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Creating a compelling LinkedIn profile

Creating a compelling LinkedIn profile

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Creating a compelling LinkedIn profile

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- Building business relationships is one of the most important aspects of being a freelancer. So the more people you can meet and add to your network, the better. LinkedIn allows you to build and engage with your professional network, it helps you stay up to date with the people in your network, share your own work, and see other's work. And it's a great place for meeting new people too. So you want to put your best foot forward on LinkedIn and make sure you've created a compelling profile that represents you well. That all starts with your photo. The first impression people will have on your profile is your photo so you want to have a good high resolution headshot. I recommend a photo with a smile. Next, people will see your headline. Your headline is where someone will get the first taste of what you do. You have three options here: an elevator pitch is a clear signal of what you do, who you'll help, and that you're actively open for new clients. Mine could read, I help freelancers…

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