17 tips on becoming a linked in jedi master

17 Tips On Becoming a Jedi Master

Who is the world’s largest taxi company that owns no vehicles?

Who is the world’s most popular media owner, but creates no content?

Who is the world’s most valuable retailer, but has no inventory?

Who is the world’s largest accommodation provider, but owns no real estate?

Our world is changing fast, so should your LinkedIn pro!le

1. add a better photo

2. Add a background image that speaks to your "personality"

Free large image websites:

www.Unplash.com www.DeathToTheStockPhoto.com

3. add a better tag line

A great head shot & a clean looking suit

Instead of a boring title, Drac writes a customer focused title including relevant keywords

4. Fill out your entire pro!le, yes current and past work experience, projects, skills, education, interests, organizations, awards, volunteer experience, groups

Who is it?

Who is it?

Who is it?

Who is it?

Who is it?

Who is it?

5. Get feedback from someone you look up to on your pro!le.

Nothing says “I’m terrible at my job!” like a type-o in your bio.

One of the most common mistakes is not having someone proof read your pro!le

6. Join groups you're interested in.

7. Find people from past teams organizations or school.

Connect with them.

8. Like an article or an update someone has shared

9. Leave a thought provoking comment on someone's article they wrote or shared.

Apologize. Seeking the forgiveness of others is

an action that epitomizes vulnerability. It is the ultimate form of openness.

-Extreme Trust by Don Peppers & Martha Rogers

10. Share an article someone else has shared on your pro!le.

11. Endorse someone

12. Write a recommendation for someone on LinkedIn that you’ve worked with or someone that impressed you.

13. Update your status with a thought provoking idea or article.

http://!nance.alltop.com/

14. Write your own article and publish right on LinkedIn.

15. Start a weekly theme. Your man crush Monday or crazy office cat of the day Tuesday. Whatever it is have some fun with it!

16. Hold a Contest or give something away.

17. Share photos that show your company culture.

Questions?

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