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LinkedIn Successful Profiles By Jenny Kahn, PHR Senior Technical Recruiter [email_address] www.linkedin.com/in/jennykahn Copyright 2012
What will a successful profile  do for you?  ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
This is your Home Page. ,[object Object],[object Object],These are your basic functions.
If you are in job search mode make sure your public profile is visible.  Remember:  You can’t be hired if you can’t be found!
This is where you customize your URL to make it easier to copy and share. ,[object Object]
Profiles are displayed based on percentage complete.  In order to come up at the top of any list you must be at 100%. The system will tell you what your profile still needs in order to be complete.
Remember the brand you are trying to create while you build your profile. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
The Summary, the most important part of your profile. ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Be sure to put  BOTH  your full name and your contact at the very top. Recent changes in visibility of 3rd degree contacts makes providing this information essential!
Experience Section ,[object Object],This is where your recommendation can be found.
 
Applications ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
Applications really make your profile stand out and easier to find.
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How to use LinkedIn to  build and manage your network ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
 
You can use this section on the profile of your connections to keep notes and manage your network.
Under the Contacts tab: Add and delete your connections here. Manage your connections here.
Groups ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]
You can access “Groups” directly from the Home Page.
Posting thoughtful discussions or answering questions posted by others will help you be seen as subject matter expert.
A few housekeeping tips:
There maybe some Group logos you may not want to display. Remove them from view here. Turn off the delivery feed of all but your most important groups to minimize spam to your email.
Looking for a quick way to stay on top of the news in your field of interest? Sign up for Linkedin Today.
Find something interesting? The new “Share” feature allows for you to share to multiple groups or individuals at the same time
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Successful LinkedIn Profiles

  • 1. LinkedIn Successful Profiles By Jenny Kahn, PHR Senior Technical Recruiter [email_address] www.linkedin.com/in/jennykahn Copyright 2012
  • 2.
  • 3.
  • 4. If you are in job search mode make sure your public profile is visible. Remember: You can’t be hired if you can’t be found!
  • 5.
  • 6. Profiles are displayed based on percentage complete. In order to come up at the top of any list you must be at 100%. The system will tell you what your profile still needs in order to be complete.
  • 7.
  • 8.
  • 9.
  • 10.  
  • 11.
  • 12. Applications really make your profile stand out and easier to find.
  • 14.
  • 15.  
  • 16. You can use this section on the profile of your connections to keep notes and manage your network.
  • 17. Under the Contacts tab: Add and delete your connections here. Manage your connections here.
  • 18.
  • 19. You can access “Groups” directly from the Home Page.
  • 20. Posting thoughtful discussions or answering questions posted by others will help you be seen as subject matter expert.
  • 22. There maybe some Group logos you may not want to display. Remove them from view here. Turn off the delivery feed of all but your most important groups to minimize spam to your email.
  • 23. Looking for a quick way to stay on top of the news in your field of interest? Sign up for Linkedin Today.
  • 24. Find something interesting? The new “Share” feature allows for you to share to multiple groups or individuals at the same time
  • 25.