In this 2-hour long project-based course, you will learn how to complete each section of an existing LinkedIn profile, choose, edit, and resize a photograph to meet LInkedIn ideal requirements, and create a testimonial request template to send to LinkedIn contacts. By the end of this project you will have created a LinkedIn profile optimized for searches and content.
5 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile
5 Ways to Build a Better LinkedIn Profile
Instructor: Dvija Maurer
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Intermediate level
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2 hours
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Hands-on learning
What you'll learn
Complete each section of an existing LinkedIn profile using LinkedIn best practices
Choose, edit, and resize a photograph to meet LinkedIn ideal sizing guidelines
Create a testimonial request template to send to LInkedIn contacts
Skills you'll practice
Details to know
Shareable certificate
Add to your LinkedIn profile
Taught in English
No downloads or installation required
Only available on desktop
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About this Guided Project
Learn step-by-step
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Review each section of an existing LinkedIn Profile
Complete each Section of an Existing LinkedIn Profile
Complete Profile Sections and Editing a photo to meet LinkedIn ideal Requirements
Identify individuals in your LinkedIn Network to Provide Endorsements and Recommendations
Create a Recommendation request template
Recommended experience
Some business experience and experience navigating LinkedIn
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How you'll learn
Skill-based, hands-on learning
Practice new skills by completing job-related tasks.
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Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.
No downloads or installation required
Access the tools and resources you need in a pre-configured cloud workspace.
Available only on desktop
This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.
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TA
4
Reviewed on May 12, 2023
The instructions were great, but I had a streaming problem with the videos
MS
4
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2021
Good as basic. I need more tips on how to improve my profile. But learned a lot from it though
AR
5
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2021
Great course. Learned some helpful tips to get my LinkedIn updated.
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