Personal Branding
How can you attract people to grow your network on LinkedIn?
There are three main ways to attract people and grow your LinkedIn network. First is outreach, where you identify interesting people and send personalized messages explaining why you find them valuable and what you can offer them. Second is posting content on topics you're passionate about, which builds trust with your audience. Third is engagement, which involves interacting with other people's posts and comments, then following up with connection requests. For beginners, start with engagement, then progress to outreach, and finally develop a content posting strategy as your network grows.
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Guillaume Moubeche
02:07 - 04:23
How can freshers and students create a standout LinkedIn profile to get noticed by recruiters?
Creating a standout LinkedIn profile begins with disabling profile update notifications and customizing your URL with your name for better searchability. Craft a professional profile picture (which increases views by 14x) using a background remover and Canva, and design a compelling banner with your personal brand message. For your headline, include industry-specific keywords from job descriptions rather than stating "seeking new opportunities." Complete your Education section, write a keyword-rich About summary, and add at least five relevant skills. Request recommendations from colleagues and consider earning Top Voice badges in your field. Finally, enable the "Open to Work" feature and express interest in target companies.
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René Delescen
00:00 - 12:59
How can students use LinkedIn to build their professional brand and enhance career opportunities?
LinkedIn serves as a hub where students can build their professional brand by creating profiles that showcase academic achievements, course completions, and class projects. Students benefit from creating an online presence early, giving them a competitive advantage as employers increasingly search online for new talent. The platform enables students to supplement classroom learning with LinkedIn Learning, develop micro-skills, and grow their network by connecting with peers, professors, and thought leaders. As graduation approaches, alumni connections become valuable resources for internship and job opportunities. This comprehensive ecosystem of learning, networking, and portfolio building empowers students to prepare effectively for tomorrow's careers.
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LinkedIn Learning
00:52 - 03:11
How can I optimize my LinkedIn headline for maximum visibility to recruiters?
The headline is one of the first things people see when they come across your LinkedIn profile, making it crucial to optimize effectively. Create a single concise sentence that includes your job title and the value you bring to potential employers. Include specific details about your role, key skills, and area of expertise while avoiding generic buzzwords like 'motivated' or 'rock star.' Follow a template structure of 'Role, Skill, Interest and Value Proposition.' For students, this might look like 'Pursuing Computer Science at ABC | JavaScript, Node.js | Web Development.' For professionals, craft something like 'Data Scientist at ABC | Python, PyTorch | Helping hospitals reduce ML training costs.' This focused approach makes your headline both searchable and impactful to recruiters.
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Ashish Pratap Singh
02:26 - 04:34
What are the essential elements of an optimized LinkedIn profile?
An optimized LinkedIn profile requires several key elements, beginning with a professional photo that reflects your current appearance. Your headline should serve as a hook that speaks to your target job titles, while the About section needs to utilize all 2,600 available characters to effectively introduce yourself. Keyword optimization throughout the profile is crucial - from headline to recommendations - ensuring recruiters can find you using industry-relevant search terms. The experience section should go beyond a resume copy, highlighting career trajectory and achievements. Additionally, maintaining active engagement on LinkedIn through meaningful comments and thought leadership posts, along with building a robust professional network, significantly enhances your profile's effectiveness.
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Intel Alumni Network Videos
02:18 - 04:27
How can optimizing your LinkedIn profile help with job search success?
Optimizing your LinkedIn profile can significantly increase your visibility to recruiters and boost your interview opportunities. As Asees explains, his optimized profile helped him receive interview calls from top companies like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft. The key optimization areas include customizing your URL, choosing a professional profile picture, writing an engaging headline with your job title and value proposition, and creating a keyword-rich about section targeting relevant industry terms. Additionally, having strategic skills with endorsements and showcasing work samples in your featured section can make your profile stand out. Most of these optimizations can be implemented within a few hours while providing lasting benefits to your job search process.
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Ashish Pratap Singh
00:00 - 05:53