Historically, job searching meant submitting applications until a company hired you. Today, recruiters receive hundreds of applications for every job listing. This high volume makes standing out difficult unless your skills and experience match the requirements perfectly. Instead, most job seekers land new roles through personal or professional networks, including friends, family, and colleagues.

Focus on your connections

Actively cultivate professional relationships while you are employed. Invite leadership team members to lunch, participate in available mentorship programs, and join your coworkers for after-work activities. Before leaving a position, connect with your supportive colleagues on LinkedIn.

Focus on your professional network

Every job seeker needs an up-to-date LinkedIn profile. Tailor your profile for recruiters by featuring concise, relevant details that highlight your most recent role. Whenever possible, use concrete metrics to prove your value (e.g., “Implementing this process improvement saved the team 20 hours a week in lost productivity.”). Leverage LinkedIn’s built-in tools and settings to actively expand your network.

Focus on your personal network

Facebook and Instagram also serve as powerful networking tools during your job search. Let your friends and followers know when you are open to new opportunities. Important note: Hiring managers regularly review social media profiles, so hide or delete any old posts that could negatively impact your hiring prospects (such as references to drinking, drugs, embarrassing photos, or controversial political content).

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