Do recruiters really use LinkedIn?

[Ollie123]

I can see how LinkedIn could be of use when headhunting a high flyer, but a former colleague of mine who worked in our lowly support department has recently got a new job (and significantly more rewarded) by a recruiter getting in touch through his profile.

Unless I’m severely out of touch, why would a recruiter spend time trolling through LinkedIn when no doubt they get dozens of applicants through their normal channels?

I don’t have a LinkedIn profile because I don’t see how it would benefit of me, plus I like the idea of my name not coming up in a Google search however if there’s a chance of a job offer then I may reconsider.

[Ollie123]

Very interesting, and thanks for the enlightenment (I didn't know if my former colleague was just lucky).

I suppose I better look into making a practical profile that doesn't read like a CV to my existing employer...