In this job market, career security is often a solo project

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Job seeker Ike Sobel waits to speak to a recruiter during a job fair in Dallas, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026.

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Looking for a new job? Teaming up worked for them.

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Sreeja Apparaju (left), Aman Goyal (center), and Sriram Ramkrishna (right) have each found value in community during their job searches.

Sreeja Apparaju (left), Aman Goyal (center), Sriram Ramkrishna (right)

3 successful job seekers share how they used LinkedIn to stand out and land new roles

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Successful LinkedIn job seekers Lauren Young, Sophie Rose, and Dhyey Mavani.
LinkedIn can feel overcrowded, but these job seekers used specific strategies to stand out and land new roles.

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The holidays can be a great time to network for your next job

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Networking during the holidays can pay off in the new year.

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I left Big Law at 29 to become a rabbi, then changed careers again at 40. Here's what I learned about finding the perfect job.

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Justin Pines is the CEO of the Jewish Broadcasting Service, an international Jewish TV network.

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I give LinkedIn makeovers to executives. Here are 4 ways to brag more effectively on your profile.

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Jillian Richardson is an executive ghost writer.

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Job seekers in 2025 faced a Great Frustration: never-ending applications, ghosting after interviews, and losing hope

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I'm 48 and starting my own business because I'm concerned that companies see me as 'too senior' to work in tech

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Baz Costello is taking a break from LinkedIn after growing frustrated in his job search.

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Bosses expect you to know AI — even if it's not in your job description

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You might not see mentions of AI in job listings as frequently, but most employers still want you to know how to use it.

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Don't fall for the myth that no one hires during the holidays

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