!

[@JeffSu]

Thanks 😁

[@kLACY1911]

Thanks, Jeff. This is probably one of the most beneficial and condensed videos that showcase great features/opportunities on LinkedIn. I appreciate enlightening how to message anyone for free and the LinkedIn Career Explorer Tool. These two tips helped me to discover a potential contact at a company that I am interested in applying.

[@JeffSu]

That's AWESOME to hear my friend! Let me know how it goes!

[@kLACY1911]

@@JeffSu I received a response and connection! Now awaiting their response to inquire about the position expectations and company culture.

[@kudachimera5206]

I enjoy your videos ,so much value to learn Jeff

[@JeffSu]

That's what I love to hear Kuda!

[@inuyasha561]

So helpful as always!

[@JeffSu]

My pleasure 😁

[@lillydo7713]

Appreciate this video so much and the candid perspective

[@JeffSu]

No problem 😁

[@eviltwinmason3239]

As always, great, super actionable content.

[@JeffSu]

Thank you my friend 😁

[@sanjaysaha9004]

Your tips are just excellent. Thank you so much.

[@JeffSu]

You're very welcome Sanjay!

[@krapalicious]

Thank you for making this video Jeff! The most useful tips for me were the career explorer and career break.

[@JeffSu]

That's what I love to hear Tony! 😁

[@marybethcreamer7669]

This channel is so good I shared it!

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it! Let me know what other topics you might be interested in 😁

[@Mazin027]

As usual, another great content. Thanks for the tips

[@JeffSu]

No problem Mazin 😁

[@mittendad]

Great video again Jeff! Have a been a LinkedIn user for years and had no idea on these. 👊

[@JeffSu]

Wow, something even Matt Tilmann didn't know? This must have been a good video 😉

[@mittendad]

@@JeffSu 😆

[@deboshreesarkar2568]

Awesome stuff, Jeff ❤

[@JeffSu]

Thank you!! 😁

[@Andrea_Dong]

Great tips, Jeff! I thought I was pretty familiar with LinkedIn by this point but it looks like there's always new things to learn! I, for one, never knew that I'm interested thing was a feature :o Dex sounds really helpful! Gone are the days of spreadsheets for managing your network 😂

[@JeffSu]

The day my videos won't teach you anything will be a very sad day indeed Andrea 😂 And yes Dex is super cool! Let me know if you give it a try 😁

[@Andrea_Dong]

That day will likely never come since there'll always be something new to learn ;D and will do as soon as I get it synced!

[@leslieanneDC]

Soooo valuable! 🙌

[@JeffSu]

Glad to hear it!! 😁

[@shitalprajapati3280]

Superb .thank you so much..🎉keep posting help for experienced job seeker or wish to shift to different work profile not to sacrifice pay amount.

[@JeffSu]

Will do!

[@geey7476]

Thanks Jeff, very useful.

[@JeffSu]

No problem, my pleasure! 😁

[@cyberanalyst]

Jeff you're awesome and I love your energy! Keep it up.

[@JeffSu]

Will do my friend 😁

[@ManelisiZwane]

YOU'RE THE BEST! 😁💯

[@JeffSu]

No arguments from me 😁

[@raferwhite3369]

Hi Jeff! This video is awesome, thank you for making it. I instantly subscribed after watching it. One question: It looks like skill assessments are gone for now. Do you know if 12 skill endorsements is still the amount we need to rank higher in recruiters' search results?

[@JeffSu]

For now yes!

[@thecasualfront7432]

He said it would be actually useful and he delivered

[@JeffSu]

I'm a man of my word 😁

[@hassanalianees5530]

Your videos are very impressive. Thanks

[@JeffSu]

Thank you my friend! Glad you found these helpful 😁

[@imene4556]

Excellent tips , i can't thank you enough ❤.

[@JeffSu]

No problem my friend 😁

[@juliodotme]

Shots fired at Apple!!! SHOTS FIRED!!! 🤣 Great video Jeff! Thanks!

