CLC Class - Grade 12

Leveraging Social Media - CLC Student Project Grade 12

Different platforms have different uses.  But, Linkedin is “THE” site for professional networking. Recruiters report that they actively use it to source candidates and this is part of what makes it an important platform for students to familiarize themselves with and use as a tool to help them meet goals.  People who use LinkedIn update it frequently and use it as a place to share employment history, education, skills, examples of projects completed, awards, commendations, etc.

Students will use the next couple of Connections classes to create a new or update their existing LinkedIn profile.   Once you have a great online professional profile you will find many ways to use it.  For example, a customized LinkedIn URL can be used for things like: post-secondary application, post-secondary networking, scholarships networking, applications, resumes job allocations. Students unions groups, student societies

1. Look at the resources provided below.  These will help you get started but there is so much more information available to you online about how to use LinkedIn to your advantage

2. Think critically about what you want others to know about you. Remember your online profile will be available for all to see.

3.  Presentation to fellow students in the Feb Connections class. Be prepared to share your LinkedIn profile with your fellow students and your Connections teacher. 

Resources:

·       “Creating Your Online Professional Profile” from Hamline University is a good summary to help get you started.  https://www.hamline.edu/uploadedFiles/Hamline_WWW/Offices_-_Student_Services/Career_Development_Center/Documents/Creating%20Your%20Professional%20Profile.pdf

·       How to Make a Great LinkedIn Profile. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27BTcka64wQ

·       How to Use LinkedIn For Beginners Profile Tips:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kwqqtpprrE

·       How to Make a Great LinkedIn Profile: Tips and Examples https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zd4ALKv8Das

·       Looking for more examples of great online professional profiles? https://komarketing.com/blog/10-examples-highly-impactful-linkedin-profiles/

·       Best Practices in Online Professional Profiles: https://business.linkedin.com/talent-solutions/blog/linkedin-best-practices/2016/7-linkedin-profile-summaries-that-we-love-and-how-to-boost-your-own

·       Alison Doyle https://www.thebalancecareers.com/alison-doyle-2058389\

·       The 9 Things Your Online Professional Profile Must Have: http://money.com/money/4365162/online-professional-profile-linkedin/

·       How to Create a Killer Online Professional Profile: https://www.wayup.com/guide/community/how-to-create-a-killer-online-professional-profile/

Criteria for Assessment of LinkedIn Profile:

·       Creativity

·       Conveyed a Professional Image

·       Well Rounded-showed a wide range of interests

·       Got a Good Feel for His or Her Personality

·       Great Communication Skills

·       Received Awards and Accolades

·       Other People Endorsed the Candidate

·       Posted Compelling Video or Other Content