Jeff Young

#TheLinkedInGuru

#TheLinkedInGuru is not a real company.

𝗜 𝗱𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗻𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁.

Sometimes when I have introduced myself as #TheLinkedInGuru (Teacher) I have jokingly said that GURU stands for "General Understanding, Relatively Useless". Well, I believe GURU stands for "Gets to Uncover the Real Usefulness" instead.

Since I retired at the end of 2007, my focus has been volunteering and devoting my time to being a Professional Networker / LinkedIn Guru (Teacher), teaching Networking and LinkedIn and I have trained thousands of professionals in how to maximize their networking skills and best utilize networking tools.

Networking is the life-blood that feeds the process of building relationships. Networking is important in all aspects of our lives. I believe that LinkedIn is one of the best tools available to help you find the right people, connect with them and build long-term relationships. That's what I do and that's what I can help you do.

★★ As a Professional Networker and LinkedIn Guru, I have provided nearly 200 free LinkedIn workshops in the last three years. ★★

I'm excited about being able to contribute to the community in so many different areas!

Professional Networker, LinkedIn Training, LinkedIn Trainer, LinkedIn Tips, ★ #TheLinkedInGuru ★

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DG979H66?ccs_id=8a9117ba-6de5-4966-9af6-c4e324ae2a32

Faster than a speeding algorithm! More powerful than a corporate network! Able to leap tall career obstacles in a single bound! It's "Be Effective on LinkedIn® With #TheLinkedInGuru".

Penned by #TheLinkedInGuru, Jeff Young, this book harnesses the power of 16 years of LinkedIn® wisdom to transform you into the superhero of your professional universe.

Author of Be Effective on LinkedIn®: With #TheLinkedInGuru and Chief Collaborator Gillian Whitney

𝗜 𝗱𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗻𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁.

Please check out the links in the media section of this role for links to the many guest appearances as #TheLinkedInGuru (Teacher) I have had over the last couple of years on various podcasts, LinkedIn Lives and Zoom sessions.  The topic always comes around to LinkedIn so please enjoy the tips I have provided!  Namaste 🙏 🖖

Podcast and LinkedIn Live Guest Part 1 LinkedIn Training, LinkedIn Trainer, LinkedIn Tips

Podcast and LinkedIn Live Guest Part 2 LinkedIn Training, LinkedIn Trainer, LinkedIn Tips

This group is in support of the #DecidetobeKind movement by Shelly Elsliger to ensure that LinkedIn remains a safe and prosperous place for everyone who wants to own space on LinkedIn to tell their story.  This is a movement made up of movers, shakers, and influencers banning together to build community and to do all we can to increase awareness around the trolls and bullies who want to exert power and manipulate people on the LinkedIn platform. This community is worldwide and together we will make it better-Our voices will be heard and we are ultimately #Inittogether

Let's come together and wear our wristbands to show that we are #inittogether and we say "NO" to bullying on LinkedIn

More about the movement and wristbands here:

https://linkedexpress.ca/decide-to-be-kind/

Proud Member of the #KindClub

Jewish Family Services

𝗜 𝗱𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗻𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁.

Malka Bendor:

Jeff Young, #TheLinkedInGuru has impacted literally hundreds of job seekers (if not more) who attend his LinkedIn workshops at Jewish Family Services and across Central Ohio. In today's job search world the LinkedIn tool is key to success and Jeff is the master educator, navigating us through what could be a complex, sensitive and overwhelming topic. His teaching style, his subject matter expertise, his patience and ability to hold the attention of an entire room is quite amazing. There is always something new to teach as LinkedIn is updated so frequently and Jeff does not let his students and "fan club" miss a beat. He lights up our room on a monthly basis and gives everyone the confidence they need to build a great profile and the tools to keep refining it! I am so grateful and thankful everyday that Jeff is part of the Jewish Family Services "family" of speakers.

Cherrie Durant:

Jeff Young, #TheLinkedInGuru has presented multiple times for my Job Seekers here at Jewish Family Services. Each time, Jeff has provided the most up-to-date information regarding the use of LinkedIn. And getting the most of LinkedIn during the job search. 

