What is linkedin? Why should you link in? How to link in.

1. By Francis Kosmach
& Lindsey Noth

2. What is Linkedin?
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Reasons to Link in
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How to link in
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◦ Company models and tips

3. LinkedIn is an interconnected network

of experienced professionals from
around the world, representing 170
industries and 200 countries. You can
find, be introduced to, and collaborate
with qualified professionals that you
need to work with to accomplish your
goals.

4. Was officially launched in May 2003

Reached 10 million members in April 2005

LinkedIn has over 36 million members in over

200 countries and territories around the
world.
A new member joins LinkedIn approximately

every second, and about half of its members
are outside the U.S.
Executives from all Fortune 500 companies

are LinkedIn members.

5. Manage the information that’s publicly

available about you as professional
Find and be introduced to potential

clients, service providers, and subject experts
who come recommended
Create and collaborate on projects, gather

data, share files and solve problems
Be found for business opportunities and find

potential partners

6. Gain new insights from discussions with

likeminded professionals in private group
settings
Discover inside connections that can help you

land jobs and close deals
Post and distribute job listings to find the

best talent for your company

7. The Company Profile
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◦ A great way to tell the world about your company
◦ A strong recruiting tool
Features of the company profile include:
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◦ Company information
◦ Linkedin employees
 Employee data
◦ Related companies
◦ Key statistics
◦ Job postings

13. Go Link In!
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