How To Create a LinkedIn Profile For Freshers / Students | (No Experience)

Summary

This tutorial guides both freshers and individuals with no prior experience in enhancing their LinkedIn profiles to attract recruiters and hiring managers. It covers key aspects such as customizing your profile URL, creating a professional profile picture, designing an eye-catching LinkedIn banner, performing keyword research, writing a compelling headline and summary, and optimizing the skills section. The video also highlights strategies for gathering endorsements, recommendations, and increasing visibility through posts and activity, making it a comprehensive resource for building a strong LinkedIn presence and boosting job prospects.

Takeaways

• 😀 Disable key profile updates to avoid spamming your network with changes.
• 😀 Customize your LinkedIn URL to make it easy to share and more professional.
• 😀 A professional LinkedIn profile picture can increase your views by 14 times.
• 😀 Use tools like Canva and background remover websites to create a polished profile photo.
• 😀 Design a LinkedIn banner with clear messaging and professional visuals to stand out.
• 😀 Perform keyword research using WordCloud to optimize your profile for recruiter searches.
• 😀 Craft a headline that reflects your expertise and includes relevant keywords, without focusing on 'seeking a job'.
• 😀 In the education section, only include the school and degree without dates to avoid potential confusion.
• 😀 Write a concise and impactful summary incorporating keywords and reflecting your skills and experience.
• 😀 Gather skill endorsements and, if possible, earn badges such as 'Top Voice' to enhance your credibility.
• 😀 Regularly engage with LinkedIn’s activity feed and express interest in your desired companies to increase visibility and opportunities.

Q & A

Why is it important to include a LinkedIn profile link on your resume?

Including a LinkedIn profile link on your resume can increase your chances of landing a job interview by 71%, as it provides recruiters and hiring managers with a direct link to your professional profile.

What should I do to avoid spamming my LinkedIn network with profile updates?

You should disable the 'Profile Update' notifications. Go to 'Settings and Privacy,' click on 'Visibility,' and turn off the option to notify your network about changes.

How can I create a custom LinkedIn profile URL?

To create a custom LinkedIn profile URL, go to 'Edit public profile & URL' and customize it with your first and last name or a combination (e.g., first initial + last name).

Why is having a professional LinkedIn profile picture important?

A professional LinkedIn profile picture can help you get 14 times more profile views. Make sure to choose a photo where you look directly at the camera with good lighting.

How do I create a professional LinkedIn profile picture using Canva?

Use a background remover tool to make your photo's background transparent, then upload the photo to Canva. You can edit it by adjusting brightness, temperature, and sharpness, and add a soft-colored background before saving and uploading it to LinkedIn.

What is the best way to design a LinkedIn banner?

A LinkedIn banner should have a simple background and a clear message. Use Canva to create a basic design with subtle color combinations, and consider adding a quote or personal message to express your passion.

How can I improve my LinkedIn profile to be found by recruiters?

Perform keyword research using tools like WordCloud to identify keywords related to your target job. Incorporate these keywords in your LinkedIn headline, summary, and skills sections to improve visibility in searches.

What should I include in my LinkedIn headline?

Your LinkedIn headline should focus on what you can offer to recruiters, rather than what you are seeking. Use keywords from your word cloud, and you can also add an emoji for extra emphasis.

How do I make my LinkedIn summary stand out?

A well-crafted LinkedIn summary should include important keywords and offer a clear message about who you are. You can use a template for guidance, and format key points with bold and cursive text for emphasis.

How can I receive endorsements for my skills on LinkedIn?

To receive endorsements, message people you know and ask them to endorse you for specific skills. Be sure to return the favor by endorsing them as well. LinkedIn endorsements and badges add credibility to your profile.