If you or your team are looking for a LinkedIn expert or tips to help you elevate your online presence and unlock the full potential of the platform, then this post is the perfect one to learn from. You can embrace some valuable insights on transforming your LinkedIn profiles from basic to professional. Here are a few takeaways to learn from.

Your profile photo

Your picture should look smart and professional. It should shape the way potential clients and employers look up to you. Your profile picture shapes people’s perception of you and so you must always make it count.

Your virtual audition

It is important to put your best self forward, as your LinkedIn is your audition into the marketplace. There is the need to always showcase your best self as it attracts the best opportunities to you. Most ofthe work I have done and the companies I have been been involved with came as a result of using LinkedIn in the right way, thus to showcase what I do.

Professional development

Sharing your skills and accomplishments on LinkedIn is crucial for professional development, do not feel shameful for doing so. Promoting oneself is an integral part of professional growth and development as much as it is a marketing strategy for self improvement.

Trainings and certifications

There are numerous opportunities for trainings both in person and virtual if you will take the advantage. Take advantage of LinkedIn’s training and certification offerings to enhance your profile and skills.

Storytelling

You can be your own content developer while using LinkedIn. Use storytelling techniques when creating content about your work. In short, show working. Use your stories and content to draw attention and engagement on your page.

Use these few tips to elevate your LinkedIn profile while increasing your professional advantage over your peers and colleagues. I hope you find the tips useful and necessary. Share your tips with me on how you use LinkedIn to elevate your brand.