Jeff keeps his audience engaged and his presentation interactive. I highly recommend Jeff Young, “The LinkedIn Guru”, to any audience who wants to maximize their LinkedIn account.

Volunteer LinkedIn Training, LinkedIn Trainer, LinkedIn Tips

Ability Professional Network, LLC

𝗜 𝗱𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗻𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁.

I have partnered with Scioto Ridge (now Ability Professional Network) as a Professional Networker and #TheLinkedInGuru (Teacher) for many years now and I have the utmost respect for the leadership of the organization including a long-time professional relationship with Ken Lazar (one of the founding members). I am very pleased to be a part of their volunteer cadre of speakers.

The Scioto Ridge Job Networking Group® was organized to assist mid-career professionals who have lost their job or are anticipating a career change by supporting them in many ways. 

The mission of the Scioto Ridge Job Networking Group was to help mid-career professionals find good jobs. They accomplish that by networking together professionals with companies who are hiring or aware of positions. Sponsors support the members by offering resume writing, career coaching, benefit consulting and more! 

Ability Professional Network, LLC is the next generation of recruiters. They offer a wide variety of services including:

- Building pipelines of talented individuals for our clients. 
- Providing informed career advice for our candidates. 
- Helping clients grow their company. 
- Helping candidates grow their careers.

Volunteer Speaker, LinkedIn Training, LinkedIn Trainer, LinkedIn Tips

Global Goodwill Ambassadors (GGA)

Recognized as a Professional Networker, doing LinkedIn Training, LinkedIn Trainer and #TheLinkedInGuru (Teacher), providing nearly 200 free LinkedIn Workshops in the past three years.

Volunteer Speaker and Trainer, helping Seniors, Mid-Career Professionals with Career Advice and Transitioning as well as educating individuals through seminars and workshops.

Volunteer Member 🌐GGA

COPEC

𝗜 𝗱𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗻𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁.

#TheLinkedInGuru In addition to being a Volunteer Speaker, I am now a member of the Speaker Committee for COPEC.  If you are interested in becoming a COPEC speaker please check out the attached speaker introduction and contact me.

COPEC is the Central Ohio Professional Education Council, a not-for-profit organization created to educate individuals and organizations on various topics through seminars and workshops offered throughout central Ohio. Members and volunteers present programs on timely topics to individuals, groups and corporations at no charge.

I currently volunteer my time at COPEC as a Professional Networker and #TheLinkedInGuru (Teacher) and give various presentations related to Networking and LinkedIn.

COPEC is the Central Ohio Professional Education Council, a not-for-profit organization created to educate individuals and organizations on various topics through seminars and workshops offered throughout central Ohio. Members present programs on timely topics to individuals, groups and corporations at no charge.

Member

Right Management

𝗜 𝗱𝗼 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗻𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁.

#TheLinkedInGuru In addition to the volunteer work I did in 2016, I have expanded my training offerings for Right Management into a once a month forum in 2017 and 2018 and beyond.  Come see #TheLinkedInGuru (Teacher)

The seminars I offer for Right Management's clients are:

LinkedIn:  Ask the Expert,
LinkedIn:  Profile Review and
Maximizing LinkedIn Branding Channels
What's New on LinkedIn and Why Should you Care?

I look forward to continuing to contribute and help Right Management's Columbus, Ohio clients with using LinkedIn effectively.

Godman Guild Association

#TheLinkedInGuru I have had a long-standing relationship with several outstanding employees of the Godman Guild for several years now.  I am very pleased to volunteer my time and talents as a Professional Networker and LinkedIn Guru to such a worthwhile organization.

The mission of Godman Guild is to promote strong families and strong communities in Columbus, Ohio, primarily in the Near Northside. 

Godman Guild Association has a long history of successfully serving the needs of the Central Ohio community. Established in 1898, the Guild helps community members achieve success in life. We do this with a continuum of programs and services designed to promote self-sufficiency and leadership development which translates into economic growth in our community. As one of the top 10 organizations funded by the United Way of Central Ohio, Godman Guild distinguishes itself by achieving outstanding outcomes year after year.

