He is looking for a new job. It’s a tough full time job in itself. But he complains he is not getting traction. So I looked at his contact info. Uh oh. He never enabled the public to see his email address on LinkedIn. No emailing possible. Nor his cellphone number. No texting possible. Recruiters or hiring managers have hit a brick wall. No communication to him. Has he lost opportunities? You decide. Should he add his cellphone number and email address for anyone (1st, 2nd, or 3rd level connections) to have access? His decision. I think it’s a no-brainer yes! He needed to follow these instructions from the Help Center. Job seeker or not, check yours too. Now. Please share this nugget with others:TweetMoreWhatsAppEmailLike this:Like Loading... Marc W. HalpertLinkedIn personal coach, group trainer, marketing strategist and overall evangelist, having a great time pursuing my passion of connecting professionals so they can collaborate better! All author posts Related Posts LinkedIn Tips and TechniquesFiner PointsLifestyleChangesUp Your LinkedIn Game June 7, 2023Not dealing with a full setby Marc W. Halpert Today's LinkedIn NuggetBack to Basics TuesdaysLinkedIn Tips and TechniquesFiner PointsChanges June 6, 2023Back to basics Tuesday: check your linksby Marc W. Halpert Today's LinkedIn Nugget June 5, 2023Just when you least expect it….by Marc W. Halpert
Excellent point, Marc. If you’re a professional open to networking, then it behooves you to leave your contact info- — specifically, a professional one rather than your personal email, if possible — and your mobile phone rather than your house phone (if you still have one of those)! And reminder, whatever number you list should lead to a voicemail box with your voice and something that sounds inviting and professional on the other end! Not a robot voice stating your number or a message that your mailbox is full!