Create A LinkedIn Recruiter Profile That Stands Out

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Make sure your photo is professional and approachable. Connecting with people is your job, so ideally get a pro headshot or use smartphone portrait filters.

Your photo should have good lighting and a simple background. If you’re using an existing photo, choose a current one so candidates will recognize you. You want to communicate warmth and friendliness, so practice your expression — smile with your eyes. Wear what you’d wear to work, ideally solids since they look better on camera.

Customizing your cover photo adds a personal recruitment branding touch. Ideas include your company logo, nature, or city skyline. Let your creativity guide you.

Make it quick: Sum up what you do in a sentence or two.
Make it catchy: Write a memorable sentence that gets attention.
Make it you: Show how your personality and job set you apart.

A generic profile that reads like a resume won’t stand out. What do you bring to the table that’s different? Why are you passionate about your job? What makes you, you? These are key ingredients to gain trust with candidates and motivate them to connect with you. Be authentic, write in the first person — not too formally — and most importantly, be yourself.

Consider working in elements from these five areas. Each recruiter is different, so focus on the areas that work for you. Check out these profile summaries for examples.

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Focus on getting a variety of recommendations from people that prove your depth of experience.
Ask potential references to include how you helped solve professional challenges.
Encourage people to make your accomplishments crystal clear.
Request that they include key details about you and your unique working style.

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How to make your LinkedIn Recruiter profile stand out

Your recruitment branding matters more than you think.

Follow these 4 steps to make your LinkedIn recruiter profile stand out.

Use an engaging, friendly profile photo.

Write a profile headline that demands attention.

Create a LinkedIn recruiter summary that tells your story.

Spotlight experience.

Share a story.

Get creative.

Weave in humor.

Express enthusiasm.

Build credibility with recommendations.

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