Employment for Seniors

#TheLinkedInGuru Employment For Seniors is the premier resource linking mature adults with employment opportunities.  If you are 50 years of age or older, we are here to help you find employment!  If you are a Central Ohio employer, our mature, talented, skilled and dependable job seekers will provide significant value to your organization. 

EFS has provided career assistance and resources to nearly 30,000 clients, free of charge, over the past 40 years.  Our trained volunteer job counselors work with clients, prepare them for their job search, and connect them to employers through our job referral process.   Registration is an easy ½ hour appointment and can be scheduled by calling the EFS office at 614/863-1219.

For several years now I have volunteered my services to EFS as a Professional Networker/LinkedIn Guru and as a trainer focusing on how seniors can use LinkedIn as a tool for networking and job search.  I wholeheartedly support the mission of this fine organization.

Ohio Dominican University

The purpose of the Board of Advisors is to gather a group of community leaders to advise the faculty of the Business Administration Program on matters related to the academic program and the learning experience of students at Ohio Dominican University.

Members of the Business Administration Board of Advisors are appointed by the Chair of the Division of Business. All appointments are made for a term of two academic years.

Member, Business Administration Board of Advisors

Forty Plus Of Central Ohio

#TheLinkedInGuru Volunteer work for people in career transition. Forty Plus of Central Ohio is a nonprofit 501(c)3, member operated, job search training organization for experienced professionals of all ages who are actively seeking better career opportunities. It has existed since 1982 and has assisted thousands of job seekers.
 
I have been associated with Forty Plus since February 2002 including being an active member President and the Chairman of the Board of Trustees. As a Professional Networker and LinkedIn Guru, I currently teach Networking and LinkedIn classes to members to help them compete in today's job market and I am honored to serve this excellent organization.

Volunteer Trainer

Volunteer work for people in career transition. Forty Plus of Central Ohio is a nonprofit 501(c)3, member operated, job search training organization for experienced professionals of all ages who are actively seeking better career opportunities. It has existed since 1982 and has assisted thousands of job seekers.  In March of 2012, I rejoined the Board of Trustees and was honored to serve this organization again.

I have been associated with Forty Plus since February 2002 including being an active member President and the Chairman of the Board of Trustees. As a Professional Networker and LinkedIn Guru, I currently teach Networking and LinkedIn classes to members to help them compete in today's job market and I am honored to serve this excellent organization.

Board Member

Volunteer work for people in career transition.  40 Plus of Central Ohio is a nonprofit 501(c)3, member operated, job search training organization for experienced professionals of all ages who are actively seeking better career opportunities.  We have existed since 1982 and have assisted thousands of job seekers.  At 40 Plus we like to say, "An effective job search takes 40 plus hours per week" of your focused time and effort.

Come visit us for an open to the public networking meeting every Monday morning at 9 AM.

Chairman of the Board of Trustees

This was my first "tour of duty" on the board at 40 Plus.  I found this organization so helpful when I went through the program in 2002 that I decided to give back my time.

Volunteer work for people in career transition. 40 Plus of Central Ohio is a nonprofit 501(c)3, member operated, job search training organization for experienced professionals of all ages who are actively seeking better career opportunities. We have existed since 1982 and have assisted thousands of job seekers. At 40 Plus we like to say, "An effective job search takes 40 plus hours per week" of your focused time and effort.

Come visit us for an open to the public networking meeting every Monday morning at 9 AM.

𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘃𝗲, 𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐥, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 "𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲" 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗲!
Namaste  🙏  🖖  As a Professional Networker and #TheLinkedInGuru (Teacher), I have provided nearly 200 free LinkedIn workshops in the last 3 years.  I've been on LinkedIn since May 13, 2004 (one of the first 600,000 members to join-member #594945).

