The LinkedIn “About” section (previously called “Summary”) is one of the most underestimated areas of the LinkedIn profile. To start with, it’s not even one of the mandatory areas you must fill up to create a profile, so many of us probably do not even know it exists. Also, base...
One of the most important tools for a job seeker is their LinkedIn profile. But without a greatLinkedIn summary,a profile is bound to fall flat. A well-written, engaging LinkedIn summary tells peoplewho you areandwhere you plan on taking your career. If it’s compelling enough, it has th...
LinkedIn, the world's largest professional networking website, is a great place to start. Before reaching out to make connections, ensure you'll leave a good impression with an optimized LinkedIn summary. What is a LinkedIn summary? A LinkedIn summary, or the About section in your profile, ...
A LinkedIn headline is the section at the top of a LinkedIn user's profile where they describe what they do in 220 characters or less. This brief description appears next to the user's name in search results. It should entice readers to click the profile to learn more about the user's ...
We know you came here for tips on how to write a good LinkedIn post. And this isn’t Instagram. Words still rule the roost on LinkedIn. But images, video, and other visual content are worth including, at least every once in a while. For one thing, they liven up your profile page ...
One great thing about LinkedIn is that recruiters often search the site to find candidates that are a good fit for their open roles. If your job title doesn’t contain the keywords they’re searching for (but is in fact a big part of your job) your profile may not come up in the se...
Write a Comprehensive and Engaging Profile Prykhodov / Getty Images If you haven't yet built a profile,here's how to get started. Aim to create a LinkedIn profile that's complete, detailed, interesting, and readable. In fact, you shouldconsider your LinkedIn profile your online resume, wit...
Write a narrative-driven LinkedIn profile summary The LinkedIn summary, now titled “About,” is like a digitalelevator pitch. Profile viewers will see the first two to four sentences (around 300 characters) and can click to see your whole About section (up to 2,600 characters). HubSpot rec...
You don’t need a literary talent equalling Dickens or Austen to write a good CV from scratch. In fact, you only need a good set of instructions, some free time, and something to write with. And a few expert tips explaining how to write a CV without falling for common errors. That’...
How to Write a LinkedIn Headline A good LinkedIn headline follows four best practices: Tailor it to your audience, include your value proposition, use your prospect's language, and be accurate and honest. 1. Tailor it to your audience....