Ten Worst LinkedIn Profile Mistakes #9: My duties included...
David Petherick
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Ten Worst LinkedIn Profile Mistakes #9: My Duties included...
My achievements include...
Talk about your achievements, rather than listing the things you do.
Very often, when employers advertise jobs, they sensibly include a list of the responsibilities and duties the person they are hiring will have.
That's great when you are hiring, but completely uninspiring when listed on a profile.?
Including this same list on your LinkedIn Profile makes you look like an uninspired box-ticker.
"Here is a list of the things that I do. All of them."
Yawn!
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Change the conversation!
?Make a list of your achievements in your current, and past roles.
If you can include hard numbers and outcomes that have benefited your employer or your customers, all the better.?
You should focus on what positive outcomes have resulted from your work for your employer, for your clients, or for both.
Responsibility versus Achievement
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1 年Absolutely agree! Your LinkedIn profile is your personal brand and it's crucial to highlight your achievements rather than simply listing your duties. By showcasing the outcomes you've achieved and the impact you've made, you capture the attention of potential employers and demonstrate your value.
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