🙏  I do not do one-on-one training.  I provide free LinkedIn seminars!  🖖

I talk about #TheLinkedInGuru #GuruGoodNews, #TrustYourTribe, #LinkedInTraining, and #CareerDevelopment

Please subscribe to my Newsletter (Click or Copy/Paste the link)

https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/thelinkedinguru-gazette-6693632635048091649/

I have been teaching LinkedIn for 17 years now.  That's over 1000 seminars X about 20 people per seminar = over 20,000 people (without taking into account the "ripple" effect)!

🙏  I have provided the text below for use as a Speaker Bio should you need one.  Please use whatever portion you think appropriate.  🖖

🙏  𝐉𝐞𝐟𝐟 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝𝐈𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐟𝐭.  🖖

Jeff is a highly qualified Education and Performance Development executive with 30+ years of progressive experience in program design and delivery, and 35+ years of engagement and project management experience. His expertise lies in his ability to identify organizational needs and develop training programs suited to all levels of personnel. Just as significant are his contributions to improved business performance, productivity, quality and profitability.

Jeff is a former Director and Account Manager with Intellinex, an eLearning venture of Ernst & Young, LLP and has helped manage and mentor thousands of people in many different organizations. Since his retirement from OCLC, where he worked as an Enterprise Project Manager, Jeff has been deeply involved in community service by volunteering for and helping manage several local non-profit organizations.

Specialties:
★ Networking, Social Networking
★ LinkedIn Training, LinkedIn Trainer
★ Project Management
★ eLearning
★ Management Consulting

Most recently, Jeff has been devoting his time to being a Professional Networker, teaching Networking and LinkedIn and he has trained thousands of professionals in how to maximize their networking skills and best utilize networking tools. Please see the links in Jeff's Featured Section for examples of his presentations and tips on how to use LinkedIn.

Namaste 🙏 🖖

#TheLinkedInGuru #GuruGoodNews LinkedIn Tip of the Week: Video is a Very Powerful Form of Content.

Everyone has heard the phrase that a picture is worth a thousand words, right?  Well, a moving picture (video) is worth even MORE out here on LinkedIn.

Folks in my network know that I don't post very many videos.  That's because video is not my favorite type of content out here, but I STILL realize that it is very effective and meaningful.

That's why my advice this week is to try to create video and share it every once in a while.  If nothing else, it is a nice change of pace for what you share.

This week I am sharing a short 30 second video that I used for what LinkedIn used to call a "Profile Video".  LinkedIn removed this feature about 2 and a half years ago.

Raise your hand if you remember Profile Video and still have yours!

This brief video is a great way of telling folks who you are and what value you offer.

So, what do you think of mine?  Please let me know in the comments.

Will you be creating and/or sharing your video out here?  If you do, please mention me in your post because I would love to see your version.

If you found this helpful, please go to my Profile and click the “Follow” button and "double ring" my bell to see more tips in your feed.

BTW, did you know that I have published a book "Be Effective on LinkedIn"? Please check it out here: https://mybook.to/A2cX 

If you want access to a whole lot more of my content, do a Google search for "TheLinkedInGuru" (be sure to ignore the TikTok crap)  or use this link: https://lnkd.in/gihT2N4T and bookmark it.

Namaste 🙏 🖖

#TrustYourTribe

#TheLinkedInGuru (Guru = Teacher) LinkedIn Trainer, LinkedIn Training, Professional Networker, Volunteering - getting paid in 3 "Cs", Coffee, Conversation, and occasionally Chocolate! Please Follow Me! Namaste 🙏 🖖

#TheLinkedInGuru #GuruGoodNews LinkedIn Tip of the Week:  Manage Your Active Status on LinkedIn

Did you know that you can manage who can see you if you are active on LinkedIn?

It shows up as a "green dot" when folks look at you in Messaging or Notifications.

It's really easy to do with this setting:

https://lnkd.in/gRBuZthq

I've chosen to allow "All LinkedIn members" to see that I am on the platform while I am out here.

Other options are:

- Your connections only and
- No one

Although you can hide your active status , I recommend that you let everyone know you are here because it can lead to more engagement and more conversation on your content and comments.

