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5 Steps to a Fantastic LinkedIn Profile

August 10th, 2009 by Blair

pollak_largeLindsey Pollak is the author of Getting from College to Career: 90 Things to Do Before You Join the Real World, a popular career advice guide for college students and recent graduates.  On her blog,  she shares tips on LinkedIn for all job seekers.

“As the largest and most vibrant professional social network, LinkedIn provides a wealth of opportunities for job seekers and ambitious young professionals. But LinkedIn doesn’t work unless you work it. How can you make the most of LinkedIn? Here are some tips for creating a profile that will impress employers, colleagues, headhunters, professional association members and more:”

1. Include keywords in your summary statement.

2. Write for the screen.

3. List all experience.

4. Collect diverse recommendations.

5. Share your news frequently.

For descriptions on how to implement these tips and more information visit www.lindseypollak.com. And check out Lindsey in action below:

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