Okay so the first thing to focus on when creating to a LinkedIn profile (after searching for an amazing photo of yourself) is the “about” section. Here are some tips:
It can be read in 30 seconds or less (don’t bore them).
Pack it with industry-related keywords, core skills, talents and so on
Make it professional – no spelling and grammar mistakes
Tell about what make you unique: where is your career headed? How would others describe you? What are your personal values and traits?
Okay, on to the rest.
Upload your photo – always be dressed to impress
Customise your public profile URL. Your address should read www.linkedin.com/in/yourname
Fill up the additional sections. Put in your accomplishments, volunteer experience, skills, expertise etc
Expand on your work experience in the “Experience” section. Tell them the specifics of what you did, and the outcome you achieved.
Customise your “Skills & Endorsement” section. List your relevant skills and get people to endorse them.
Include recommendations. If you have any written recommendations from fellow students, co-workers, teachers, slap them on your profile – they’ll look great.
It’s time to get started!
Change your perspective and uncover a way forward for you!
Here are some things that can help you with that.
YouTube
Great
reads
How to Really Use LinkedIn by Verdonck, Clark & Storkey
This book helps align your personal, professional and corporate brands to stand out on LinkedIn.
LinkedIn Strategies by Clark Finnical
Clark answers 3 compelling questions; Why should I use LinkedIn? What should I include in my LinkedIn profile? How do I update and improve my LinkedIn profile?
101 Small Rules for a Big Job Search by Tony Beshara
This book provides the perfect roadmap to a successful job search.
Great
Films
The Intern
Ben, a 70-year old realises that he is not cut out for retirement. He then applies to become a senior intern at an online fashion site.
Dead Poets Society
Maverick teacher John Keating uses poetry to embolden his boarding school students to new heights of self-expression.
The Pursuit of Happyness
Chris keeps facing professional failures, leaving him financially broke with an unpaid internship.
Spotify
This playlist will help make you feel calm and focused, so you can smash out your amazing profile!
Podcasts
My Millennial Career
Join Emily Bowen and Shelley Johnson as they talk with you about your career. 2020 Finalist for Best Business Podcast.
All Star LinkedIn Profiles
This podcast is a perfect source for powerful LinkedIn tips & business strategies.
The 5 Minute LinkedIn Marketer
Ranked in Asia Pacific's Top 10 LinkedIn experts, Karen shares her LinkedIn marketing tips.
Places to find more resources
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