Prepare for the Fair: Building a Strong LinkedIn Profile and Cultivating Your Online Network
January 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
| Location: | Virtual, see mySuccess for location details. |
Who this is for: Carleton University students and alumni
What you will get out of it: Learn how to prepare your LinkedIn profile and online networking strategies before attending the Winter Career & Networking Fair
LinkedIn is a powerful tool you can use to identify and amplify your brand, make connections in your field, search for jobs, and more! Join Career Services at this virtual workshop where you will discover how to make a stand-out professional profile and cultivate your online network, which will be especially useful in preparation for the Winter Career and Networking Fair on February 5. This session is for Carleton University students and alumni.
During this workshop, you will learn about:
- Selecting a profile photo and banner picture
- Writing a catchy headline and “About” summary
- Content suggestions for other key LinkedIn profile sections
- Basics for how to use LinkedIn when networking and conducting a customized job search
- Differences between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree connections
- Suggestions for good LinkedIn connections, the best way to send a connection request (especially after attending a networking event), and how to maintain the connection
- Suggestions for what to follow or post about on LinkedIn while factoring in the LinkedIn algorithm
If you require accommodations for a disability in order to attend this virtual event, please contact Career Services at career@carleton.ca.
Please note: If you are a Sprott student, please contact the Business Career Management Centre (BCMC) for support with networking with employers.
For full details and to register, please visit the mySuccess Co-op and Career Workshops and Events calendar.