Discusses the nuances between in person and online networking and tips for how to navigate social media to your advantage

Creator mode is an option that users can activate. It is designed for people who are very actively creating original content on LinkedIn. Learn the pros and cons of this optional setting.

Licenses and certifications add immediate credibility, so you want to learn how to display them best.

Your skills section needs to be more targeted and strategic! Select the best skills to attract prospects, partners, clients and candidates to your profile.

People often search for peoople by using the geography and industry search filters. Learn how to optimize the location and industry fields in your profile.

People will search for you by name on LinkedIn, so be sure to accurately display the common name that you use. There are also some key do's and don't about the name field that all LinkedIn users need to know. Consider leveraging two name...

Describes the term ""Seven Touches"" and why it is crucial to becoming a part of someone's network

LinkedIn offers us the chance to add a powerful image behind our personal photo. This profile feature is known as a background banner. This is a wonderful opportunity to create an impression andd tie relevant visuals to our brand....

Your headshot photo is an important element in that first impression, and displays in your Introduction card. Learn what makes a great photo and how to upload it.

Make a wonderful first impression! The LinkedIn Introduction card is located at the top of your profile, and serves as that spot to create that impression. Learn how to enhance and leverage your introduction card.

LinkedIn recommendations are powerful social proof. People increasingly rely on third party testimonials. Learn how to get and give recommendations to add to your profile.

More people will be looking at your LInkedIn profile, so you want to be sure that they can easiy reach you! Learn to optimize all the contact information fields.

Your LinkedIn profile can appear in Google and other searches. You have the power to decide exactly what will appear outside of LinkedIn. You can also customize your URL to be more findable and to appear more savvy as a user.

LinkedIn has some nooks and crannies. Learn the basics of how to edit your LinkedIn profile that you can apply to all the lessons.

You have the responsibility to manage your LinkedIn account. Learn about the user agreement, privacy and settings, character counts, and image specfications. Download the LinkedIn Account PDF document in this lesson to save valuable...

Your profile is all set but now is the time to do an appearance and quality check. Let's make sure you are creating the best impression possible. Learn how to easily share your profile in a direct message.

Featured content offers an amazing opportunity to be visual and highlight your best content! Learn how to select and add your content for prominent display on your profile.

Learners are earners. Continuous learning fuels success! Consider adding your courses to your LinkedIn profile. Learn about courses and test scores, and how to be selective and strategic in what you include in your profile.

Awards, Patents, and Projects are impressive! If you have an interesting award, project or patent now ( or patent pending), you will want to add them to your LinkedIn profile.

Now that your profile is looking its best, you are ready to get connected and referred!

Are you a writer? Or has someone quoted or mentioned you? Consider using the Publications section in LinkedIn. Learn how to add and display your publications in your profile.

Your work experience is often the most meaty part of your LinkedIn profile. There are many ways to display your work. Tune into this lesson to learn best practices about work experience related to the structure, search, portfolio career...

Be more visible and engaged by connecting Twitter to your LinkedIn account. Learn how to add your Twitter account to your LinkedIn profile.

You want to include ALL of your email addresses in your LinkedIn account to avoid the problem of mistakenly creating a duplicate account. Learn how to add, change, prioritize and display your email address for maximum effect.