LinkedIn is a great way to gain exposure for your business or you as an employee. It offers a great way to stay current with news in your industry. "Similar to Facebook, LinkedIn will tell you all the major data you need to know about a company" (LinkedIn for Business). It provides an opportunity for users to display their knowledge and skills and prove credibility (LinkedIn for Business). With these positives, there are also some downfalls. One is this network contains a lot of spam. In the beginning it can take awhile to set up but once established, it's easy to keep current (LinkedIn for Business).
LinkedIn is one of those tools that when I spend an hour or two on at once and then don't check again for a couple weeks. I started out with a simple profile and throughout this past summer I have developed it and added my resume to it and continuously update it. It is beneficial because it allows one to apply for jobs quicker and allows one to demonstrate their tech-savvy talents to their employers. It is also handy because you can upload samples of your work and as a marketing focus, it is nice to show visuals. I'm still not sure what I am supposed to post or share, and what the point of that is but I do like to expand my connections and look for jobs online. My friend who is in graphic design loves it because she is able to display her work. I have sent multiple recommendations to coworkers and old bosses of mine, hoping they will take the time to write a brief response. It has taken some time but I have grown to like LinkedIn.
"LinkedIn for Business: Pros & Cons You Should Be Aware Of | Cision." Cision. N.p., 27 Sept. 2013. Web. 02 Dec. 2015.
I think LinkedIn is great tool for you because you've already achieved so much, and I'm sure you'll find plenty of prospects through LinkedIn, good luck! :)
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