Nicole Leverich

Claims

• Hiring Assistant 2 was unveiled at Talent Connect 29 Sept
• Applications are up and finding the right people is harder 29 Sept
• The most important part of trust is knowing who is authentic 25 Sept
• Verification expanded to peer verification, brand controls and off-platform partners 25 Sept
• Lists her favourite podcasts 22 Sept
• Every job she has had came through a connection 17 Sept
• A no is a not right now 17 Sept
• She follows college football 10 Sept
• Gen Z networks differently but still invests in a network before needing it 3 Sept
• Executives get good at LinkedIn by starting 28 Aug
• LinkedIn is where the audiences that matter to the C-suite come together 28 Aug
• Learned the word jugaad from the LinkedIn India team 14 Aug
• Company Kickoff aligns employees on the new fiscal year 23 Jul
• In-person time should go to work that can only be done in person 15 Jul
• Moderated a Cannes panel on motherhood, ambition and success 2 Jul

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Nicole Leverich29 SeptAI hiring productsTalent Connect

Hiring Assistant​ (aka LIHA 2), our newest version of the world's best AI recruiting product, got unveiled this morning at our Talent Connect conference in NYC. The challenge is real for people looking for work and for companies looking to hire with job… more

Hiring Assistant​ (aka LIHA 2), our newest version of the world's best AI recruiting product, got unveiled this morning at our Talent Connect conference in NYC. The challenge is real for people looking for work and for companies looking to hire with job applications up and honing in on the right people with the right skills has never being harder. So we listened to our customers and built this newest version to go deeper into ​the hiring process​, to help every recruiter win and to give them ability to focus on the ​right applicants​. To quote Isabelle Bousquette from today's story on LIHA 2 in the Wall Street Journal: "Artificial intelligence is complicating an already tricky hiring market in the U.S., but the same technology could also be part of the solution, according to LinkedIn CEO Daniel Shapero." (Link to story in comments.) But behind the scenes is always where the magic happens. Just minutes before everything went live, this team of comms pros, and other great folks not pictured, huddled together in a dark room way in the back of the Javits Convention Center. Together they worked through all the final details and we shared that special moment when all the work you've done becomes real. This is one of the very best parts of working in communications, experiencing the moment together as a team. Lucy Davies Lisa Chen Darlene Moustirats Andrea Roberts May Huang Megan Levinson Maggie Boezi

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Nicole Leverich25 SeptRepost with commentaryVerification and trust

The most important part of trust is knowing who is authentic. In other words, is the person you are engaging with a real person? Are they who they say they are? This week we expanded verification to help members and businesses built trust on and off… more

The most important part of trust is knowing who is authentic. In other words, is the person you are engaging with a real person? Are they who they say they are? This week we expanded verification to help members and businesses built trust on and off LinkedIn: *Professionals can help verify each other’s experience to give people another way to build credibility through the people they’ve actually worked or studied with. *Businesses can protect their brand reputation with more controls over who is associated with their brand, including new tools to address inaccurate employee associations. *LinkedIn verified identities can travel to more places off LinkedIn, with Truecaller and PeerSpot joining the growing list of ‘Verified on LinkedIn’ partners. Get verified on LinkedIn or read more in this article from the Wall Street Journal.

The Wall Street Journal

Americans’ anger with fraud in the job search is reaching a fever pitch. Now, LinkedIn is rolling out new tools to help users figure out what is real—and avoid… more

Americans’ anger with fraud in the job search is reaching a fever pitch. Now, LinkedIn is rolling out new tools to help users figure out what is real—and avoid handing over money or their résumés to scammers. The new levers, which the company plans to release this month, focus on verification, a system through which users can submit government identification and their professional email addresses. In turn, their profiles display a check mark, giving it a sign of authenticity. The company says it stops tens of millions of fake members who could scam users by posing as recruiters. Still, some slip through the cracks. The LinkedIn update fills a hole that scammers have used to wrest job seekers’ data and sometimes their cash. Some scammers list themselves as employees of companies where they have never worked. A desperate job seeker might not fact-check that affiliation and, thrilled to be contacted by the purported recruiter, send over her résumé or pay for consulting services to improve her chances at getting a job. 🔗 Read more: https://on.wsj.com/4rvnBdm

