This particular blog caught my attention because it relates directly to a lecture we had with Julio with how to make a better LinkedIn profile. This blog written by Adam Toren talks about 5 affordable ways to make an online profile stand out. He provides these top 5 ways.

1. To build a consistent online brand for yourself. This is done by keeping a profile in one page

2. To have a professional headshot. This is done by having a professional profile picture that captures the best of you instead of having a random picture off Facebook, or taking a selfie.

3. To create an excellent biography of yourself. Even if you aren’t a writer, there’s nothing stopping you from contacting a professional writer to help you position and brand your bio for your profiles.

4. To create graphics to keep your profile stand out above the rest. The same way different resume formats look better, the same can be said about profiles. Although some social media sites aren’t customizable. For the ones that are, you create custom graphics that fit your brand. Even if you can’t do it yourself, you can contact a graphic designer who can.

5. To keep having consistent updates. Even Julio in class was talking about this. Keeping a post or updating your page regularly shows the viewer that you regularly contribute. It also shows people that your online profile is up to date and relevant and you’re finding opportunities to engage with people.

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