BTW, LinkedIn says it is important to know that "LinkedIn may use data relating to your activity on LinkedIn to personalize our services, so that they can be more relevant and useful to you and others."

How are you set up to show your active status?  Please comment and let me know your reasons.

If you found this helpful, please go to my Profile and click the “Follow” button and "double ring" my bell to see more tips in your feed.

BTW, did you know that I have published a book "Be Effective on LinkedIn"? Please check it out here: https://mybook.to/A2cX 

If you want access to a whole lot more of my content, do a Google search for "TheLinkedInGuru" (be sure to ignore the TikTok crap)  or use this link: https://lnkd.in/gihT2N4T and bookmark it.

Namaste 🙏 🖖

#TrustYourTribe

#TheLinkedInGuru #GuruGoodNews LinkedIn Tip of the Week: Live from New York!  It's... "High Five" Things You Can Do To Be More Effective on LinkedIn

Here's a quick list of 5 things you should check out whether you are new to LinkedIn or a long-time LinkedIn user:

1) Change your URL to remove the "gobbledy-gook" default characters and make it just your name or your name and a part of your brand.

https://lnkd.in/gkZmdYv8

2) Make sure your Profile is written (especially your About Section) in 1st person. You wouldn't refer to yourself in 3rd person so make sure all the text on your profile is like a conversation with the person who visits.

https://lnkd.in/g9ye_Jg4

3) Change your Professional Headline to state your unique value proposition and include strategic keywords. DON'T use special characters because they might hinder your getting found.

https://lnkd.in/gjnzXBAr

4) Update your Profile Photo. There is nothing worse that seeing a "blank" gray icon here and also make sure that your photo is visible to "Anyone" (even people who are not on LinkedIn).

https://lnkd.in/g74iKEgZ

5) Make sure you have filled in and made available as much information as you can in your "Contact Info" Section as possible. Consider including things like websites, phone number, address, and Email if you are comfortable showing this information. It will help others contact you if they are interested in what you have to offer.

https://lnkd.in/gqxWrwky

What else would you recommend as a "High Five" change to make on your profile. Please let me know in the comments!

If you found this helpful, please go to my Profile and click the “Follow” button and "double ring" my bell to see more tips in your feed.

BTW, did you know that I have published a book "Be Effective on LinkedIn"? Please check it out here: https://mybook.to/A2cX 

If you want access to a whole lot more of my content, do a Google search for "TheLinkedInGuru" (be sure to ignore the TikTok crap)  or use this link: https://lnkd.in/gihT2N4T and bookmark it.

Namaste 🙏 🖖

#TrustYourTribe

#TheLinkedInGuru #GuruGoodNews LinkedIn Tip of the Week: Be a LinkedIn ROCKSTAR

Over 5 years ago I created an acronym for the community of people listed in the document below that exemplified what I thought were best practices on LinkedIn.

That acronym and that community of people are still going strong all these years later because in the end it has never really been about numbers.

It has been about building REAL relationships with REAL people.

If you want to really get involved, build a network and make a difference on LinkedIn, then be a R-O-C-K-S-T-A-R like this folks:

“R”eal desire to help
“O”utstanding knowledge
“C”aring attitude
“K”ind and giving
“S”uper connections
“T”rust your network
“A”ctively engage
“R”elationship builder

A huge shout out to Brenda Meller🥧 for her devotion and commitment to creating this list such a long time ago and creating such wonderful memories.

Please have a look at the attached list and let me know if you recognize some of these stellar individuals.

I highly recommend that you check out all the people on this list and connect or follow with those that align with your values.

If you would like to download this document, click on the full screen icon in the lower right and then click on the download icon in the upper right of the new window.

If you found this helpful, please go to my Profile and click the “Follow” button and "double ring" my bell to see more tips in your feed.

BTW, did you know that I have published a book "Be Effective on LinkedIn"? Please check it out here: https://mybook.to/A2cX 

If you want access to a whole lot more of my content, do a Google search for "TheLinkedInGuru" (be sure to ignore the TikTok crap)  or use this link: https://lnkd.in/gihT2N4T and bookmark it.

