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What is it?
• 347 million members in over 200 countries
• Over 92% of employers today use LinkedIn for recruitment.
LinkedIn, helps it’s members be more productive and successful, by offering tools to network, build professional identity, and learn.
Identity Helping members tell their professional stories so they can attract opportunities
NetworkHelping members build and nurture their networks so they can unlock future opportunities
LearnThe news professionals need to learn and grow professionally.
Headline
• One of the most overlooked LinkedIn profile sections
• Showcase your specialty
• Sell yourself as a Professional instead of a Student
• Be specific
• Incorporate industry specific key words
• Be Creative
Summary
• Tell an engaging story
• List achievements, not tasks
• Use industry specific words
• Use this space to grab the attention of the recruiter
CoursesLinked also allows you to submit summaries of relevant courses taken, this section gives your viewers a snapshot of your curriculum
Skills and Expertise
• Accumulating a high number of endorsements for a skill adds credibility to your profile
• Endorsing others is a great way to recognize your colleagues for the skills you’ve seen them demonstrate.
Profile Viewership
Getting more profile views can help you get found for the right opportunity.
LinkedIn also track who’s searching for you, as well as how they’re doing so
Profile Strength
• Increases as content is added unto your profile
• Increases the traffic of viewers to your profile
• Distinguishes your achievements compared to your peers
Making Connections• Instructors
• Prospective Employers
• Friends
• Alumni
• Professionals
• Professional Associations/Groups
More connections = better search results
Intro Message Content
Follow up Connection
• Mention where you met
• Why you are following up
• Thank them
New Connection
• Do NOT use Generic Message
• Start with Education and Experience
• State reason for connecting
• Keep concise
• Thank them
Follow related groups and companies in profession/industry
• Alumni Groups
• Professional Organizations
• Career Center Group
• Companies to target
Job Search by Keyword, Location, Etc.
Make sure you…• Create a professional profile that reflects your
career goals
• Follow Career Center and ECU Alumni Association
• Follow professional organizations related to your career
• Begin to build connections
Why is it important?• Professional Connections
• Online Resume - Living
• Referrals and Endorsements – Quick Feedback
• Shows professional presence
Why is it important?
• Selling point to future employers
• Job Announcements
• Separates personal from professional social media profiles
Words of Advice• Networking is still the number
ONE job search strategy
• Penny vs. Quarter
• Be yourself
ECU Career Services
Walk-In Hours Monday – Thursday
11 am – 3 pm
To make an appointment call: 252-328-6050 visit: www.ecu.edu/career