My Successful LinkedIn Job Search Experience

President Barack Obama once jested during a TV press conference that after his term was up, he would join LinkedIn to help him land a new job!

It’s no secret that LinkedIn is the top professional social networking site that employers use to post job vacancies and headhunt the right candidates.

Professionals who have a visible social media presence have a higher chance of being noticed by potential employers.

It is important to make it up to date and be comprehensive about your current skills, experience, and objectives.

Through LinkedIn, Jerry Omondi came across the role of Sales Manager we had advertised for our client ETG.

Here is his career journey and a few lessons you can pick.

Tell us about yourself

I am a skilled sales professional with eight years of experience in sales management, team leadership, client interaction, business development, customer service, relationship management, and human resource management.

Expertise in developing and monitoring sales plans, recruitment, and selection, monitoring product availability, and providing training to new members.

In addition, I can bring out the best in teams and manage them effectively and foster my expertise in sales and marketing to contribute to the profitable growth of the organization.        

How long have you been looking for a job?

I started seriously looking for a job recently when I realized I needed a challenge and career progression in my area of expertise.

What has your job search experience been like?

Job search sometimes is not a walk in the park but the secret to succeeding is to have a professionally written CV to represent your skills and experience and show the employers that you’re the right person for the job.

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

I encountered several challenges, one being unable to get the right jobs, failing to get feedback from employers, and attending interviews that didn’t translate to job offers.

Where did you hear about Corporate Staffing and the job opportunity?

Through LinkedIn, I learned about Corporate Staffing and I would recommend Corporate Staffing anytime to anyone because of the transparent hiring process.

How was the application and interview process?

The interviewers exhibited a high level of professionalism and that made the process excellent. There was also prompt feedback.

Did you think you would get the job? Please give a reason.

I had prepared myself well for the job interview and I had gone the extra mile to research what the employer was looking for to be able to connect with my skills and experience.

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

Employers look for the relevant skills, experience, skills, and right attitude for the Job and if you will culturally fit their organization.

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

My advice is to have an updated CV that is tailored to the role and show that you are right for the role. Apply for the right jobs and prepare well for the interview to increase your chances of getting a job offer.