Wichita State University Career Guide - Flipbook - Page 36
LinkedIn Checklist
PROFESSIONAL PHOTO
High-quality and appropriate photo of only you.
Photo is updated and current.
Professional dress.
Background of the photo is professional and not
distracting.
BANNER PHOTO
Photo is professional, relevant, and high-quality.
HEADLINE/LOCATION
Headline reflects all relevant information you
want a recruiter to discover about you.
Clear job title is present in the headline.
Location reflects where you are searching for
jobs.
ABOUT SECTION
Summary is well-written and showcases your
background, interests, values, and clearly stated
goals.
Summary highlights industry skills,
accomplishments, and relevant work.
SKILLS
Eight or more relevant skills are listed, including
where you built the skills.
Skills are endorsed by others.
EXPERIENCE
All work experiences are consistent with resume.
Accomplishments and outcomes are highlighted
in relevant resume bullet points.
All relevant experiences are included and
complete.
EDUCATION
Education is displayed to increase alumni
engagement.
Education information is updated and complete.
Education listed is consistent with resume.
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VOLUNTEER AND ORGANIZATIONS
Involvement is highlighted, including
responsibilities and titles held.
LINKEDIN LEARNING
Two or more LinkedIn Learning courses have been
completed and listed on your profile.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Three or more recommendations are listed on the
profile.
Recommendations are from a variety of people.
(ex. supervisors, professors, advisors, managers,
mentors, etc.)
OVERALL CONTENT AND IMPACT
Posts are professional and include appropriate
content and hashtags.
Profile has a shortened URL.
All profile sections are complete.
Resume is uploaded in .PDF or .DOCX format.
You are connected with industry professionals,
alumni, and more.
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