1. Picture Perfect: Having a professional headshot as your profile image is the way to go here. You don't want any party pictures from that one college party as your picture. Anyone who views your profile won't think very highly of you.
2. Be Descriptive: When describing the positions or previously held positions you had, describe them fully. People want to know the details of what you did. If you don't write them here, then you can definitely prepare for them asking when you interview!
3. Be Proactive: Don't just sit around when it comes to LinkedIn, be active! Asking for recommendations from previous employers, managers or teachers is highly recommended. This makes your profile way more attractive!
4. Be Linkable: Make sure to include a link to your website or your company's website so you can show off where you come from and present yourself and your skills in the best light possible.
5. Be Specific: Whether you are looking for a career in sales or medical research, write specific skills you have that would fit those types of jobs. That way, others who view your profile can see how well you would fit the job.
What do you think about these tips? Do you have any of your own? Let me know what you think about LinkedIn and what you want to get out of it!
Thanks for the tips. LinkedIn is a great way to network with employers and to learn more about a company.
ReplyDeleteGreat tips, Ellen! I also think it is important to endorse peoples' skills. This is a great way to get endorsements from other people!
ReplyDeleteI liked reading this blog because it confirmed all the things that I have been working on and trying to perfect with my own Linkedin account. It's definitely good to be specific on Linkedin because you cant as much on actual resumes because it takes up a lot of space. I also just recently made a personalized url for my Linkedin which has made it so much easier to share. Good job on this blog, great tips!
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