listing linkedin on resume

honeydew01 · March 2011

I'm getting mixed messages as far if you should list your linkedin on your resume or not. If I were to list it, where on the resume would you list it? thank you!!

TeamC · March 2011

I don't know what the right answer is, but in the future I will include it. I have three unsolicited recommendations on mine and intend to continue collecting them; I would like potential employers to see that.

KathyGee · March 2011

if your name is very searchable and straightforward, i don't know why you'd need it? I always just look people up.

honeydew01 · March 2011

pp, I also have a couple of good recommendations from previous co-workers so I'd like to include it. Where would you put it on the resume?

mamie329 · March 2011

I work in communications and social media, so I felt more liberal in adding LinkedIn references to my resume.

I have a "Testimonials" page I tack on the end of my resume package where I copied 4 of my 8 LI recommendations. At the bottom I have a small note that says "To view more testimonials, see (LinkedIn URL)."

KathyGee · March 2011

I guess I'm a bit more old school. I'm not interested in unsolicited testimonials that someone put on a LinkedIn page as a real validation of talent. while it might be interesting to read, I can't imagine a world in where I would take what someone posted on your LinkedIN page about how great you were to work with as a factor in whether I'd interview you or hire you.

I'd read your linkedin page, but I wouldn't be interested in seeing those references on your resume or CV.

mamie329 · March 2011

KathyGee:
I guess I'm a bit more old school. I'm not interested in unsolicited testimonials that someone put on a LinkedIn page as a real validation of talent. while it might be interesting to read, I can't imagine a world in where I would take what someone posted on your LinkedIN page about how great you were to work with as a factor in whether I'd interview you or hire you.

That's why it's at the end of my submission. Those who don't want to read it don't have to. FWIW, the last hiring manager who interviewed me enjoyed it. Plus I got the job. You just have to know your audience and industry.

Dr.Loretta · March 2011

I would. It's increasingly being suggested to think outside the box (without getting too "creative") on your resume and doing things like linking your Twitter account to people of influence in companies you're interested in, listing your linkedin address (especially if you have recommendations on your linkedin account), etc. I plan on listing mine on top with all of the other contact information.

honeydew01 · March 2011

thank you everyone. I'll listed under contact info on the top.

MrsGiggles · March 2011

Yes, I have mine listed there along with address, email, phone. Just make sure your profile is viewable!

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