The Complete LinkedIn & Resume Optimization System: Part 1
Transform yourself from an invisible expert into a magnetic candidate who attracts six-figure opportunities with this 8-part, 4-week AI prompt series anyone, regardless of tech savvy, can use.
Over the next four weeks, I'm publishing my multi-part system to completely revamp and optimize not only your LinkedIn presence, but your resume and communications with hiring managers and headhunters.
Here's why I'm doing this
I've spent years watching incredibly talented professionals—people who are absolute experts in their fields—get passed over for opportunities they're more than qualified for.
It actually started with me. I know, I know - of course it started with me.
But my story is like many of yours.
I spent years being passed over for roles I was more than qualified for. I could never understand why, with all my skills and experience, I wasn’t even being considered, let alone truly looked at.
And then I watched it happen to friends. These are folks who possess exceptional skills in their respective professions. They are people who are assets to any company lucky enough to have them. But companies weren’t bringing them in, and I could not figure out why.
So I started doing some digging.
The Real Reason You're Not Getting Hired
The problem wasn’t their skills. It wasn’t their experience.
It's that they're invisible to the people who need to find them.
My day job—the greatest job I have ever had, by far—sends me deep in the world of AI prompts and optimization systems every day. And I keep thinking this:
What if I could use these tools I’m building to create a step-by-step system that anyone could use to transform their professional presence?
Not just generic advice. But specific, actionable prompts that do the heavy lifting for you.
A system that anyone, regardless of tech skills or experience with AI, could use to transform their professional presence in a profound, life-altering way?
So that's exactly what I built.
This isn't theory. These are the exact strategies that work for executives—the same techniques that $5,000+ career coaches use—and the same optimization methods that get people noticed by the right recruiters. I've just packaged them into AI prompts that anyone1 can use.
What you're getting over the next 4 weeks
Each part builds on the last. By the end, you'll have a completely transformed professional presence that works harder for you than you ever imagined possible. We're talking about turning your LinkedIn into a magnet for opportunities and your resume into something that makes hiring managers pick up the phone.
A few things to know
This system works, but it requires commitment.
Each prompt takes some time and honest self-reflection. You can't half-ass it and expect full results. But if you follow through on each step, you'll see changes within the first week and dramatic improvements by the end.
I'm genuinely excited to share this with you. Too many brilliant people are stuck in jobs that don't recognize their worth, and I believe this system can change that.
Are you ready to stop being the best-kept secret in your industry?
Let's dive in.
Why Your Current Profile Is Costing You Six-Figure Opportunities
Right now, while you’re reading this, hiring managers and headhunters are scanning LinkedIn for their next star hire.
They’re spending an average of 6 seconds on each profile before deciding whether someone is worth a deeper look. In those crucial moments, your profile is either opening doors to life-changing opportunities or quietly getting passed over for candidates who understand how to position themselves strategically.
The harsh reality? 95% of professionals have LinkedIn profiles that actively work against them. They’re filled with buzzword soup, lack quantified achievements, miss critical keywords, and fail to tell a compelling story about their unique value. Even worse, most resumes end up in digital black holes, rejected by ATS2 systems before human eyes ever see them.
But here’s what the top 1% of professionals know: LinkedIn and resume optimization isn’t about luck—it’s about systematic strategy.
This system handles that strategy for you.
What This Series Will Do For You
This isn’t another collection of generic “LinkedIn tips.” This is a comprehensive, battle-tested system that transforms ordinary professionals into magnetic candidates who attract opportunities instead of chasing them.
By completing this 8-prompt series, you’ll have:
✅ A LinkedIn profile that ranks in the top 3 search results for your target roles
✅ A headline that makes recruiters stop scrolling and immediately click your profile
✅ An About section that positions you as the obvious choice for your dream job
✅ Experience descriptions that showcase quantified business impact instead of boring job duties
✅ A strategic content plan that establishes thought leadership in your industry
✅ A world-class resume that passes ATS systems and compels hiring managers to call
✅ A 30-day launch strategy that generates immediate market visibility and opportunity flow
The Progressive Power of This System
Unlike the scattered advice you’ll find elsewhere, these prompts build systematically upon one another. Prompt 1 creates your optimization foundation. Prompt 2 uses that foundation to craft magnetic headlines. Prompt 3 leverages your headlines for compelling storytelling. Each step amplifies the next, resulting in exponential growth.
This is the same methodology used by:
Executive search consultants placing C-suite candidates
Career coaches charging $5,000+ for LinkedIn optimization
Professional resume writers with 6-month waiting lists
Personal branding experts working with Fortune 500 leaders
Who This System Is For
It’s perfect if you are…
A mid-to-senior level professional ready to make a strategic career move
Someone whose skills far exceed their current opportunities
An expert in your field who’s tired of being overlooked
Ready to invest 4-6 hours over 30 days to transform your professional presence
Committed to following a systematic approach rather than hoping for random results
It’s not great if you are…
Looking for quick fixes or shortcuts
Unwilling to invest time in strategic thinking
Expecting results without implementation
Just starting your career (this system is optimized for experienced professionals)
Your 30-Day Transformation Timeline
Week 1: Foundation & Messaging (Prompts 1-3)
Week 2: Profile Optimization & Content Strategy (Prompts 4-6)
Week 3: Resume Reconstruction (Prompt 7)
Week 4: Launch & Market Activation (Prompt 8)
The Investment vs. Return
Time Investment: 4-6 hours total over 30 days
Financial Investment: $0 (unless you want to upgrade to Claude pro)
Typical Returns Our Methods Generate:
300-500% increase in profile views within 30 days
10-15 recruiter outreach messages per week
2-3 interview opportunities within the first month
Average salary increases of 20-40% for successful candidates
Reduced job search time from 6 months to 6 weeks
How to Use This System
Commit to the full series - Each prompt builds on the previous ones
Complete prompts sequentially - Don’t skip ahead or cherry-pick
Fill in ALL bracketed placeholders with your specific information
Use Claude, ChatGPT-4, or Gemini for optimal results
Save all outputs in a master document for easy reference
Implement immediately - Strategy without action equals zero results
A Final Word Before You Begin
The professionals who get the best opportunities aren’t necessarily the most qualified—they’re the most strategically positioned. This series gives you the exact positioning system that transforms invisible experts into obvious choices.
