When I conduct an executive search assignment for a client one of the first places I look for passive candidates is LinkedIn. Unfortunately some of the profiles I view create a bad first impression or haven’t been optimised to ensure a high ranking in search results.

Here are some quick tips on how to ensure your profile has the basics covered:

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