Namaste 🙏 🖖

#TrustYourTribe

Brenda Meller ROCKSTAR List 11/07/2020

#TheLinkedInGuru #GuruGoodNews LinkedIn Tip of the Week:  Only Use a Trusted Partner for Marketing on LinkedIn.

Did you know that there is a long list of trusted solutions partners that you can use to help you market your business on LinkedIn?

The list even includes some long-time players like Adobe, Canva, and Hootsuite.

And, most important, and the GOOD NEWS is all of these solutions are APPROVED for use with LinkedIn.

For the entire current approved list please take a look at this link:

https://lnkd.in/g9vkn7M2

Now for the BAD NEWS... if you are using a package that is NOT on this list then you are in violation of LinkedIn's Terms of Service and your account could be restricted.

As many of my other LinkedIn collaborators put it "If it's NOT on the list... you must resist"!

Do you have a favorite from the list that you use?  Please let me know in the comments and help others discover something new.

If you found this helpful, please go to my Profile and click the “Follow” button and "double ring" my bell to see more tips in your feed.

BTW, did you know that I have published a book "Be Effective on LinkedIn"? Please check it out here: https://mybook.to/A2cX 

If you want access to a whole lot more of my content, do a Google search for "TheLinkedInGuru" (be sure to ignore the TikTok crap)  or use this link: https://lnkd.in/gihT2N4T and bookmark it.

Namaste 🙏 🖖

#TrustYourTribe

Shelley Piedmont, SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Career GPS, LLC

Are you stuck in your career, unhappy about what you are doing, and can't see yourself continuing on the same path until you decide to retire?

Are you unhappy at work, but you can't put your finger on the exact problem? Should you change your career or change your employer? You don't know the right answer and need some insight to make the best decision.

You have been on auto-pilot and have done well in your career, but you need to figure out how to best articulate your value.

If any of these scenarios speak to you, then YouMap® may be for you.

As a certified YouMap® coach, we will deep dive into your strengths, values, skills, and personality-based interests to help you understand what work and what environments are best for you. This will help you better understand what types of roles, managers, and organizations better align with what you need for career success.

Reach out to me at spiedmont@mycareergps.com for more information.

Career Coach

Have you been in a job search for a few months and have yet to see any results?

Are you about to start a job search and what to get the best results in the fastest amount of time?

I can help you develop a job search strategy for your situation that fits best with what you do best. I can't promise that your job search will be fun, but I can make it more organized and efficient. I will provide tools and tips to help you reach your goal and ongoing support.

Feel free to contact me at spiedmont@mycareergps.com to talk about how we can work together.

Job Search Strategy Coach

I have conducted thousands of interviews. I have seen people ace an interview; I have also seen people do horribly. Do you know what the difference often was between the two? Practice. 

Work with me on your interviewing skills. I will help you craft compelling answers to common interview questions and any that may cause you concern. I will provide feedback that you will rarely get when you interview. 

Contact me at spiedmont@mycareergps.com to discuss how I might be able to help you.

Interview Expert

Not having a LinkedIn profile that is optimized for being found could be costing you opportunities. 

For many Recruiters, LinkedIn is the first place they look for candidates for their job openings. Wouldn't you like to be one of the people that are contacted? Wouldn't you like to meet interesting and influential people in your field? Of course! 

One of the best ways is to make sure you have an interesting and engaging LinkedIn profile. I can help you do this and devise an outreach strategy that will help you build your network.  

Contact me at spiedmont@mycareergps.com to discuss how I can help you.

LinkedIn Profile Optimizer

Do you want feedback on how to write a strong resume?  I believe it is much better to learn how to write a great resume (which most of us were never taught) because you then have knowledge that will serve you well throughout your career. 

This is my teaching how to fish service. 

We will get on a recorded Zoom call, and I will review your resume for content and formatting. We will guide you on how to improve your story to catch the hiring team's eye. 

We can also help you ensure you are not making mistakes that could prove problematic for Applicant Tracking Systems. Once you update your resume with our suggestions, we will review your writing and provide written feedback.

