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Live "Rock Your Profile" courses offered by LinkedIn

LinkedIn is a social network specifically designed for career and business professionals to connect. The platform is ideal for building a professional networking base, or simply to keep your job prospects open. Follow the steps below to rock your LinkedIn profile!

Photo best practices: General best practices: you alone, from shoulders up, neutral background, professional clothing

Step 2: Record your name. pronounce your name for others and make a great first impression. Update on mobile, 10 seconds, limit background noise, Hold phone 4 inches from your mouth.

Step 3: Add your pronouns. Show up as your authentic self. optional to ass, you set visibility. 72% of hiring managers believe it's important and shows respect.

Step 5: Draft a compelling summary. Featured in your 'about' section your "elevator pitch", focus on career accomplishments and aspirations, where are your from? where are you now? where are you going?, keep it short - less than 100 words

Step 10: request a recommendation. Recommendations help you build your credibility and validate your skills

And don't forget about.... location, education, publications, and accomplishments

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