How much info do you put on your Linkedin?
How much "stuff" do you put on your LinkedIn page? I usually see two types of profiles. The first are the people that put their life story on there, which lists every detailed accomplishment, all the clubs/extracurriculars and jobs they've ever held and fill out every section of the profile ie. summary, skills, etc. The other is more minimalistic and only lists important internships they've held and their education. What's interesting is I've noticed the latter pages tend to be more impressive than the former.
So I'm just curious how much info you really need to put on your LinkedIn page, and whether it can hurt you if you put too much or too little info.
I've seen both from different people in IBD, the former comes off kinda awkward to me (especially the ones where they refer to themselves in 3rd person). On a quick side note, I don't have a linkedin page, is there anyone else out there in the same boat? (just wondering)
I just listmy education and work experience. no bullets or anything, just firm and position
I'm somewhere in-between. I've filled out my relevant employment and education pretty thoroughly, and have a handful of recommendations, but that's it. No interests/skills/social media/random apps.
People with summaries come off like they are trying way too hard and generally seem tool-ish IMHO
less is more...
education, work experience, internships, and short summaries of the firm. never bullets about the work I've done its not a damn resume
That said, I'm a one line describing the firm kinda guy.
Don't put your deal list on LinkedIn. If you want to mention a particular deal as an introduction/example of work you've done do it in your cover letter/intro email.
How Much Jobs Should You Show On LinkedIn? (Originally Posted: 08/14/2013)
How much jobs should be listed on your LinkedIn? Should everything from high school to present be listed?
If one had manager positions in high school should that still be shown on LinkedIn? Should you still write thorough descriptions for jobs from many years ago?
I'm trying to not let the "how much jobs should" fragment affect me, but it is. If you're in undergrad, I'd say it's fine. Try to have your resume parallel LinkedIn...just in case it's cross-checked.
This. Exactly how it should be
Everytime I update my resume, I update my linkedin verbatim.
"How much Jobs?" Dude, is that even English?
Regardless, I wouldn't overdo it. Maybe just put one or two Jobs on your resume and nothing too large. I personally use the following on mine:
IBNazi,
Wonderful username, I'm sure everyone is pleased with it on this forum.
Grow up and be respectful to history.
Linked In: What to Include / Exclude? (Originally Posted: 07/25/2010)
Hello everyone,
Recently I've been updating and expanding my Linked In page and expanding the groups that I belong to on the web service as well.
I'm curious as to where the line blurs between what you should and should not include on the profile. For example, I've been utilizing the Amazon.com "Reading List" Application. If I'm currently looking to build a career in the Fixed Income Financial Markets, should I only include Business / Financially oriented books that shows my focus to expanding my knowledge base?
If I include books that focus on psychology, philosophy, and political theory (Works by Carl Jung, Viktor Frankl, Paul Tillich, etc . . .) would this be taken as a "well-rounded" individual who is intellectually curious outside of the Financial Markets? Or as an individual that may not be solely "focused" on enhancing his knowledge in the Financial Markets? Also should you maintain an ambiguous attitude for including anything that should indicate religious or political beliefs? The same question applies for Linked-In groups you belong to as well.
I'm the type of individual that will read the memoirs of Barry Goldwater followed by the Communist Manifesto so these readings don't necessarily equate to my personal beliefs.
I could see both the pros / cons of publicly providing such information, especially group membership.
Curious to hear all of your thoughts.
Thank you,
I would put anything that is not political--Plato is fine. On another note, I don't think people look to closely at Linkedin accounts. It's more like, your name, your school, and what financial club/work experience you have.
yeah i would even leave off your internships and just include your financial club experience
that's really all that matters
You want to use LinkedIn to provide relevant information about your candidacy, not any information that someone might find somewhat interesting. In other words, the school you attended, degree you obtained, professional experience, club involvement (especially if you've help leadership positions) and even non-profit work.
You don't need to include books you've read, etc - don't treat LinkedIn like a Facebook account - you can discuss the books you've read and such during your interviews if the topics come up.
Linkedin - Personal info? (Originally Posted: 06/09/2010)
Quick question: how much personal information would you suggest putting on the linkedin profile? Meaning, should we fill out all the information? I'm curious because of privacy issues.
I put my school, current job and previous experience. This is pretty standard.
^^^agreed. It's not Face Book. Keep it simple and professional.
In terms of photo, would you put a professional one up (suited, etc...) or just a casual but professional one should do?
yah I've got a pic of me in a suit.... and i had to crop out the champagne glass I was holding... i don't think thatd be good for a linkedin pic
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