What should you not say on LinkedIn?

Here’s a look at some guidelines to follow when it comes to content you should avoid posting on LinkedIn:

• Don’t post complaints about your current or former boss, colleagues, or company.
• Never post anything with spelling mistakes.
• Don’t publicize your job search.
• Anything unrelated to jobs is better left off LinkedIn…

What is the most overused word on LinkedIn?

Here are the most-used LinkedIn buzzwords for 2018:

• Passionate.
• Motivated.
• Creative.
• Expert.
• Strategic.
• Skilled.
• Focused.
• Guru.

What do you say in a break on LinkedIn?

If you have had a career break, your LinkedIn profile should include a job listing which describes the reason for the break and sets out the appropriate dates. This ‘career break’ job title is obviously not the most useful Headline when you are looking to return to work.

What should I put for my LinkedIn headline if not working?

LinkedIn Current Position Examples

1. Open to Opportunities at Seeking New Position.
2. Consultant at Self-Employed.
3. Freelance Writer at Self-Employed.
4. Student at College.edu.
5. Recent Graduate at College.edu.
6. Seeking a Position at Unemployed.
7. Looking for a job in Human Resources at Unemployed.

Which is the most used word in a LinkedIn profile?

In 2011 and 2012, “creative” was the most used word in LinkedIn profiles; in 2013 it ranked third. Creative is a great example of a word used so often that it no longer makes an impact.

What are the most overused words on LinkedIn?

So with that in mind, here are the 10 most overused words and phrases from LinkedIn profiles in 2014 (along with my thoughts on each.) Take a look, and then think hard about swapping them out of your profile–and your website, marketing, and other company communications. 1. Motivated

Can a LinkedIn profile have too many keywords?

While LinkedIn doesn’t appear to punish profiles that use too many keywords (“keyword stuffing”), you’ll still want to be careful you’re not being spammy. It also helps to get recommendations from other LinkedIn users, as they will naturally use a variety of keywords in their text.

What should I avoid on my LinkedIn profile?

Avoid cliches, jargon, and passive terms in favor of active descriptions of your actual achievements, and your CV or LinkedIn profile will definitely stand out from the crowd. What are your personal resume pet peeves?