[@JeffSu]

😏

[@cassiee3494]

I learnt so much more from this video, that I didn't know about. Awesome content @Jeff Su. What advice would you give for those in early 40s stay at home mom, transitioning back into the workforce with transferable experience.

[@JeffSu]

My pleasure Cassie! I would start by networking with professionals instead of relying just on LinkedIn features! Feel free to check my networking videos out 😁

[@thetrends5670]

Your video was actually useful.

[@JeffSu]

Haha thanks!!

[@avirupsarker3697]

Amazing video Jeff. Keep it up❤

[@JeffSu]

Thank you my friend 😁

[@saee131]

Hello Jeff! Love your videos, they are super helpful! quick question - I have been on a career break since August 2022, I moved countries and had a baby in this period and am now looking for opportunities in the States. I have currently added a full time parenting break on my LinkedIn profile to explain the gap (since I was literally just taking care of my baby). Is this something you recommend doing or is there a better way to handle this break on LinkedIn?

[@JeffSu]

That's a great way to handle it! You can take it a step further and show how you've been taking care of the baby with quantifiable results to add a bit of personality to your profile (e.g. Optimized diaper changing process and decreased time needed by 20%) 😉

[@nehakachewar4201]

Really awesome video. I wonder how you do your research, especially with features that may be complex or not so apparent, hard to predict their effectiveness (not just features on LinkedIn, but any tool)?

[@JeffSu]

Trial and error

[@Meliszzaaa]

appreciate your content so much

[@JeffSu]

Thank you!! 😁

[@starryeye3482]

Addicted to watching your awesome videos! Lol

[@JeffSu]

Remember to take a break now and then 😁

[@marybethcreamer7669]

Thanks!

[@JeffSu]

No, Thank YOU Mary Beth 😁. Glad you enjoyed this video!!

[@kohelet910]

Wow, so much things I didn't now ! Thank you so much !

[@JeffSu]

No problem at all Max, my pleasure 😁

[@accoviser]

Super video, thanks

[@JeffSu]

No problem Dominic! 😁

[@amey97]

Thank you!

[@JeffSu]

No problem 😁

[@stacymoore6818]

Hi Jeff! I love this video! Great content and practical advice I can use when coaching. I noticed you mentioned Dex being free and also having a free trial. Does Dex offer basic features that are free with the option to upgrade to more in-depth features, or is it a free trial and then paid for all services? Thanks in advance for the clarification.

[@JeffSu]

The former :)

[@Pertinear_Perfect]

That intro was wayyy too good... I'm not worthy 😆

[@JeffSu]

Hahahaha that's what I love to hear Taylor!

[@dimphoramakwamphaga3456]

As always amazing content Jeff!!🙏 Just a quick one - won't it be problematic in one way or another for us to use LinkedIn for that creative tip alternative to the "Career Gap" feature?

[@JeffSu]

Why would it be problematic?

[@dimphoramakwamphaga3456]

@@JeffSu I just realised my wording may have not been clear enough🙈 I meant to use it as your "employer" - you know, because you aren't _actually_ working for them?

[@JeffSu]

@@dimphoramakwamphaga3456 Yup but you're not saying you worked there, you're just using the LinkedIn Logo :)

[@dimphoramakwamphaga3456]

@@JeffSu I'll give it a try; though I must admit, it _does_ look so much better on one's profile Thanks a bunch - once again - for all you do🙏

[@JeffSu]

@@dimphoramakwamphaga3456 no problem!!

[@gmercadopr]

Hey Jeff great content like always! I've been putting a lot of efforts that you recommend and still not getting any job offers. It's quite frustrating and I'm starting to give up on seeking a new role. Any other tips that I might be able to try or do you recommend? Thanks

[@JeffSu]

It depends on where you're stuck in the process. Are you not getting the first round of interviews? Then networking and your resume are the problems. Are you not passing the interviews? Then interviewing is your problem etc.

