As a job seeker you need to be proactive and it is important that you get yourself on the radar of the recruiting manager. Networking used to take place on the golf course or at breakfast clubs, but the internet has opened it up to all.
A basic account with LinkedIn is free and if used correctly can be a powerful tool in your job searching arsenal. You can add contacts such as current and past work colleagues; you can ask your contacts to introduce you to their connections. You can seek out hiring managers and even add a PowerPoint presentation detailing a project you have successfully completed or demonstrate your skills in a previous role.
Groups are the engine room of LinkedIn and we would recommend joining relevant Food Industry groups where you can enter discussions, view jobs, catch up with ex-colleagues and let relevant people know that you are available. There will also be groups available covering your particular job discipline, alumni, and company groups for current and ex employees. We would recommend that you join at least ten relevant groups. FoodRecruit manage a very active group on Linkedin where Food professionals discuss market trends, company news and the state of the jobs market. If you would like to join our group, just send us a request on LinkedIn.
Being proactive and maintaining a positive online identify is increasingly important and time spent on LinkedIn developing your online persona, sharing experiences and contributing to discussions will be time well spent, as employers latch on to the benefits of social media as a cost-effective candidate engagement tool.
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