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Nicole Leverich22 Sept

What are your can't miss business, tech or culture podcasts? I'll go first: *The Daily --> what's happening in the world *Pivot --> perspective / insight on the biggest news in tech *Song Exploder --> storytelling *Decoder with Nilay Patel --> the leaders… more

What are your can't miss business, tech or culture podcasts? I'll go first: *The Daily --> what's happening in the world *Pivot --> perspective / insight on the biggest news in tech *Song Exploder --> storytelling *Decoder with Nilay Patel --> the leaders building the tech *Hello Monday with Jessi Hempel --> new perspective on how to work Anyone have recommendations I should add to my list? Need to keep things fresh and expand my circle.

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Nicole Leverich17 SeptNetworking and careers

I almost didn't get my first job in comms. Actually, I didn't. They rejected me. But I never got the rejection letter, so after a couple of weeks I assumed it got lost in the mail and applied again. They brought me in for an interview and hired me because… more

I almost didn't get my first job in comms. Actually, I didn't. They rejected me. But I never got the rejection letter, so after a couple of weeks I assumed it got lost in the mail and applied again. They brought me in for an interview and hired me because they were impressed I applied again after a no. If that rejection letter had reached me, I'd never have applied again. I'd have taken that no as a no, forever. Every job I've had since came through a connection. Literally every job. So when Yasmin Rufo at BBC asked me how careers really get built, that's my honest answer: a no isn't a no, it's a not right now. This story didn't make the final cut so consider this the bonus footage for my professional community on LinkedIn Invest in your network before you need it. Check out Yamin's great story, including the people on the street interviews, below.

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Nicole Leverich10 Sept

It's college football season for all who celebrate! My Oregon Ducks had a wobbly first game, but I'm so invested in my team that there's no stopping now. If you see me at work and are a fellow college football fan, please stop me to have all the "Did you… more

It's college football season for all who celebrate! My Oregon Ducks had a wobbly first game, but I'm so invested in my team that there's no stopping now. If you see me at work and are a fellow college football fan, please stop me to have all the "Did you see the Michigan win over Western Michigan??" or "How did the Buff's pull that win out?" chatter. Just know that if you put a quarter in, you'll have to let the conversation play out.

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Nicole Leverich3 SeptGen Z and trusted voicesNetworking and careers

Let’s flip the networking script: What’s actually helpful when you’re just starting out in your career? To help me figure it out, I went to Samantha Silva, one of our interns this summer, and asked her to help me learn what networking means for gen z. No… more

Let’s flip the networking script: What’s actually helpful when you’re just starting out in your career? To help me figure it out, I went to Samantha Silva, one of our interns this summer, and asked her to help me learn what networking means for gen z. No surprise, it’s different than how I network. She shared how she thinks about who she is at work and how she still brings what makes her her to the table. But there are still commonalities, she thinks about peer networking and investing in your network before you need it. Thanks for the time and insight Sam! OK folks, now it’s your turn. What’s the best networking lesson you’ve learned, or a myth you’d bust?

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Nicole Leverich28 AugCreators and posting on LinkedIn

In the realm of things I'm good at vs need to work on, I think it's clear where me on video falls. But I'm working on it and as with most things the only way to get good is to keep doing. In other words, when you watch this share feedback and as video rental… more

In the realm of things I'm good at vs need to work on, I think it's clear where me on video falls. But I'm working on it and as with most things the only way to get good is to keep doing. In other words, when you watch this share feedback and as video rental stores used to say in the 90's be kind [and rewind]. But I'm not alone here. For all of us, it's true that the only way to get good is to get going. And get going on LinkedIn. This the the platform, and one of the few places, where all the audiences that matter come together. For the c-suite that's employees, customers, investors, future hires, etc. So as you push yourself and your exec to get started sharing on LinkedIn, here are a few simple things to focus on first: 1) The Follow button is your friend: On your profile flip the primary connection option from connect to follow. You'll save connections for people you know in real life and growing a following allows a broader set of folks to learn from and engage with you over time. 2) Use the Featured section: This is your highlight reel, the small set of content that you want people to see first. Pin the posts, interviews or important company moments that best reflect what you care about and how you lead. 3) Just start posting and avoid the corporate speak: It's hard I know, we've been trained to talk a certain way at work. But it is the direct, authentic perspective that shows who YOU are that people want. That's what helps the audience you care about get to know the real you. Want more tips? We have a new cohort kicking off next week for our LinkedIn for Executives and Communicators program. You and your team can register here: https://lnkd.in/gd3BhbB3

