Linked In?

What is Linked In?...

 With over 400 million users, Linked In is the worlds largest professional network. The social networking site has been a hit from the start, it was officially launched in May 2003 and within its first month had a total of 4,500 members. Linked In is an extremely well recognised social media outlet worldwide, with offices in 30 cities around the world and more than 10,000 full time employees throughout.

 

Linked In allows users to:

1. Connect - Linked In allows its users to build up their professional profile, showcase their skills, qualifications and accomplishments. It provides an outlet where you can keep in touch with your colleagues and classmates while letting the world see your professional advancement throughout your profile.

2. Strenghten your career - The nature of LinkedIn is a social media website so ofcourse the main theme is communication. Being able to communicate with professionals all around the world provides users with the chance to discover professional opportunities, business deals and new ventures.

3. Learn & Share - LinkedIn also provides the latest news and insights into your industry of interest. This allows users to collect information in the field they are interested in and be up to date with any advancements in their sector. 

Linked In in media and public relations

The Exposure retained by using LinkedIn for your professional profile can be matched by no other platform available. The social media site allows every user the chance to establish their expertise, connect and share thoughts with world business leaders and current and potential clients/partners. 

LinkedIn in the world of media and public relations is a huge asset. Public relations professionals can use this to make many connections in the industry, which is the key component to a successful career in the industry. Building up your profile will give users the opportunity to get noticed for their accomplishments and use it to their professional advantage. 

 

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