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Transcript of "Become a Social Media GURU In Your Job Search" Linked in presentation
By: Angelique D Simmons
Basic Steps on Creating an AWESOME LinkedIn
Profile
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• A new job opportunity……….
• A new connection………..
• An opportunity to connect……….
• It’s your choice!
Why Use LinkedIn
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• Profile Photo
• Headline / Keywords
• 100% Profile
• Public Profile URL
• Recommendations
• Profile Summary
• Experience
• Skills &
Endorsements
• Special Sections
• Spelling /
Formatting
Basic Steps for LinkedIn
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Profile Photo
• What NOT to do………….
• What TO do…………
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Headline & Keywords
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Using Keywords
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• Users with complete profiles are 40 times more likely to receive opportunities through LinkedIn.
• What makes your profile complete?
– Your industry and location
– An up-to-date current position (with a description)
– Two past positions
– Your education
– Your skills (minimum of 3)
– A profile photo
– At least 50 connections
100% Profile
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Public Profile URL
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• Why do you need one?– It enhances the
credibility of your page.
• Why is it important?– A statement on who
YOU are.– What do you do?– What do you have to
offer?– What makes you
unique?
Profile Summary
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Experience
This is NOT your resume
Use this as a chance to showcase your special accomplishments / projects
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Skills & Endorsements
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Special Sections
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Recommendations
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Success Stories!
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Success Stories continued..
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Spelling & Formatting
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• CHECK OUT MY PROFILE
Find me on LinkedInwww.linkedin.com/in/angeliquesimmons/
• Email me at: [email protected]
Connect with me!