Contact me at spiedmont@mycareergps.com to discuss how I can help you with your resume.

Resume Strategist

Avendra LLC

I aligned business objectives with employees and management at Avendra as well as the other Aramark owned Group Purchase Organizations (GPOs), two in the US, one in Canada and two in Europe (500+ employees). The position served as a consultant to management on human resource-related issues and acted as an employee champion and change agent.

Key Results:
-2016 and 2017 winner of the Washington Post Top Workplace award and a Glassdoor rating of 4.4.
-Time-to-fill and cost-per-hire decreased when the recruitment process was streamlined by changing the application process, development of new candidate sources, the addition of better performing vendors, and implementation of a new Applicant Tracking System (ATS).  
-Developed curricula for new hires and supervisors. Added new training vendors. Led a project to redesign the user interface of the Learning Management System (LMS) for ease of use.
-Project leader that moved the company from a manual to an electronic performance management system.  Redesigned job competencies. Quarterly performance feedback introduced.
-Exceptional Contribution Award winner for my leadership in successfully implementing new recruitment and performance software.

HR Director, Avendra Group

I oversaw HR strategy for all aspects of employee development programs and systems, performance management, retention, training, employee relations, onboarding processes and recruiting/selection processes and systems. Avendra has 300 employees located between our Maryland HQ and California office as well as home-based employees across the country and in Canada.

Director of Talent

WTS International

I was in charge of corporate HR strategy, workforce planning, training and organizational development, employee relations, and compensation and benefits for over 1,500 employees located in 80 locations throughout the United States. 

Key Results:
-First HR Director and built the HR department.
-Implemented new HR software systems (ADP timekeeping and iCIMS ATS).
-Developed HR-specific and management soft skill training for managers that was delivered on-site and via webinar.
-Implemented a new performance management system.
-Decreased employee turnover year after year.

Director of Human Resources

Bell Nursery

I was hired to develop the Human Resources Department. I was a one person HR department for 300 full time and 1,000 seasonal employees that worked in the Garden Centers of Home Depot stores in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Key Results:
-Planned and developed the specifications for a new HRIS system, timekeeping, applicant tracking, payroll and expense tracking system. Chose vendor. Project manager for implementation. Developed and provided training.
-Integrated two acquisition companies to ensure consistent policies and procedures, benefits, and compensation.
-Developed a recruitment plan that led to the hiring of 800 seasonal employees (truck drivers, laborers, agricultural workers, and retail employees).
-Organizational restructuring of the retail supervisory positions to include new job descriptions and compensation plans.

Human Resources Manager

Century Pool Managemen

Managed the Domestic Recruitment, Human Resources and Payroll Departments. The organization had 50 full time and 600+ seasonal employees. Managed a staff of four Recruiters, an HR Assistant and a Payroll Manager.

Key Results:
-Conducted HR audit which resulted in the overhaul of the recruitment process to ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws.
-Led HR to become the top department in the area of client responsiveness in the company.
-Developed new metrics reports for the HR area which resulted in greater efficiency of recruitment efforts and a shorter time-to-fill.

Arbitron (Purchased by Nielson)

Staffing Specialist (part-time) for the call center located in Columbia, MD. Headed a three person team responsible for staffing a 100-seat outbound call center.

Key Results:
-Reached all staffing goals on time and on budget. Increased center performance and eliminated all overtime expenses.
-Hired 300+ Research Associates per year.
-Hired 30+ bilingual Research Associates. Attained the highest-ever staffing level for bilingual RAs.

Staffing Specialist

ARAMARK

Human Resources Manager for the Private Education and Employer Child Care Divisions. I was in charge of all HR duties, to include recruiting, compensation, employee relations, training and benefits administration. I was promoted to this position from the Recruitment Manager position with Children's World Learning Centers. 

Key Results:
-Increased racial and gender diversity of staff.
-Achieved an optimal staffing level that was cited for the improved performance of the division.
-Made changes to compensation to align corporate business practices with industry norms.
-Integrated the two lines of business into the corporate culture while still maintaining their distinct business identities.

