LinkedIn is now the trusted go-to site of professionals looking for work and employers looking to hire new people. It is the only business-oriented social networking site where professionals and experts can connect with people who share the same interests and who belong to the same industry as theirs.
Launched in 2003, the site has achieved a milestone with 300 million registered users to date spanning more than 200 countries. It is also translated in 20 languages.
On LinkedIn, any member has the opportunity to post a comprehensive resume or professional profile. It covers one’s education, current work title, previous job experiences, awards received, skills and abilities, interests and other personal information.
Creating a complete LinkedIn profile is encouraged as it enables one to showcase his or her credentials including his field of expertise as well as attract potential employers and business partners.
Company pages are also a great feature of LinkedIn. They work in a similar fashion as to that of Facebook and Google+ pages.
LinkedIn pages are meant to help businesses of all sizes raise awareness on their brand and products, promote employment opportunities and reach out to their target audience. As of June 2013, the site had 3 million business pages showcasing 1.2 million products and services.
Just recently, LinkedIn launched its new publishing platform. This new feature allows members to post articles on the site and share them with their connections. It is another effective way for users to promote their brand and expertise.
Members can also join specific groups on the site. This feature is a great way for users to share useful information with like-minded people and learn from them as well.
LinkedIn continues to grow and new features are being added to the platform every now and then.
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