Now that you have a LinkedIn profile you’re probably wondering how to utilize it to its full potential. Don’t worry, our team has done the research for you! It can feel overwhelming to have to learn LinkedIn from start to finish. That’s why we compiled a list of tips from resources we found online.
You can find the full list of tips here.
- Choose the right profile picture for LinkedIn – Make sure it’s a photo that’s well-lit and looks professional.
- Add a background photo – People commonly use city landscapes or stock images that represent their personality and their field of work.
- Make your headline more than just a job title – Make a catchy and try to list your most impressive experiences in this headline.
- Turn your summary into your story – Recruiters want to learn more about you. They can already read your resume and your LinkedIn profile so try to tell them about what uniquely motivates you and what direction you’re heading.
- Grow your network – You could start by adding people you know from work or from school. You could also look through the lists of their connections and see if you know them as well.
- List your relevant skills – Read up on the skills employers want from young professionals in your field and add those skills to your portfolio.
- Spotlight the services you offer – Highlight the services you’ve offered in the past and the ones that you plan to offer in the future. Make sure to spin it so it’s relevant to your field.
- Take a skills assessment – There are different quizzes and assessments you can take on LinkedIn to quantify your skills. This is beneficial for recruiters because it makes it easier to compare potential candidates.
- Request recommendations – Ask previous employers or coworkers to write recommendations for your LinkedIn profile. This could be a little blurb about how they know you and your work ethic or they could verify the skill sets that you’ve listed.
- Showcase your passion for learning – Join groups, follow different pages and post updates about things you’re learning.
- Share media and interact – Make sure to be active on LinkedIn by sharing and interacting with other posts.
- Follow relevant influencers for your industry – Stay up-to-date with industry changes and network with like-minded individuals.