Should I update my LinkedIn to say Salesforce Admin?

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April 23,2022 at 1:17PM UTC

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Should I update my LinkedIn to say Salesforce Admin? I’ve been certified since October, so I have the role in my headline, but I’m thinking it’s time to update it in my work experience. I have been transitioned to work on only Salesforce related items with the company’s Salesforce Admin. When I asked my boss about a title change, however, they said that it’s doable but want to wait until performance reviews so they can couple it with a pay increase. As nice as this sounds I feel like It’s BS. In the past my boss has had very candid conversations with me stating that if the company doesn’t have a Salesforce position for my by end of year, that I should look elsewhere and he wants to be involved and provide a great reference. I’m super confused and weary by the proposal. I’m looking for other positions, but hesitant to talk to him about it.

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AnonymousApril 23,2022 at 2:34PM UTC
I struggled with the same thing when I started in IT. I felt like I had to put the same title the company did. I think I was worried it would look like I was lying or something. I haven't agreed with that mentality in a long time. I believe it similar to the reason we shouldn't be expected to disclose current pay. Just because another company undervalues you and doesn't pay you enough, shouldn't set the tone for the next job. So I say title should be the same. When you are interviewing what matters is what you actually did and the experience you have, not whether your current company recognized that or not. Heck if they did, you might not be leaving.
And I've never had anyone come back and say "you said your title was X and they said your title was Y." In fact, a few companies before I realized this would say on my interview "so basically you did X" and that was what helped me realize I was selling myself short
CassandraApril 23,2022 at 5:49PM UTC
You are so right!
Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistApril 23,2022 at 6:56PM UTC
YOU SAID:
"I believe it similar to the reason we shouldn't be expected to disclose current pay"
Depending on where you live, it could be illegal for you to be asked about your salary history. You can check out the list of States and municipalities where laws have been passed - list updated as of February, 2022:
https://www.hrdive.com/news/salary-history-ban-states-list/516662/
Debra SesholtzApril 24,2022 at 11:58PM UTC
Why wouldn’t you list your certification on your LinkedIn profile? If you are concerned about making it your current title, list is as a bullet point under your current role as part of your role and responsibilities.
AnonymousApril 25,2022 at 7:06PM UTC
My certification is on my profile. This was specific to relevant work experience and not having the SA title listed in that section. I like the idea about listing is as a bullet under the my current role though.
AnonymousApril 27,2022 at 1:25PM UTC
I would say if your actual title isn't Salesforce Admin I wouldn't list it but in the description I would definitely add some of the tasks/skills/achievements you have been doing related to your salesforce work. Same thing with your resume make sure there are bullet points highlighting that you do this.