Although your LinkedIn Profile includes your employment history, it is not a resume. Don’t be tempted to simply copy and paste content from your resume into your LinkedIn Profile. Think of it as a branding opportunity: the “About” section should be a compelling message about who you are:

• Highlight your credibility and expertise. Incorporate recommendations where appropriate.
• Convey authenticity – be concise and impactful, write as if you were speaking one-on-one with a customer.
• Don’t forget to include relevant projects. Provide links to any published works.
• Use keywords and descriptive phrases to reinforce your experience that reflects where you want to be a year from now.

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