General (Why & Overview)
True or False: Your profile picture can be a casual photo. If false explain why and give the correct answer.
False, because it is a professional networking platform so your picture needs to resemble you in a proper business attire AKA professional headshot with a neutral background
What is in your summary/about?
-Snapshot of your background, skills, and goals (summarizes an about you basically with your professional/career experiences)
What are the best ways to be active on LinkedIn?
-Liking, Commenting, Reposting, Posting (optional), LinkedIn Groups
What should your bullets and/or descriptions in every section have?
KEYWORDS
Where is RCC located?
Cemo Hall, 2nd Floor
How should your URL look?
Should be easily readable and no numbers at the end
What is in your Headline?
Describes your current position and/or who you wish to become (ex. MIS and Acct Student at Bauer)
Why should you be active on LinkedIn?
It increase engagement to your profile and allows you to gain more connections
-Headline, Keywords, Summary, "Open to work" status, mutual connections
When are drop in hours for RCC?
Wed & Thurs 11 am- 12 pm
True or False: You can copy bullets from your resume on the Experience section of Linkedin
True
What should be in the experience section?
Any career programs/work experience, organizations, volunteering, etc. and using your RESUME bullets!
True or False: You don't have to send a note to connect with someone on LinkedIn
False, while this is optional it is always best to send a note so that way you open communication to the person you are trying to connect with
What should you do when searching for jobs on Linkedin?
-Job alerts on, Open to Work Status, cold network, read the description and see if your skills would be a good match!
Name one of Grace's favorite TV Shows
Possible correct choices: Avatar the Last Airbender, Phineas and Ferb, My Hero Academia
List the main sections of your LinkedIn
-Photo
-Headline
-Summary/About
-Experience
-Education
-Skills
-Bauer and/or community college
-High School
3 Things to Keep In Mind if you post on LinkedIn
1. Keep it professional
2. Keep it positive
3. Use appropriate hashtags and mentions
How can you build more certifications?
LinkedIn Learning and to learn not for certifications you can also attend Live Webinars
How do you make an appointment to see an RCC career counselor?
Bauer Career Gateway
What are the three reasons to have LinkedIn?
-Hidden Job Market
-Networking
-Employee Referrals
How many characters should be your Headline?
120
How do you maintain your presence and profile?
Keep being active and making sure that your profile is always up to date even if you are not actively job searching.
What are some ways to make your profile stand out?
Making your profile visually appealing- photos/various media, projects, etc., compelling headline, unique summary, optimizing skills/using keywords, sharing insightful articles/research, and more! Explore it to its full use there is a lot to learn! :)
What is the fun fact Grace mentioned about herself?