LinkedInLinkedIn is social media but for your career. It serves as a professional networking platform to connect withcolleagues, classmates, industry leaders, and potential employers. Here is why you should join and how toleverage it:Why Join?" Boost Your Job Search: Recruiters actively search LinkedIn for candidates. A well-crafted profle showcasesyour skills and experience, making you discoverable for job opportunities." Build Your Network: Connect with former colleagues, classmates, and professionals in your feld. Thisnetwork can provide valuable advice, mentorship, and even job leads." Stay Informed: Follow companies and industry leaders to stay updated on industry trends, news, and events.Getting Started:" Create a Profle: Complete your profle, including yourskills, experience, education, and accomplishments. Werecommend using the free account option on LinkedIn!" Optimize Your Profle: Use keywords relevant to your feldto improve searchability." Join Groups: Participate in discussions and share yourexpertise in groups related to your industry." Publish Content: Share articles, insights, or updates toestablish yourself as a thought leader." Access LinkedIn Learning: Connecting your CSUSBaccount with LinkedIn Learning will give you free access toan incredible resource library!Connecting Tips:" Personalize Invitations: Do not just send genericrequests. Briefy explain why you want to connectand how you know the person (if applicable)." Engage with Your Network: Like, comment, andshare posts from your connections to stay visible." Follow Companies: Follow companies you9reinterested in to stay updated on job postings andcompany culture." Learn from alumni: Go to the CSUSB page onLinkedIn, choose the
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