To: Team 4 Term writing team, Students of ENGL 301
From: Priyanka Patel, Student of ENGL 301
Date: October 21, 2019
Subject: Best Practices for Professional Networking on LinkedIn
Hello team,
Please see a list of best practices for professional networking on LinkedIn as per the request for assignment 2:2.
- Keep your profile updated – posting a profile picture and skills has a higher chance or making a professional connection; photo, name and headline is the first thing seen when people search
- Highlight most recent experience – this allows your connections to see your expertise
- Make important business or professional connections – Network with other professionals from the same career or other that interests you
- Join/follow a professional group – This helps connect with other people who are from same professions
- Reach out to those who view your profile – LinkedIn tell you who is viewing your profile, so you can reach out to them if you are interested.
- Catch up with news from your connections – new posts, tips and updates helps you stay current in professional market
- Connect to alumni associated with your college or university – connecting to alumni helps you network with those who went to same school as you and share your interests to help you land a job
- Use the Advanced search – Advanced search option allows you to connect to your favorite companies by getting creative
- Be Active – Weiner suggests being authentic and current. It is crucial to stay active and interact as a professional to get noticed and build recognition
LinkedIn is a great platform offering network to various professionals. I hope these tips will help strengthen your networking skills on LinkedIn.
References:
- Ng D. Zimmerman J. The Benefits of Using LinkedIn. Social Media Marketing All-in-one for Dummies. 3rd Available from: https://www.dummies.com/business/marketing/social-media-marketing/the-benefits-of-using-linkedin/
- Suder R. How to Use LinkdIn to Get a Job. Available from: https://www.topresume.com/career-advice/14-ways-to-leverage-your-linkedin-profile-during-your-job-search
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