LinkedIn

Advanced Strategies

Why LinkedIn?

1. It's networking on steroids   2.  Recruiters use it to look for candidates   3.  There are job listings   4.  The hidden job market 

Overwhelmed by LinkedIn?

LinkedIn Basics

1.Sign up    2. Build Your Profile   3.  Invite People to Join Your Network

Your Profile Needs to be 100% Complete

•  Fill out your profile in its entirety    •  Upload a professional picture •  Get three recommendations

 

3 Important Profile Tips:

1. Summary - strong marketing statement   2.  Highlight Specialties   3.  Add Sections: certifications & key skills

Set Yourself Apart

LinkedIn Tricked Out

•  Link to your website

•  Link to your Twitter  

Add Cool Apps

•  Box lets you upload your resume   

•  Power Point Presentations                                                                               

•  Creative Portfolio Display

Feeling confident?

Now the Work Begins

Join Groups Participate in discussions  Use advanced searches to find connections, companies and recruiters

There's no stopping you now!