The question isn’t whether you’re qualified for better opportunities.
The question is whether you’re positioned to attract them.
Ready to stop being the best-kept secret in your industry?
Your transformation starts with Prompt 1. Let's go! ➡️
Prompt 1: LinkedIn Profile Audit & Strategy Foundation
⏱ Time Required: 15-20 minutes | Difficulty: Easy | Prerequisites: None
What This Prompt Does
This prompt helps you figure out exactly what needs fixing on your LinkedIn profile—and what's already working. Think of it as your personal game plan for getting noticed.
Why Start Here
Most people randomly tweak their LinkedIn hoping something sticks. That's exhausting and doesn't work. This prompt shows you exactly what to fix first, what to add, and what keywords will actually get you found. No more guessing.
Quick Prep (5 Minutes)
Pull up your LinkedIn profile in another tab
Think about what job you actually want (be honest with yourself)
Find 3 job postings that make you think "I want that"—screenshot them
Jot down your best work wins (even rough numbers are fine)
What You'll Walk Away With
A clear list of what to fix first, second, and third
The exact keywords people use to find someone like you
What your competition is doing that's working
Simple ways to track if it's actually working
Any "yikes" moments that need fixing right now
Make This Work Better
Get specific—instead of "marketing job," try "Senior Product Marketing Manager at a SaaS startup"
That project you're proud of? Include the numbers (even if you have to estimate)
Check what those dream jobs actually pay—it'll help you aim right
✅ The Prompt
Copy the text in the gray box below and paste it into your favorite text editor or writing app. Anywhere you see brackets with all-caps text in them—[LIKE THIS]—replace the brackets and text with the information the prompt needs from you.
After you’re done, copy all of your edited text and paste it into either ChatGPT or Claude.
⭐️ Our recommendation for this series is Claude.
You are a senior executive recruiter and LinkedIn optimization specialist with 15+ years of experience placing candidates at Fortune 500 companies. You've reviewed over 10,000 LinkedIn profiles and know exactly what catches a hiring manager's attention within the first 3 seconds.
Conduct a comprehensive audit of my current LinkedIn profile and career objectives. Based on my responses below, create a detailed optimization strategy:
**My Information:**
- Current Job Title: [YOUR CURRENT TITLE]
- Target Industry: [INDUSTRY YOU'RE TARGETING]
- Target Role(s): [SPECIFIC ROLES YOU WANT]
- Years of Experience: [NUMBER]
- Key Skills: [LIST 8-10 CORE SKILLS]
- Biggest Career Achievements: [3-5 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS]
- Geographic Preferences: [LOCATION/REMOTE PREFERENCES]
**Current Profile Analysis Needed:**
- Headline effectiveness score (1-10) with specific improvements
- Profile photo assessment and recommendations
- About section strengths/weaknesses
- Experience descriptions review
- Skills section optimization opportunities
- Activity and content strategy gaps
**Deliverables:**
1. Profile optimization roadmap with 7-day implementation timeline
2. Keyword strategy for my target roles
3. Competitive analysis against top performers in my field
4. Specific metrics to track profile performance
5. Red flags currently hurting my visibility
Make your recommendations specific, actionable, and immediately implementable. Include exact character counts where relevant.Your Move
You just got handed the keys to the kingdom.
Prompt 1 isn't just an audit—it's your reality check. It's the moment you stop wondering why opportunities pass you by and start seeing exactly what needs fixing.
Here's what happens next: You will run this prompt. You're going to get uncomfortable truths about your current profile. And you're going to realize that every day you wait is another day your competition gets ahead.
The professionals who win aren't the ones with the best credentials. They're the ones who take action while everyone else is "thinking about it."
Before Next Week:
Run Prompt 1. Seriously. Right now. It takes 20 minutes, and you'll immediately see why you haven't been getting the traction you deserve.
When you see the gaps in your profile—and trust me, you will—resist the urge to start fixing things immediately. The system works because it's systematic. Random improvements create random results.
Coming Next Week:
Prompt 2: The Magnetic Headline Formula - We're going to turn that generic job title into a headline that makes recruiters stop mid-scroll. I'll show you the exact psychological triggers that separate "Software Engineer" from someone who gets 15 recruiter messages a week.
One Final Thing
Remember how I mentioned spending years being passed over for roles I was qualified for? The day I implemented this system, I got three recruiter messages. Within a month, I had multiple offers. The difference wasn't my skills—those stayed the same. The difference was finally being findable by the people who needed to find me.
Your expertise deserves to be seen. Your next opportunity is already looking for you.
They just don't know it yet.
See you at Prompt 2.
P.S. - If you run Prompt 1 and get your mind blown by what it reveals, hit the button below and let me know. You can also just reply to the email.
FOOTNOTES
When I say anyone, I mean anyone. My target demographic for these prompts is my Dad.
ATS is Applicant Tracking Systems, software used by companies to manage recruitment and hiring processes.