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These 5 top tips will help you setup your #LinkedIn profile, make connections, join and participate in groups.
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Top Tips for getting started with LinkedIn
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1 Complete your
profile
Add a summaryAdd a professional photoAdd your job experience (3 current and previous positions)Add testimonials for each positionAdd skills and expertiseAdd educationComplete your profile so it is 100% (follow the steps)
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2 Connections
Connect with current and previous colleaguesConnect with other people in your industryConnect with people you meet through networking
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3 Ask for
testimonials
Ask current and previous bosses and colleagues for testimonialsIf they ask what you want them to say tell them which areas to emphasize Display the testimonials on your profileBe generous and provide some for others too!
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4 Join some Groups
Take a look at groups other people belong to and join if appropriateJoin any based around your skills and expertiseJoin any based around your particular industry
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5 Participate in
Groups
Take a couple of the groups you have joined and comment on other people’s posts.Add your own posts and remember to respond to any answersPost interesting links to industry updates, news from your company or pose a question
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Want to know more?
If you would like to know more about setting up your profile (or would like it done for you) please contact us.We can also review your existing profile & recommend improvements
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