You've joined LinkedIn"¦ now what? Whether you've actively been using LinkedIn for a while or you've simply put up a profile and have done nothing with it, chances are you can easily do more. You want to recruiters to find you for your next gig? Do you want them to WANT to call you when then find you on LinkedIn? Learn how to use the proper vocabulary to BRAND YOURSELF! Are you using LinkedIn to promote your Professional Brand? What is google returning when recruiters and hiring managers search on your name? Don't keep missing some simple strategies to help you better utilize LinkedIn to create a really professional brand that people will remember. Marc Miller will provide you with 5 actionable tips along with an update on the new LinkedIn profile and managing endorsements.
Creating a Professional Brand That People will Remember Using LinkedIn PCA11
1. Creating A Professional Brand That
People Will Remember Using
Marc Miller - @CareerPivot
Marc@CareerPivot.com
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3. Who is Marc Miller
Northwestern University
IBM – 22 years
Agere Inc – High Tech Startup
Lucent
AISD – Taught HS Math @ Akins
HS
JCAA – Non-Profit Fund Raising
LifeSize – HD Video Startup
4. Who is Marc Miller
Northwestern University
IBM – 22 years
Agere Inc – High Tech Startup
Lucent
AISD – Taught HS Math @ Akins
HS
JCAA – Non-Profit Fund Raising
LifeSize – HD Video Startup
Started in 2011
22. Action Items
1. Develop a list of words and phrases that brand you
2. Have a picture taken of you that properly brands you
3. Write a LinkedIn Headline that properly brands you
4. Write your brand story
5. Check your public LinkedIn profile
23. New LinkedIn Profile
Eliminated Most Applications
Attachment of Rich Media to most sections
Recommendations shown with each position
Endorsements
28. Creating A Professional Brand That
People Will Remember Using
Marc Miller - @CareerPivot
Marc@CareerPivot.com
29. Action Items
1. Develop a list of words and phrases that brand you
2. Have a picture taken of you that properly brands you
3. Write a LinkedIn Headline that properly brands you
4. Write your brand story
5. Check your public LinkedIn profile