LINKEDIN a powerful business Tool…New User Starter Guide
When I began using Linkedin I didn’t think it would impact my business, boy was I wrong!…Did you know there are now over 147 Million people using Linkedin for their business?
Linkedin…A powerful Business Tool…quick starter guide
When I began using Linkedin I didn’t think it would impact my business, boy was I wrong!…Did you know there are now over 147 Million people using Linkedin for their business?
If you don’t have LinkedIn get started with these three easy steps…
Own a profile that truly represents you…
- List your current and past positions & education along with your tenure there. This helps the right people and opportunities find you.
- Add a profile photo– people never forget a face!
- Add a summary paragraph. Think of it as your professional elevator pitch.
- Don’t forget to add key words in your profile for your particular type of business so that anyone searching for your products or services can find you on Google! (SEO)
- Also add your company web site so that others may view it and find out what kinds of services you provide…
Do your connections represent your “real-world” network?
- Under contacts, then connections, click on import contacts and notice the people you know who are already on LinkedIn. You can then select who you wish to invite to join your trusted network.
- Upload a contacts file from Outlook, Palm, ACT!, or Mac Address
- View a list of your friends and classmates that are already on LinkedIn.
Leverage the power of your LinkedIn network!
With a profile and connections that truly represents you and your “real-world” network, you’re all set to get the most out of LinkedIn.
- Post a question on Answers and tap into the experts you’re connected to and the entire LinkedIn network.
- Look up someone’s profile before you meet with them. Learn their background and see who you know in common to get off to a fast start.
- Search for Service Providers and select based on trusted recommendations from people in your network. Anonymous web searches to find providers are a thing of the past.