SMB Stratford March 2013 - LinkedIn
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March 1, 2013 @RevelCaffe
LinkedIn: more than a resumé
your professional voice online
200,000,000 users +professionals are signing up at a rate of approximately two new members per second
finally...it’s all about yousharing what you do, what you’re good at & why someone should work with you
your profile
✤ professional(ish) headshot; no selfies, cut outs, partial body parts or alcohol
✤ take your time; commit to updating your profile at least twice a year
✤ sell yourself; if you can’t convince yourself about your skills, how can you convince others to work with you?
✤ experience, education
✤ recommendations & endorsements
✤ volunteering, organizations you support, projects, causes
✤ videos, blogs, honours, awards,
groups
✤ connect with others in your industry/field
✤ build a reputation for being a thought leader/resource
✤ engage in the conversations
company pagesshowcase services. recommendations. analytics.
recommendations2 days. 1 recommendation. impressions: from 26 to 454.
you get what you give
there’s lots more...but once again, smart small. do some planning.
Where to find us...
✤ @SMBStratford
✤ Facebook: Social Media Breakfast Stratford
✤ Revel Caffe, every FIRST FRIDAY of the month!