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Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by dustydee: 3:56pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
Gotten several calls from recruiters but no job yet mainly due to visa restrictions. I don't use premium except when it is offered free. 1 Like |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by dmjinc(m): 3:56pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
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Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by yomalex(m): 3:59pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
Mostly Foreign firms but Nigerian companies are increasingly using it 1 Like |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by segsxpendable(m): 4:13pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
am on it too....already applied for 17 jobs @ 17 diff companies nd saved 20 jobs already,,,,buh no calls,text or mail yet regarding to their feedbacks,,,despite d fact dah my c.v is filled wit professional exams....pls,am i missing sometin?? |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by baron2000(m): 4:22pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
hectorswag: You are just so so half right. Thousands of jobs go unpublished everyday. Mine is an example . 2 Likes |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by baron2000(m): 4:28pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
I have been contacted severally on LinkedIn. For interviews, conferences, seminars etc. I finally landed a dream job in October. A recruiter just contacted me sometimes in September and by 10th we were done negotiating. In 2012 I almost got another job through LinkedIn. It was an Indian based recruitment firm. I was selected, but the multinational firm they were recruiting for decided to change thier requirements. It was worth the wait anyways. 1 Like |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by baron2000(m): 4:32pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
If your profile is "rich" and you join productive groups. You also need to add up HR people on your contact. But you need to be active on the network. LinkedIn works. I'm a testimony 4 Likes |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by Nobody: 4:52pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
Hmmmmm! I am still waiting to be contacted oh. My Profile is 100% complete. |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by bollingjoe(m): 4:54pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
I got a job through LinkedIn. Infact I didn't. I have a good profile. It was after I got a job here I started to build a profile |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by Maczeelly(m): 4:56pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
Can someone please tell us how it work.....I have linkedin account yet I don't understand how it works. The linkedin expert in the house can you please put us through 1 Like |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by delors(m): 4:57pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
When I was taking a master's program, my first internship with a big Canadian media firm was through LinkedIn. I was contacted by a media assistant because I was a regular respondent to their posts. So after back and forth dialogues for weeks on topical discussions, at a point, I informed them I was looking for a placement for my internship. I got invited without wahala and I was placed on full time payment scale. From there, I went straight into the government. LinkedIn makes sense if u make sense on it. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by Nobody: 4:59pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
bollingjoe:Can you please tell us more.what did you do? |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by Jarus(m): 5:06pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
hectorswag: I agree. Nigerian recruiters are still stuck to traditional recruitment system. Headhunting not so developed here 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by ITbomb(m): 6:10pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
The fact about this (imo) is that LinkedIn is more of advantage to people who wants to change jobs than fresh graduates. 12 Likes |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by hectorswag(m): 6:18pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
baron2000:so ure saying it has to do with how "rich" my profile is and the kind of groups I follow and having HR persons as my contacts, interesting. But I'm sure ure aware u can't just go adding people as connects on linkedin, its not like Facebook. You have to provide their email address to prove u know them. Anyway, i'll go with the idea, thanks. I would like to view yours to get the idea of constructing a good profile. |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by beewhyfocs(m): 6:26pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
I once got an invite from a US based engineering design firm with an office in Nigeria. I almost turned down the interview invitation since I was already gainfully employed then (that was in 2013) and I'm still gainfully employed anyway. They later cancelled the job opening anyway due to their operational reasons. What thrilled me was that the interviewers were Italians and they actually flew in from Italy to conduct the interview in Nigeria. It was an interesting experience to have taken part in that session. The hint is this; ensure your profile is well prepared like your resume. Also try and add enough of your colleagues and superiors who also have good network. Join various networks or groups in your field. A lot of recruitment agencies have added me through such as well. 1 Like |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by Adesiji77: 6:26pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
A colleague got a job through Linkedin and resumed last month. Will ask him how he did it... 2 Likes |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by Drdreluv: 6:30pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
yes some day to come! |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by KAYCEEJUNIOR(m): 6:34pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
I got an invite with Jiuhua Group still expectant thou after the interview, I believe so much on linkedin and as day Passes by , I derive new strategy to head hunt for employers....by the way, check out my customised linkedin profile via my signature and help me criticise it 1 Like |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by thekrine: 6:41pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
Hello Maximip, I got my current job (resumed December 1) via Linkedin. The job was advertised there and here is a link: https://ng.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/11028048 Also, while at my previous job, I also did some HR and looked for candidates on Linkedin to fill various roles but the one person I gave a trial for a freelance writing role was absolutely nothing she claimed to be. Her writing was horrible and all she did was steal articles off the internet and send to me. That said, there are lots of recruiters searching on Linkedin for candidates. Make sure your profile is updated, be honest (very important) and most importantly, don't fold your hands waiting for recruiters to look for you; use the job search function. Most of the best workplaces out there advertise their latest roles on LinkedIn before sending such jobs to jobsearch websites. Cheers |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by olu4life(m): 6:51pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
I think its about endorsement of skills. Time to dust my profile there. Anyone wanna add up? I must boost my profile |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by omowolewa: 6:53pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
Its real, I got my second Job through linkedin. I am to resume by January. 1 Like |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by rodeo0070(m): 7:19pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
Maczeelly:Hi friend, click on the link below: https://www.nairaland.com/1556582/how-make-stunning-linkedin-profile I hope it helps... 1 Like |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by rodeo0070(m): 7:21pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
I got several job invites via Linkedin but I only 2 jobs at the end of the day. I turned the job down then 'cos of location.... For more on Linkedin, https://www.nairaland.com/1556582/how-make-stunning-linkedin-profile |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by Nobody: 7:49pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
I got my job through linkedIn. I really bless God for HIS favours. And yes, it is a nigerian company with multi-nationals as share holders. All I am saying is for you to pray and let God do HIS wonders. 2 Likes |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by uzolexis(f): 8:09pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
KAYCEEJUNIOR: Hi, just checked out ur linkedin profile and it's amazing, i'd like to connect, pls send me ur e-mail. thanks |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by jideflows(m): 8:43pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
$100... pls let them interview me for 24hrs... lol chukux2: |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by Giannakopoulos(f): 9:25pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
I source for Candidates through Linkedin, but its a pity because the number of unemployed persons residing in Nigeria is not much on Linkedin,but we get referrals there as well. |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by ruthlaura(m): 10:12pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
Abg send me d website 1 Like |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by BEN1986: 11:05pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
I got my present job through linkedin. It helps better if you got experience. Till date I still get calls from recruiters. Package your CV well and get relevant connections. It works like Facebook but know ur reason for being there not a social centre. Good luck |
Re: Got A Job Through Linkedin??? by Nobody: 11:18pm On Dec 13, 2014 |
Giannakopoulos: Please i am seriously in need of job. I plead that you recommend any suitable one for me. Thanks in anticipation. Stay blessed. |
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