11 Characteristics of a Top-Notch LinkedIn Profile
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11 Characteristics of a Top-Notch LinkedIn Profile
Its ALL Business!
The #1 advantage of LinkedIn
The business value of using LinkedInBuild personal and business brand
Increase visibility of products and services
Establish authority and thought leadership
Build connections with prospective clients
Develop new strategic partnerships
Participate in targeted and relevant business groups
1. Add a professional photo
2. Create a compelling headline (120 characters) that speaks to your target audience
(Another compelling headline)
3. Customize your LinkedIn URL & websites
4. Add an interesting and relevant profile summary
Showcase your top skills Speak to your target audience Use concise paragraphs Let it be your 30-second elevator speech
(Another profile summary)
5. Integrate profile enhancing apps
(Another profile app)
6. Add relevant work experience
7. Add relevant and targeted skills
(Additional relevant skills)
Be sure to reciprocate and endorse others!
8. Assess other secondary categories to include
Awards and Certifications
Courses
Special Interests
Organizations
Linkedin Groups Projects Publications
(Secondary categories projects)
(Secondary categories publications)
(Secondary categories certifications)
10. Request and provide recommendations
11. Join and be active in relevant groups
Find groups with your ideal clients or potential joint venture partners. Provide helpful, relevant information.
PREVIEWCompany Pages
Why a LinkedIn company page?
Promote your business brand
Google and LinkedIn search-friendly
Attract new customers / JV partners
Ability to promote products and services
Build up company recommendations
Ability to share videos, blog posts, SM content
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