You might be busy. But if you’re interested in making a career move in the New Year, then you need to get active on LinkedIn. Not sure where to start? Here are a few quick actions from the LinkedIn profile writers at ResumeSpice you can easily take in the days and weeks ahead that can have a big impact on your career in 2019:

Keep your profile current.

It sounds like a no-brainer. And yet, many professionals have stagnant profiles that sit there year after year without so much as a word change. But if you want to stand out and make the best impression possible on recruiters and hiring managers, you need to ensure your profile is current and compelling.

Keep in mind, too, your profile doesn’t need to read like a resume. It should offer more unique insight into who you are and what you do in order to get your audience engaged. You can do that in any number of ways, from telling a story to promoting your portfolio to sharing a video of an important career highlight.

Post status updates.

Status updates help your connections learn about your skills and experience; they also keep you on their radar. Not only that, but according to LinkedIn, job seekers who updated their status weekly were 10 times more likely to be contacted by recruiters. Some different update ideas include asking questions, sharing quotes and information, talking about industry trends, or offering your take on a hot career-related topic.

Stay social.

If you want to make the most of LinkedIn, it’s important to stay social on it. That means regularly engaging with your contacts by liking, sharing and commenting on their activities. It also means taking the time to research and seek out new connections. When you do, though, don’t send a generic connection message. Take the time to craft a custom invitation to connect.

Join a group.

Being active in a Group on LinkedIn can offer many different benefits. It can help you expand your network within your field beyond those in your immediate circle. It can also help you increase your visibility among other industry professionals, as well as recruiters and hiring managers looking for professionals like you. Finally, it can give you a forum for posting your own questions and engaging in discussions that can enhance your knowledge base.

Search jobs.

At any given time, there are millions of different job opportunities being promoted on LinkedIn. So if you’re looking to make a career move, spend some time searching these and setting up email alerts so you’re notified when new opportunities get posted.

Interested in a new job in the New Year?

Connect with the LinkedIn profile writers at ResumeSpice for help with yours. We can help you build a powerful presence online, all so you can achieve your career goals. Call us today at 832.930.7378 to learn more or get started.