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Nicole Leverich20 AugRepost

Kate Griggs

“I wouldn’t have the career I’ve been lucky enough to have, if it wasn’t for Microsoft Word and spellcheck.” Nicole Leverich is Senior Vice President and… more

“I wouldn’t have the career I’ve been lucky enough to have, if it wasn’t for Microsoft Word and spellcheck.” Nicole Leverich is Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer at LinkedIn And she’s a dyslexic thinker. Communication is a Dyslexic Thinking skill. So many of us are naturally drawn to, and excel in, careers where communicating ideas, stories and managing messaging really matters. But dyslexics are also often weak spellers and that can trip us up at work as it’s something people pick up on. But being brilliant at communicating and being brilliant at spelling are not the same thing. And it’s so important we help workplaces to realise that. Like so many dyslexics technology helped remove that barrier for Nicole - allowing her to focus on the Dyslexic Thinking strengths that have helped her reach the top of her profession. A brilliant reminder that spelling should never stand in the way of brilliant communication - and is definitely not a sign of intelligence! 🎥 recorded at our World Dyslexia Assembly, New York. You can learn much more about empowering dyslexic thinking in my LinkedIn Learning course that’s free to access. #DyslexicThinking #Dyslexia #Communication

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Nicole Leverich18 Aug

Picking my coffee cup feels like committing to a vibe. Can you guess which one is currently in my hand?

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Nicole Leverich14 AugLeadership and culture

I learned a new word from our LinkedIn India team in Bengaluru this week --> jugaad. It's defined as... a flexible approach to problem-solving and innovation that uses limited, basic resources in a clever, unconventional way. Ex. When I was staffing a media… more

I learned a new word from our LinkedIn India team in Bengaluru this week --> jugaad. It's defined as... a flexible approach to problem-solving and innovation that uses limited, basic resources in a clever, unconventional way. Ex. When I was staffing a media interview that went off track, I used quick thinking and humor to create a jugaad that got it back on track. How great is that? I invite you to put it to use. Hat tip to Kumaresh Pattabiraman, the stellar LinkedIn India team and the great comms crew for the new word and a super productive few days of listening and learning.

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Nicole Leverich23 JulKickoff and earnings

Happy Company Kickoff (CKO) to all those who celebrate! Hint: it’s all of us at LinkedIn. Today we wrap CKO, one of my favorite weeks of the year, our annual event that brings our employees around the world together to align on where we're headed and what… more

Happy Company Kickoff (CKO) to all those who celebrate! Hint: it’s all of us at LinkedIn. Today we wrap CKO, one of my favorite weeks of the year, our annual event that brings our employees around the world together to align on where we're headed and what matters most in the new fiscal year ahead. A lot goes into creating the unique energy that comes from thousands of people connecting their work to something bigger than themselves. Months of planning across teams, endless logistics, member stories, customer voices and interactive experiences that bring our priorities to life. From the festival-sized tent in Mountain View, to employees around the world sharing hot takes and learnings in our internal Company Group, to the truly impressive feat of clearing calendars for more than 17,000 people. Fittingly Lisa Mudge jokes that CKO is LinkedIn's version of Coachella. She’s not wrong. She, our Employee Comms crew and so many cross functional teams came together to make one incredible moment. But it's also something more important: a chance to start our fiscal year with clarity.

