1.     Customize your avatar. While it’s okay to use one of the default emoticons as your avatar, ideally job seekers should upload a personal photo.  Log into Leopard Pride, click “manage account” and then click “change photo” to upload a personal picture of yourself.

2.     Fill out your profile. Job seekers who want to maximize the benefits of the Leopard Pride network need to take the time to fill out their Leopard Pride Profile. Simply log in, click on “manage account” and then click “edit profile” to update your profile information.  It doesn’t need to be complex but it should read like a short summary of your work experience and skills.

3.     Update your status on the Leopard Pride network to let potential employers and legal recruiters know what you’re up to.  Are you attending a networking event? Did you recently take a class that was legal related? Maybe you did a little volunteer work that helped others with their legal issues.  Whatever it is, take the time to put a short blurb about your recent activity in your Leopard Pride status bar.

4.     Upload videos or blogs on a topic that you’re passionate about.  While sending out resumes is one way to find a job, posting an ongoing blog or video series that highlights your skills and experience is a great way to stand out.  For example, if you’re a litigation attorney you may want to talk about the latest cases that have got you thinking. Or, if you’re a student, you may want to give legal recruiters tips on how to best appeal to twenty-something law student grads.