Market yourself with Linkedin

Hi every one....
Today my blog post is about linkedin. Some time you are already join with linkedin or you don't know anything
about linkedin. So let's know some important things about linkedin. I thing it would be help to you to brand your self.
Linkedin is a social networking website for people in professional occupations. Founded in December 2002 and launched on May 5, 2003, it is mainly used for professional networking. As of January 2013, Linkedin reports more than 200 million acquired users in more than 200 countries and territories.(Source: Wikipedia)

Linkdin provides an excellent platforme for getting your name out to prospective partners, clients or employers. Unlike Facebook or MySpace that also have strong social and entertainment aspects, Linkdin is exclusively geared towered professionals. Nearly half of linkdin members are decision-makers for their companies, so you'll want to make your best impression.

How to really use Linkedin?

1. Set a goal.
2. Decide who are the people in the best position to help you reach that goal.
3. Use Linkdin to find them.

Components of a linkedin profile 
Linkedin profile has several main components

• Title: This part of your profile appears directly under your name.
• Summary: Your summery allows you to create a free form description of your experience, expertise and your objectives.
• Experience: Linkdin allows you to create a rather lengthy online resume with your currrent and previous work experience listed.
• Education: Since your linkdin profile is an online resume, this area is important if formal education is expected for what you do.
• Additional information: Just as it is with a paper resume, you'll want to consider adding information that can help make your profile stand out.

The value of Linkedin

• Establish your professional profile and control one of the top search result for your name.
• Build and maintain a broader network of professional you can trust.
• Find and reconnect with colleagues and classmates.
• You can learn about other companies.
• Leverage powerful tool to find and reach the people you need.
• Tap into the knowledge of your network.
• Discover new opportunities.

I thing now you have good idea about Linkedin. So try to join with Linkedin and market yourself world wide.

All the best...