How I Leveraged the Power of LinkedIn in My Job Search

Do you have a professional and well-put-together LinkedIn profile?

If you are looking for a job or planning to make a career change in the near future, consider having a LinkedIn profile because it is an integral part of your search. 

You may be having a profile but is inactive or you have never taken the time to understand exactly how you can leverage LinkedIn in your job search. If you are not making good use of LinkedIn, you are missing a great opportunity to network and be found by potential employers.

I had a conversation with Harieth Alice M’mbone who had been looking for a job and through LinkedIn; she came

across the role of Villa Supervisor we had advertised for our client Villa Zahra.

Here is her story and a few things you can pick from her journey.

Tell us about yourself.

My name is Harieth Alice, a hotelier by profession specializing in front office operations and administrative work. I am a highly dedicated, hardworking professional with an aspiring progressive career, self-driven, ambitious, analytical, and a team player with good interpersonal skills. My goal is to work in a highly competitive and dynamic organization specializing in providing quality standards to enable me gain exposure and the face current needs.

How long have you been looking for a job?

I had been looking for a job for around six months and I wanted to grow in my career since I had the required skills that would help me perform better in a more senior role.

What has your job search experience been like?

Job search just like for other job seekers was never easy. Mine was hectic but Corporate Staffing made it much easier.

Are there any specific challenges you encountered in your job search process?

Yes, in a competitive job market, finding the right job and environment that fosters career growth is not easy.

Where did you hear about Corporate Staffing and the job opportunity? And would you recommend Corporate Staffing to anyone?

I learned about Corporate Staffing through social media, LinkedIn to be specific. I would highly recommend Corporate Staffing to anyone any day any time.

How was the application and interview process?

I enjoyed every bit of the application, interview at CSS, and at the client stage because it was swift and was conducted professionally.

Did you think you would get the job?

Yes, the job description required someone with 2 years of proven experience in the hospitality industry which I had.

What do you think employers look for or check when selecting suitable candidates?

Employers are keen on several facts from your employment history, driving records, honesty, and consistency to your commitment to delivering and bringing value.

Many professionals continue to look for jobs during this tough time. What is your advice to them?

If your job search has not been successful, do not give up. Make use of social media platforms because there are many active job listings on LinkedIn, many of which you can apply for in one click. Check and apply for the jobs that you meet the requirements to increase your chances of getting shortlisted.