Linked In

How To Make It Work For YouBy Francis Kosmach

& Lindsey Noth

What is Linkedin?

Reasons to Link in

How to link in◦ Company models and tips

Agenda

LinkedIn is an interconnected network of experienced professionals from around the world, representing 170 industries and 200 countries. You can find, be introduced to, and collaborate with qualified professionals that you need to work with to accomplish your goals.

What is Linked In?

Was officially launched in May 2003 Reached 10 million members in April 2005 LinkedIn has over 36 million members in

over 200 countries and territories around the world.

A new member joins LinkedIn approximately every second, and about half of its members are outside the U.S.

Executives from all Fortune 500 companies are LinkedIn members.

Facts about Linkedin

Manage the information that’s publicly available about you as professional

Find and be introduced to potential clients, service providers, and subject experts who come recommended

Create and collaborate on projects, gather data, share files and solve problems

Be found for business opportunities and find potential partners

Why link in?

Gain new insights from discussions with likeminded professionals in private group settings

Discover inside connections that can help you land jobs and close deals

Post and distribute job listings to find the best talent for your company

Why link in? (cont’d)

The Company Profile◦ A great way to tell the world about your company◦ A strong recruiting tool

Features of the company profile include:◦ Company information◦ Linkedin employees

Employee data◦ Related companies◦ Key statistics◦ Job postings

How to Link In

Profile Model

Profile Model

Job Listings

Company Profile

Job Listing

Create a personal profile Create a company profile See your network grow!

Your Task

Thank YouFrank Kosmach & Lindsey Noth