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Nicole Leverich22 JulRepost

Marc Lauricella MBA

I’m excited to share we're hiring a Senior Communications Manager to support Microsoft's U.S. Government business! Based in Washington D.C., this role is… more

I’m excited to share we're hiring a Senior Communications Manager to support Microsoft's U.S. Government business! Based in Washington D.C., this role is ideal for a strategic storyteller who can navigate complex issues, uncover compelling customer stories, drive media engagement, and showcase how technology is helping government organizations better serve citizens and communities. It's a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, cloud, public policy, and customer storytelling during a period of significant transformation across the public sector. If you or someone in your network may be a great fit, apply now at the link below. https://lnkd.in/ghJjPXV3 #Hiring #commsgroup #Communications #PublicRelations #Government #AI #MicrosoftCareers

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Nicole Leverich21 JulRepost

Hari Srinivasan

To anyone in the Midwest & Canada struggling with the air quality, just a reminder that our family charity, Gift of Air, sends air purifiers to any school or… more

To anyone in the Midwest & Canada struggling with the air quality, just a reminder that our family charity, Gift of Air, sends air purifiers to any school or day care. We've shipped to locations across the globe & can usually get them to you in 1-2 days. https://lnkd.in/gCenKrkq You can't learn if you can't breathe. Just message me if we can help.

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Nicole Leverich20 JulRepost

Lisa Mudge

I think employee communications is one of the best jobs in the world. You get a front row seat to strategy, culture, leadership, and change. More importantly,… more

I think employee communications is one of the best jobs in the world. You get a front row seat to strategy, culture, leadership, and change. More importantly, you help people make sense of it all. We're hiring two Senior Communications Managers to join our team at LinkedIn, and we're looking for exceptional communicators who are at their best when things are moving fast, stakes are high, and the path isn't always obvious. Check them out here... https://lnkd.in/g4f2EVte https://lnkd.in/g4XAmf_v

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Nicole Leverich15 JulLeadership and culture

In person time should be spent doing work that you can only do in person. Simple enough. But too often, offsite agendas get filled with content that could have happened over Teams or email. Carolyn Giang and our international comms team did a great job of… more

In person time should be spent doing work that you can only do in person. Simple enough. But too often, offsite agendas get filled with content that could have happened over Teams or email. Carolyn Giang and our international comms team did a great job of this last month in Paris. My favorite session was the prepared brainstorm. Each country lead came in with three ideas ready to pitch to the group (aka a kinder version of Shark Tank). We all did the pre-work and read the materials beforehand, so instead of spending the session getting up to speed, we pressure tested the ideas, built on the thinking, and left with fewer, stronger programs. I also left our time together with the fresh reminder of the incredible expertise our regional teams bring – and how much stronger our work is because of it. Lisa Mudge's employee comms offsite earlier this year took a similar approach, and it reinforced the same lesson: if you're bringing people together, make it count. In person time is limited. Use it for the conversations, debates, and collaboration that don't happen as well over Teams or an email. Planning a team offsite? My advice: cut anything that could have been an email or Teams call.

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Nicole Leverich2 Jul

You want me to moderate a panel on motherhood at Cannes? At a festival where the biggest conversations are usually about AI, creators, and the future of advertising, it wasn't what I expected to be on stage for. I was wrong. It was incredible. The panel of… more

You want me to moderate a panel on motherhood at Cannes? At a festival where the biggest conversations are usually about AI, creators, and the future of advertising, it wasn't what I expected to be on stage for. I was wrong. It was incredible. The panel of Durana Elmi, Allyson Felix, Hoda Kotb, and Lauren Gellman Farrington talked about career, family, and creating lives that feel meaningful both professionally and personally. We took a moment to have a conversation about motherhood, ambition, and how we define success across different stages of life. It was a gift. Especially with my daughter in the audience, that’s her (Sierra Leverich) in the picture with Allyson. A few highlights: Hoda Kotb sharing that she became a mother after 50 and reminding us that “everything happens when it’s supposed to.” Lauren Gellman Farrington talking about setting boundaries and unapologetically sharing the parts of life that matter most, including photos from her son’s kindergarten graduation. Allyson Felix describing her daughter proudly breaking down her mom's shoe company for her classmates. This group of ambitious and successful women blew me away. Each story reflected something different and what stayed with me is that there's no single version of success. It changes as our lives change, and that's a good thing. Until next time, hot and sweaty Cannes.

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