Career expert: use every tool at your disposal

Social media sites like Linkedin give professionals a platform to promote and research other professionals

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - According to the Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, a recent report has shown an increase in employers using sites like Linkedin to research potential hires.

Linkedin offers professionals the opportunity to promote themselves and their businesses. The site allows users to describe themselves and their skills.

Career expert with the Goodwill Career Center of Yuma Lea Soto-Graham says job seekers or those looking to advance should take full advantage of sites like Linkedin.

Lea Soto-Graham recommends users upload their resumes, video, or pictures. Frankly, anything that shows what you're doing and how you as a person would benefit your future employer's company.

For more tips on how to network and improve your chances of landing a new job, you can visit the Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona website.