The purpose in this assignment was to conduct research into how to make the best possible LinkedIn profile, and compile a list of best practices. The research in this assignment was very helpful, as I included much of these practices into my own profile.
To: Members of ENGL 301 98A team (“The Fourth Years”)
From: William Jackson
Date: June 23, 2021
Subject: Summary of best practices for networking on LinkedIn
As stated by the guidelines for Lesson 2.2, I have conducted online research regarding what the best possible practices are for professional networking on LinkedIn. The following is a list of these practices:
- Have a recent, professional profile picture. First impressions last.
- Make your headline more than just a job title.
- Remember to list all your relevant skills.
- Create an engaging summary.
- List all your experience – and be specific.
- Customize your invitation requests.
- Follow companies and use job filters to find relevant opportunities.
- Connect with old contacts.
- Join LinkedIn groups.
- Be active on LinkedIn!
Thank you for your time in reading my findings; if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me as always.
Works Cited
Fleming, Jane. “20 Steps to a Better LinkedIn Profile in 2020.” LinkedIn, 20 Feb. 2020, business.linkedin.com/en-uk/marketing-solutions/blog/posts/content-marketing/2017/17-steps-to-a-better-LinkedIn-profile-in-2017.
Ma, Jacob. “Top 10 Tips to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile for Job Search in Canada.” Arrive, RBC Ventures Inc., 17 Dec. 2020,
www.arrivein.com/career-ca/top-10-tips-to-optimize-your-linkedin-profile-for-job-search-in-canada.
UBC Student Services. “How to Effectively Use LinkedIn.” UBC Student Services, UBC, 28 May 2021,
www.students.ubc.ca/career/career-resources/effectively-use-linkedin.