[@BuhleTalksHair]

Thank you so much for this video Jeff. I wanted to know can I apply the same 'Career Break' process on my Resume as well or can I write what I have been up to since my last job, does this then pop up first on my resume or?

[@JeffSu]

On your resume you can include a career gap sure! The important thing is to quantify what you've been up to

[@KK-ud4le]

Humorous 😂 and Informative, that’s value!

[@JeffSu]

No problem 😁

[@buttercup9700]

Hi Jeff, Thankyou for this insightful content.But why can't I find the featured and demonstrate skills section on my profile?

[@JeffSu]

You need to add them

[@asiaabdi8698]

Amazing. Love it. Justbone questions İ cannt find featured sector thought?

[@JeffSu]

You have to add it

[@juanmantello5252]

This is gold 🥇

[@JeffSu]

That's what I think too Juan 😉

[@anshupachauri]

Please make more videos on job search technique, tell me about yourself and more... please..there are so many people who are laid off.

[@JeffSu]

I have an entire playlist on job search tips 😁

[@anshupachauri]

@@JeffSu yes , I am going through it , it's really engaging. I am not able to stop myself to one video. The tips that you have shared for experienced professional s are really awesome.

[@sharoncheng6145]

Super helpful tips! For #1 - Is there a way to easily see whether a person below to a common group with you? (i.e. how to tell if your message to them will count towards the inmail limits or not)?

[@JeffSu]

LinkedIn will tell you I think

[@missfavoured]

The intro is nice!

[@JeffSu]

What about the rest of the video 😉

[@missfavoured]

@@JeffSu You got to know I love all of your video content. Just highlighting the entertainment at the beginning. Going to watch the full video later 😊. Thank you for commenting!

[@JeffSu]

@@missfavoured Hahaha I was just kidding! No worries if you don't have the time!

[@funnytv-1631]

Great video

[@JeffSu]

Thank you Laika! 😁

[@ashitkvora]

Would love to hear your thoughts on DMs / sending Connect request. Doesn't it look too cheap if you just keep sending connect request or DMs?

[@JeffSu]

I would NEVER send a connection request before engaging with their posts first or adding some sort of value beforehand (sending industry insights etc.)

[@asmagammoudi1006]

I really loved the ''im interested in working with you in the future'' feature, but most LinkedIn pages don't have it. Maybe because they are in the non profit field. Any ideas?

[@JeffSu]

In that case I would go back to the good old fashioned networking 😁

[@jeinnerabdel]

Hi Stephanie Chan from Apple!

[@JeffSu]

😂

[@jeinnerabdel]

Google: About 54 Million results Also Google after the 4th page... "What? Are you still here? Nothing to see, my dude/tte!"

[@JeffSu]

You mean after the 2nd page?

[@manw3bttcks]

How do you get linkedin to stop sending job filter results that have security clearances? I have filters setup for "software developer" and "system engineer" but probably 80 to 90% of the filter results I get are unusable due to requiring a TopSecret clearance. This is because I live in central Maryland which has lots of that. I've sent suggestions to both indeed and linkedin requesting a way to filter those out but AFAIK it's not implemented yet.

[@JeffSu]

wait what 😂

[@usbenchsales]

Hey Jeff can you make a video . how to search contract or c2c jobs on linkedin.

[@JeffSu]

What's c2c?

[@blaatgvd]

I LOL'd so hard at that Google Search intro 😂😂

[@JeffSu]

Hahhaa glad you liked that my friend 😁

[@Londya]

Can you do an in-depth video on dex? I think I remember hearing you mentioning this in another video (or maybe I wtched this video a while ago and forgot and for some reason it's not showing as watched on my side of YT smh idk), but I had signed up for Clay because I couldn't remember the name and thought that was the one.

[@JeffSu]

I might do one down the line!

[@the_flushjackson]

Doesn’t adding the resume violate the hyper-targeted principle? Should you have a link to a generic version on your LinkedIn profile?

