How can I use social media such as LinkedIn to successfully making connections?
I'm currently building a profile on LinkedIn. #career-path #linkedin #connections
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Kelly’s Answer
Could you specify the particular field or college major you're interested in? This information will enable us to steer you towards a more precise direction. Regardless of your current position - be it a student, a working professional, or otherwise - LinkedIn provides a plethora of opportunities. The premium version offers additional features like detailed analytics and personal messaging, but even the basic version is a good starting point.
To make your presence felt, actively engage with pertinent content. Like, comment on, and share posts that resonate with your interests. This will not only make you visible to your network but also demonstrate your active involvement and interest in your field. Share industry-related articles, updates, or insights to establish yourself as a knowledgeable resource and attract connections who value your viewpoint.
Participate in LinkedIn groups that align with your interests or professional field. Engage in conversations, pose questions, and offer insightful contributions. This strategy will help you connect with professionals who share your interests.
Lastly, take advantage of LinkedIn's advanced search filters to pinpoint specific professionals or companies. This tool can help you discover potential connections more efficiently.
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Nathan’s Answer
I would recommend using LinkedIn as just one tool in your networking portfolio, but to start with, think about your objective with LinkedIn. Are you looking to find a job? Gain more connections to help you in future work or work search? From there, you can do as another person answered above; search out specific industries or companies you are interested in and follow them. Try connecting with recruiters if you want to find about how to get hired by those companies. Make sure you use easily searchable keywords in your headline if you are looking to get noticed by recruiters. Participate in discussions, like and comment on people's articles and updates, and participate in groups. All of these things will get you noticed more on LinkedIn.
Also remember to use it when networking in person. LinkedIn can be used as a database of your connections. When you meet someone in person and ask for their business card, email them as a follow up and also add them on LinkedIn if they have it. The site can be an easy way to update your connections when you find a new job, relocate, get a promotion, or anything else.
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Shehram’s Answer
Thats a great initiative on your part. I will recommend searching for companies in industries you are interested in. Then, you can get started with adding recruiters who work directly with the company and not a third party recruitment agency. You can also add people in your area if you are not looking to relocate. The quickest way to build your contacts is by signing up with your current email, be it work or school email and it will show you recommendations based on those contacts etc.
If you want you can submit a request to me on linkedin to get started.
All the best.
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