LinkedIn Profile Essentials LinkedIn Profiles are now an essential part of the job search. While creating a LinkedIn account is a straightforward process, crafting a stand-out profile takes time and attention to detail. This guide will equip you with the knowledge you need to make an excellent LinkedIn Profile. The ASC also recommends reviewing the Résumé Fundamentals page before working on your LinkedIn profile. Review the chart below to learn the fundamentals of the main features of your LinkedIn Profile.
Profile feature Photo
What to do Use a neutral background that is not distracting. Smile and look friendly. Dress professionally. Make sure your face takes up most of the frame.
Describe your key passions and
Headline
skills. Use broad terms that hiring
(text right below profile picture)
managers and recruiters search for. Describe qualities that are not necessarily in your job title: Leader, Collaborator, etc.
Example
My professional career has been devoted to facilitating change, inspiring professional and personal development in others, and getting Elaborate on what you wrote in your headline. Provide your viewer with context and information that is not covered in the
Summary
experience section. Use the following formula: 1-2 sentences about who you are as a professional. 2-4 sentences about your top skills, key passions, and major successes. 1-2 sentences about professional ambitions and long-term goals.
things done. Whether leading 3-star kitchen teams, organizing 1,500-member professional development groups, or working with individuals dedicated to making change in my coaching practice, I have contributed to improving people's performance and grown their capacity for accomplishing their goals. I spark change by assisting people in identifying the underlying issues that hold them back and inspire the commitment to do something about it. Possessing a blend of accountability and compassion allows people the room to navigate the challenging path of professional and personal change.
Use active verbs and
Experience
accomplishment statements. Add media where/if appropriate. Utilize white space; do not overwhelm your viewer with text.
Created and maintained daily blog and Twitter account to promote marketing services and increase visibility to potential clients; added over 500 new Twitter followers in 3 months Facilitated bi-weekly meetings with 4 counselors to strengthen teamwork and define learning objectives for students
List at least 5 skills, can add up
Skills
to 50. Focus on skills relevant to the job you want.
I have worked with Jon for two and half years
Endorsements & Recommendations
Reach out to colleagues,
and together we have delivered a working
faculty, supervisors to ask for
Demand and MRP Planning process. Jon is a
endorsements and
knowledgeable, driven, and enthusiastic Supply
recommendations.
Chain expert in search of excellence. Apart from being a good manager, I have also learned to know that Jon . . . See more
AND don't forget the ASC is here to help you! Schedule a tutoring session to review your Linkedin Profile with an expert. Need a profile picture? You can even schedule an appointment with the ASC to have a professional photo taken for your profile. Click here to set up your photo appointment today!