I’ve been a member of LinkedIn since it was an invite only site. My buddy Hugh turned me on to the site and since then I’ve seen it grow into a multi-million member networking site.
Of late, I’ve noticed more and more people participating in LinkedIn Groups, sharing files, posting discussion questions, and more. Here are some of the great reasons to use LinkedIn
– reconnect with past employers
– post more info than can fit on a traditional resume about your career and experiences
– get references from employers, colleagues, professors, and more
– list books you are interested in and create discussions
– simulcast your blog or Twitter feed
– find, post, and search for jobs
– post skills so people can find you via search
– introduce yourself to professionals inside and outside of your network
– create groups and group discussions
– share news and create discussions
If you’d like more insight on how I used LinkedIn, feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn, Twitter, or Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/appleconsultant
