Time for some real talk: Your LinkedIn profile probably sucks.
I know mine sure did.
Heres how I tackled mine.
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
A half-hour is all you gotta make a huge difference.
Customize Your URL
Youve got a customized URL for your Facebook and Instagram pages so why not LinkedIn?
Heres atutorialthat shows you how.
Delete That Selfie
Hows your profile photo?
You have a generous 120 characters to sell yourself use them!
This is also a great spot to include some industry keywords.
Services: What can you offer the reader?
Make it known right from the start!
Personality: Show off your humor or silly side.
By reflecting your true self, youre more likely to attract employers who are a good fit.
Spruce Up Your Summary
Who are you and why do you rock?
If you need a little help, check out ourtips for writing a killer summary that will attract recruiters.
Ask for Recommendations
It might sound scary, but dont skip this step!
LinkedIn makes it really easy to write and request recommendations.
Theyll receive a request; once its submitted, all you have to do is click Add to profile.
At this point, your profile should be lookin pretty fly.
Then, who knows?
Opportunity could come knocking.
Susan Shain, contributor for The Penny Hoarder, is always seeking adventure on a budget.
Visit her blog at susanshain.com, or say hi on Twitter @susan_shain.
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