The TJX Companies, Inc.

Provided recruiting services for management and staff in a 10 state region.

Key Results:
-Three times named National Recruiter of the Quarter.
-During tenure I decreased average cost-per-hire each year by using creative recruiting techniques.

Regional Recruitment Manager

Do you want a more fulfilling career but feel unsure where to start? 
Perhaps your current job search isn't yielding results, and you are frustrated and lost.

I'm Shelley Piedmont, a Career Coach who specializes in empowering individuals to break free from their career ruts, master the modern job market, and get hired faster. 

With over 20 years of recruiting experience and 6 years as a Job Search Coach, I've read thousands of resumes, reviewed countless LinkedIn profiles, and interviewed candidates at all levels, from entry-level positions to senior leadership. You can trust that I've seen it all, and I'm here to guide you through it.

I want to help you craft a fulfilling career and navigate the complexities of a job search. Through personalized coaching and proven strategies, I help my clients overcome these common challenges:

•  Is your current career lacking fulfillment? Do you go through the motions but yearn for a more meaningful career that allows you to thrive? – I help you identify a career path that aligns with your strengths, values, motivating skills, and personality-based interests. 

•  Feeling lost in your job search - Together, we'll develop a customized strategy that maximizes your visibility and lands you the job you deserve.

•  Is your resume falling into a black hole? - Having screened countless resumes, I know what grabs the attention of hiring managers. I'll teach you how to craft a compelling document that showcases your unique skills and experience in a way that will interest recruiters and hiring managers. 

•  Unsure how to leverage LinkedIn? Based on my insider knowledge of LinkedIn and what recruiters seek, I can teach you strategies to build a powerful online presence that attracts the right opportunities. 

•  Are interviews leaving you confused with no feedback? – I'll identify areas for improvement and help you stand out from the competition. We'll master interview techniques, build confidence, and prepare you to ace your next interview. 

•  Do you want to be paid your worth? – We'll develop a targeted salary negotiation strategy to help you get what is important to YOU and ask confidently. 

Check out my recommendations section to see how I have helped many job seekers meet their goals.

Are you feeling stuck? I can help you find a job where you can thrive. 

Schedule a free consultation today to discuss your career goals and learn how I can help you achieve them! 

www.mycareer.gps.com/appointments

Interview the Right Way Coach

Shelley Piedmont

A post this week claimed job seekers shouldn't be nervous in interviews. It got 279 comments, and many people pushed back hard.


What was the disconnect? The poster didn't account for what people are actually living through right now.

This was the reality from the comments:
—Single parents with rent due and Christmas approaching
—Professionals unemployed for 6+ months and behind on their mortgage
—Experienced workers over 50 constantly battling ageism 
—Talented people building portfolios at night, researching companies thoroughly, doing everything "right," but still getting ghosted

These people do not lack preparation or confidence. It's about a market that's crushing people, good people.

I'll be honest: I still get nervous in interviews.

My last interview was for an internal promotion. People who already knew my capabilities. Panel format, probing questions about my thinking and past decisions. I could feel my heart beating faster.

I acknowledged it. Did deep breathing and pushed through. I got the job. 

But those nerves were real, and I make no apology for them.

Here's what I've learned: Acknowledging nerves and pushing through is completely different from pretending they shouldn't exist in the first place.
Nerves don't mean you're unqualified. Often, they mean you care deeply about the opportunity and understand what's at stake.

The problem, as I see it, isn't nervous candidates: 

It's interview processes designed to intimidate rather than get to know you. It's interviewers who can't see talent past a few moments of anxiety. 
It's a market that treats people like cogs in a machine.

For hiring managers: You've felt nerves in the past (don't lie). Why are you creating a process so intimidating, then?

For job seekers: What's one thing that's helped you show up fully despite the nerves?

This market is testing everyone. Let's be real about it.

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I'm Shelley. I used to hire for companies, but now I advocate for YOU. My goal? Helping you find work that energizes instead of exhausts you.
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