2.1 Linked In Essentials
Key Lessons
LinkedIn Resources
This section will teach you strategies to maximize your usage of LinkedIn and navigate LinkedIn succesfully.
How to Master LinkedIn as a College Student
Key Points to Learn
How to Customize the "About Section": Utilize the space to speak on your accomplishments and specialties. Make yourself memorable.
Connect with others: connect with other people in your network, such as alumni from your college/university.
LinkedIn for College Students | Branding, Networking & Finding Your First JOB!
Key Points to Learn
Try to get at least 50+ connections: Add your classmates, previous professors, employers, and administrators.
Personalize your connection invitations: Write a personalized message to connections you do not know personally. This will be a great introduction and beginning to a professional relationship.
Additional Resources
EB211 Modules
Learn how to use LinkedIn to Network (2.1 Linked-In Essentials)
For More Information on Creating and Maintaining Your Network (3.1 Creating & Maintaining Professional Relationships)