How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile for the 2026 Job Search

Recorded 3/18/2026 Are you using LinkedIn to its fullest potential? Most recruiters spend 5-7 seconds scanning a LinkedIn profile before deciding whether to keep reading. So what makes them stop? Join Leslie Lulham (Founder of Introly) and Tessa Grashuis, former recruiter and career coach/job search strategist, for a behind-the-scenes look at how recruiters really evaluate profiles and how you can optimize yours to spark real conversations (not just profile views). In this live session, we’ll cover: What Recruiters Actually Look For From a recruiter’s point of view, we’ll break down: Headlines that get attention Banners & headshots that build credibility Experience formatting that keeps them reading How to strategically build your network The small profile tweaks that make a big difference Plus, we’ll share practical AI prompts you can use immediately to strengthen your profile. Live Q&A (30+ Minutes) Bring your questions. Whether you're actively job searching or planning your next move, we’ll answer them live and give you actionable next steps. About Leslie Lulham Leslie Lulham is the founder of SunUp Operations where she is a fractional HR leader, COO, or Chief of Staff for startups and small businesses. She helps bring order to the chaos of building: developing scalable systems, aligning people and priorities, and creating operational clarity during moments of high growth. She also recently launched Introly, a tool designed to surface real opportunities hiding in plain sight. Whether you're looking for clients, collaborators, or your next big role, Introly helps you uncover the warm paths that already exist in your network: no scraping, no spam, no guesswork. Connect with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslielulham/