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I know that there’s a ton of discussions about LinkedIn. However I haven’t really found any that talk about the Job Seeker options (Basic, Standard, an Plus). My question is plain and simple. Has anyone used any of the Job Seeker options (and if so, which one) and have you found that they’re worth the cost?

I already have my name into the job boards such as Indeed, Monster, Workopolis as well three different employment agencies. I’ve been looking for a change in jobs for a month and a half so far with only one interview so far (not including the headhunters). I’d like to try to cover all the bases that I can.

Thanks.

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Check these comments

They lead me to believe that it is definitely not worth it. The only really positive reviews are clearly fake accounts like that Jose guy.

I’d do more research than one site if I were you, but this isn’t a good start to the research.

Good luck with whatever you decide on doing.

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I’ve never used it,

but i’m interested to see what others think.

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Bill;

Thanks for the reply. Didn’t want to spend a ton of cash putting my resume out there if it’s not needed. Summer is a slow period and will just have to learn patience. I also agree with the Jose remarks.

Thanks.

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I have the $49/year business plan and find it useful. I would never pay more for the extra features though. Forbes talked with some HR folks and wrote an article saying don’t get the jobseeker account. As one HR exec put it - the badge on your profile “makes you look desperate”

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Linkedin is a con - I am deleting my profile when I get some time. I never use it - get 20 odd e-mails a day and never use it.

The firm I am at have a premium account and have posted jobs but never got anything.

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You need a LinkedIn profile so a potential hiring manager or HR rep can look you up. If you aren’t on LinkedIn, many hiring managers will pass on you. You’re right, it’s not fair. But it’s reality, so suck it up and make your profile shine. Make sure to use the right keywords to help you get found if someone is searching (yes, it does happen).

If LinkedIn offers you a free month of the Job Seeker package, take it. I did once and didn’t see any need to give them money. But for free, sure, I’ll try it.

If you get the free trial, turn off the badges. It is an option.

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LinkedIn is like anything - you get out of it what you put into it. I know many people who swear by their LinkedIn account, and I know almost as many who feel as CA-RT does. It all boils down to what you’re expecting to get out of it, whether those expectations are realistic, and how much time you’re willing to invest.

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I spent some time recently to update my profile, and I have been getting A LOT of interest from it. I did not pay anything for Job Seeker premium - simply made sure that my profile looked sharp, up-to-date, and had plenty of keywords highlighting my experience (think web SEO).

I’m being very choosy about opportunities right now (regretting that I settled a bit), but I have plenty of solid ones to choose from.