Sawan Jasoliya

Why this post? In today’s job market, having the right skills is not enough —you need the right visibility. And when it comes to building that visibility, LinkedIn is your best ally. And yes, do not think that this is a long or complicated process. It’s actually quite simple—and once you start, you’ll find it becoming more comfortable with each passing day. Soon, you’ll start enjoying it. Especially when you begin to see results—new connections, interview calls, and confidence in presenting yourself. I’ve been mentoring and helping job-seekers for over a decade, and just today, during a conversation with a mining engineer, I felt the need to share these tips in a detailed manner— not as theory, but as actionable guidance based on real experience. Step 1: Start With Your Profile ✅ Make it neat, complete, and keyword-rich. Your profile is your first impression. Spend some time reviewing it—add a good photo, a strong headline, your experience, and skills. 👉 Example: If you’re a...

We often see viral posts on LinkedIn criticizing companies for offering X% salary hikes to new hires while giving less than X/2% to existing employees . These posts always get instant engagement —because they tap into a common frustration. But, let’s pause for a moment. Is it really that simple? Why Existing Employees Often Get Lower Increments 1️⃣ Comfort Zone Factor – Many existing employees, even after getting an increment, don’t add anything significantly new . Their work stabilizes, and their efforts often plateau. 2️⃣ Perceived Value vs. New Contribution – A new employee is bringing in fresh energy, new ideas, and often an updated skillset . An existing employee is often seen as maintaining the status quo. 3️⃣ Negotiation vs. Retention – A new hire negotiates their salary upfront , based on the market. Existing employees, if they aren’t actively looking elsewhere, rarely negotiate and are more likely to accept what is offered . 4️⃣ Market Adjustments – Industries evolve. If...

Let’s be honest— we all want to grow. Some of us, however, don’t just want to grow… we want to grow FAST. And here’s the thing: These are two very different results. If you want different results, you need to act differently. Growth Doesn’t Happen Just Because You’re Getting Older We’re talking about career growth —promotion, elevation, increment, or even all of them together. But here’s the reality check: 📌 Someone (a person or a system) has to approve your growth. 📌 Just getting older won’t get you there. Time alone doesn’t qualify you. 📌 You must prove that you’re ready for the next level before you’re given that role. 📌 In fact, you need to start doing the things required for that position—before you even get it. Read that again. Everything here has a deeper meaning. So, How Do You Become Eligible for the Next Big Thing in Your Career? The first step is clarity —you must know what’s next for you. Ask yourself: ✅ What is my next target role ? ✅ What are the prerequisites for t...