I think we all agree that LinkedIn is a great tool. With time of the essence it is really important that you approach the groups section strategically otherwise you can easily be overwhelmed with emails on group activities. How do you find the right groups?
Dan DeMaioNewton recently published a list on Better Jobs Faster of LinkedIn groups that he feels are critical for job seekers. Use it to augment your existing list of groups.
Top LinkedIn Groups for Job Search
A Job Needed – A Job Posted
About.com Job Search and Careers
Career Change Central
Career Rocketeer / Career Launch Network
CleanTechies Around The World
Consultants Network
Corporate Recruiters. #1 Group for Corporate Recruiters.
E-Recruitment Group (Post Jobs) (Post Resumes)
Executive Suite
Financial Services Career Center
Indeed.com
Job Interview Mastery
Job Openings, Job Leads and Job Connections!
JobAngels
JobsDirectUSA
Linking The LaidOff
Looking for a job?
MBA Highway | MBA & Recruiter Network
Renewables Job Market
ResumeMaker Career Network
Star:Candidate for Hire
The Talent Buzz
Dan has also created a list of subgroups that can greatly increase your chances of meeting people who can help with your job search. A Subgroup is usually created as a Regional, Professional/Industry, or Special Interest category within a Group. Most groups have Subgroups. To join a Subgroup, you must be a member of its parent Group.
