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for years, linkedin was the ugly stepchild of facebook \u2026 a little more professional, a little harder to use, a little less fun. in the last several years, however, linkedin has earned widespread recognition for its ability to bring professionals, such as project planners or project management\u00a0experts, together in an environment unsullied by embarrassing photos or notes on what you ate for breakfast.<\/p>\n

because of this, it is now crucial that you develop a polished profile that clearly states what you do, who you do it for and how you can help others. this is not only one of the best ways to bring in business these days, it proves you\u2019re dedicated to your craft. when first using linkedin, though, it\u2019s easy to feel lost in the weeds. follow these 8 tips to create the project controls linkedin profile of your dreams.<\/p>\n

1. create a strong headline<\/h2>\n

your headline is the most important part of your profile. just because linkedin provides a handy default doesn\u2019t mean you have to use it, says forbes<\/a>. instead, make your headline stand out by using keywords, stating your value and adding your own unique twist. instead of \u201cproject planner at xyz construction,\u201d for instance, try \u201cexpert at achieving project objectives, improving processes and implementing change management. addicted to timeliness.\u201d<\/p>\n

2. choose an appropriate picture<\/h2>\n

this one is harder than it sounds. sure, you know to keep alcohol out of the shot and leave fido at home, but even doing that won\u2019t guarantee your photo is professional. the undercover recruiter<\/a> advises sticking to a digital file and never taking a photograph of a photograph \u2026 no matter how good it is. and although black and white may be tempting, use color: it\u2019s more representative of you.<\/p>\n

3. hone your summary<\/h2>\n

the summary is your one chance to grab an interested viewer by the horns and tell them your story. use the full amount of space to tell a story about your career: why you got started, what thrills you, how you can help people to tell their <\/em>stories or build their<\/em> dreams.<\/p>\n

4. get quality connections quickly<\/h2>\n

so you\u2019re a busy planner & scheduler and don\u2019t have a lot of time to devote to linkedin, but you know connections are important. what do you do? don\u2019t get spammy; instead, get smart. connect with people whose email addresses you have, who you know through work or your children\u2019s school, whom you might have networked with in the past. connect with anyone you can, as long as you actually know them, and always leave a personalized note. add yourself to linkedin groups<\/a> to get in touch with even more like-minded professionals \u2026 once you strike up a relationship, they can become part of your network<\/a> too.<\/p>\n

5. use multimedia wherever possible<\/h2>\n

linkedin now offers fantastic multimedia functionality<\/a>, so don\u2019t ignore it. use it to display past projects, share images of on-site progress and presentations you\u2019re proud of, and anything else that might add to your professional credibility in the world of project controls. you could even scan and post any relevant training certificates you’ve earned.<\/p>\n

6. give and ask for recommendations<\/h2>\n

recommendations are a great way to earn credibility. if you\u2019re a project controls expert, for instance, start by recommending others in that field for the types of skills you\u2019d like to be recommended for. as you build your network and add value to others\u2019 profiles, you can start to request recommendations too.<\/p>\n

7. remember seo<\/h2>\n

search engine optimization is crucial, even for your linkedin profile. if you want to attract attention, use relevant keywords throughout your profile such as \u201cproject controls\u201d or \u201cproject planning\u201d to tell people and search engines what you do.<\/p>\n

8. spread the word<\/h2>\n

don\u2019t let your shiny new profile languish in obscurity. instead, use it! link to it from your other social media profiles and put it on your business cards and brochures. direct prospects to it as a place where they can find out more about your work, and don\u2019t be shy about including it on your blog, in your email signature and at the end of presentations. building a quality linkedin profile and getting it out there takes some doing, but if you work at it, you\u2019ll make a mark sooner than you think.<\/p>\n

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