How to Create a LinkedIn Profile

Embracing the Digital Era: Unleash Your Online Presence for Career Success

by CV TandT
10/08/202320/03/2025

In this rapidly evolving technological landscape, there’s absolutely no excuse to shy away from utilising all the digital avenues at your disposal when you’re on the hunt for that perfect job.

Now, we’re not suggesting you go out there asking for gigs on Snapchat or Instagram – let’s keep it professional, folks. What you really need to do is set up a kickass LinkedIn profile that’s bound to catch the eyes of head hunters and potential employers.

7 Tips to Achieve Online Success

by CV TandT
14/02/202215/02/2022

If you missed our last article, Promote Yourself Online in 5 Easy Steps, don’t worry! We have prepared 7 new ways to achieve online success through the power of LinkedIn. It is important to keep your profile updated to grow your professional brand, develop your reputation and ultimately, be headhunted by a prospective employer.

1. Follow the LinkedIn Suggestions

When starting out, LinkedIn offers you some advice on strengthening your profile. This might include uploading a photo, making your profile public and customising your LinkedIn URL. You should also include a Headline that focuses your profile and shows employers what you are looking for.
Read More »7 Tips to Achieve Online Success

Step 1: Improve your Summary- Stand Out from the Crowd

by CV TandT
28/05/201920/03/2025

The first, and possibly, most important part of your LinkedIn profile is the summary. Similarly to your CV, this acts as a cover letter which showcases your skills and abilities. It is your opportunity to be personable and approachable – the language a little warmer than what’s present in the CV. Don’t be afraid to boast about your achievements, include contact information or promote yourself with punch language.

Step 2: Showcase Your Experience

by CV TandT
28/05/201920/03/2025

When employers search online, they want to know more about who you are and what you can bring to their company. It is the difference between them inviting you to connect to have a chat and overlooking your achievements for someone else.

Keep it Personable

The key difference between LinkedIn and your CV is the language used when describing your experiences. Read More »Step 2: Showcase Your Experience

Step 3: Don’t Forget the Rest!

by CV TandT
28/05/201920/03/2025

A LinkedIn profile is never complete until you’ve included additional information that will significantly increase your visibility online.

Update your Education & Certifications

This is your opportunity to include your 3rd level education. These would include Diplomas, Degrees, Master Degrees and PhDs. Note that if you have any qualifications i.e. Child Protection, First Aid etc. then you include these under the ‘Certifications’ section of the profile.Read More »Step 3: Don’t Forget the Rest!