[@JeffSu]

It's a fair question! First off, you don't NEED to add your resume, best to have a portfolio. Second if you do upload your resume, it can be targeted for the industry 😁

[@cubensic]

Duuuude. Thx

[@JeffSu]

duuuuuuude, you're welcome!

[@ajaytz]

The intro 👌🏻

[@JeffSu]

Glad you liked that Ajay hahaha

[@thetrends5670]

Jeff, do you prefer messaging on LinkedIn or sending an email?

[@JeffSu]

If I have their email I will always prefer to send an email. But failing that LinkedIn messaging is the next best thing!

[@randall_re]

Jeff, I've tried looking up and fixing the issue myself, but what do you do when you click on the link to get to your google drive with your resume and it pops up with Java script blocking you saying it needs to be turned on? I checked, its turned on and on my computer and phone, neither can access when clicking on it through my google chrome webpage.

[@JeffSu]

That's really weird, no-one else had to issue. Try restarting your laptop?

[@kylebhiro7057]

absolute god

[@JeffSu]

No arguments from me there 😁

[@mhlgio]

Not sure where to post it, but... where did you get the pegwall we can see in the back? Can you add it to your list?

[@JeffSu]

What pegwall? 😅

[@mhlgio]

@@JeffSu I mean peg board! 3:52 in this video, in the background on the wall, wooden-ish color. kinda looks like Ikea, but considering that you're really good at finding super useful stuff, I'm wondering if this is something more fancy.

[@JeffSu]

@@mhlgio Oh it's an IKEA pegboard!

[@mhlgio]

@@JeffSu thank you!

[@TREInvestment_couple]

Hi Jeff, for some reason I couldn’t find the skill assessment part of my LinkedIn , it’s just not there , what can I do to find it

[@JeffSu]

It might have been deprecated already 😂

[@Hishambadrelgammal]

great

[@JeffSu]

Thanks 😁

[@gailb1635]

When I try to go to the home page it takes me automatically to my feed and groups is not a search tab? What can I do. Thanks.

[@JeffSu]

Which tip are you referring to?

[@raghavansrinivas1379]

super coll cut 😮

[@JeffSu]

Are you talking about the intro Raghavan 😁

[@raghavansrinivas1379]

@@JeffSu we both have cool cuts though😉

[@JeffSu]

@@raghavansrinivas1379 oh 100%

[@user-pn6ql4fh3b]

Hello jeff, I'm Rolland from Kenya, I have been following your advice for some good time now, always changing my LinkedIn profile as per your advice, But where I have a problem is getting a job, I never went to college, no job experience, I just have a few Certifications for some skills like copywriting, SEO, Email Marketing, and google digital Garage certification for Digital Marketing. How can you help me land a job on LinkedIn sir?

[@JeffSu]

For a non-traditional background like yourself, I'd recommend offering to do free work, get testimonials, and build your own portfolio!

[@nro337]

🔥

[@JeffSu]

😁😁

[@phoenixmcgee4880]

"Overpriced phone company" That's CRAZZYYY😂

[@JeffSu]

I mean...is it not true 😏

[@janicexu95]

05:14 lmao I like #4 😁

[@JeffSu]

Hahaha glad you liked that joke Janice 😁

[@StephanieDaniels]

Damn, this is the greatest video ever haha

[@JeffSu]

No arguments from me Stephanie 😉

[@jentheuriet]

How do you find groups from your past employers?

[@JeffSu]

Search for the company name on LinkedIn :)

[@sohannag612]

That hook 😂😂

[@JeffSu]

Did you like it 😁

[@mylilpc]

Awesome intro 😂

[@JeffSu]

Haha thanks so much!!

[@afridmondal3454]

This is one of the best and useful content I have ever seen. Amazing. Thank you @JeffSu

[@JeffSu]

Thanks what I love to hear Afrid!! 😁

[@Samuel-wf6kk]

5:16 😂😂😂😂

[@JeffSu]

Hahaha glad you liked that part 😁