LinkedIn has become the premier platform for professionals to manage their online presence and jumpstart their careers. With over 90% of recruiters using LinkedIn to source candidates, having an updated LinkedIn resume is essential in 2024.
As a small business entrepreneur and career advisor, I‘ve helped professionals at various experience levels optimize their LinkedIn profiles and land rewarding new roles. In this comprehensive guide, I‘ll provide expert tips to change your resume on LinkedIn with step-by-step instructions tailored for long-term career success.
Step 1: Access Your Profile on Desktop
While LinkedIn‘s mobile app is great for messaging connections, I recommend accessing your profile on a desktop browser for easier resume uploads and profile editing. Simply log in and click your profile photo in the top right → View Profile.
Scroll down to your Featured section – this customizable area lets you spotlight media like your resume, articles, presentations, and more to showcase your best work. Think of it as your professional portfolio.
[Insert screenshot showcasing the Featured section]Recruiters prioritize this section – make sure you have relevant content published here to grab their attention fast!
Step 3: Delete or Edit an Existing Resume (If Applicable)
If you already have a resume published on your profile, update or replace it by clicking the three dots icon → Delete or Edit. Keeping an outdated resume hurts your chances of career advancement.
I recommend replacing your resume each time you take on a new role or gain major additional skills – more often than your average professional.
Step 4: Upload Your New or Updated Resume
Click the "+" icon in your Featured section and select Upload. Choose your properly formatted resume file from your computer (PDF, Word, or Plain Text).
Don‘t have your latest resume file on hand? You can export and upload your LinkedIn profile as your resume for a quick fix, then replace it with your polished resume document later.
Once uploaded, customize the visibility in the top right – I recommend staying visible to the public to attract more opportunities.
[Insert step-by-step screenshot sequence]Step 5: Spotlight Relevant Experience & Skills
With your latest resume uploaded, land more interviews by spotlighting key achievements, skills, and experience directly on your profile:
Featured Accomplishments: Publish 3-5 top career accomplishments showcasing the impact you delivered for previous employers.
Featured Skills: Add 8-10 keywords recruiters search for. Pay attention to in-demand hard and soft skills.
Featured Certifications: Complete certification courses related to your function or industry and proudly display your upskilling efforts!
Step 6: Customize Application Settings
Easily apply to jobs with the click of a button by toggling on your Job Alert and Easy Apply settings:
Job Alerts: Get email notifications of new relevant job postings so you never miss an opportunity! Select keywords, locations, and companies to precisely tailor listings to your preferences.
Easy Apply: Enable one-click applications to jobs you qualify for. triple your chances of hearing back by personalizing your materials for each role.
[Insert screenshot sequence of application preferences]Additional Tips from a Career Expert
Beyond your resume, develop a strategic online personal brand across your LinkedIn presence to take your career to new heights in 2024.
Publish Long-Form Posts: Share your insights, career advice, and industry perspectives through regular long-form posts. Position yourself as a thought leader.
Showcase Media Content: Complement your resume with presentations, videos, images and more in your Featured and Activity sections.
Engage With Your Network: Don‘t just connect – regularly engage with your connections by liking and commenting on their content. I aim for 30 minutes of daily networking on LinkedIn.
Join Industry Groups: Become an active member in relevant industry groups and build authority around niche topics important to your field.
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