A complete LinkedIn profile (scoring 100%) is 40 times more likely to receive opportunities through LinkedIn. This is because a completed profile ranks higher in the internal algorithm, meaning you’re more likely to be discovered.

Here’s what you need on your profile to get there:

• Profile picture

• Location and industry

• Experience (a current position, with a brief description, plus two previous positions)

• Skills (at least three)

• Education

• At least 50 connections

LinkedIn is a key platform for finding job opportunities. Make sure yours is up to scratch before you start job hunting. Here is a list of things to check:

Linkedin profile criteria

• Your profile scores 100% on Linkedin
• You have a professional profile picture
• Your bio includes the role you’re looking for and your key skills
• Emphasise 3-5 key skills you want to be found for across your profile (Bio, Summary, Activity etc.)
• You have an engaging summary section
• Connect to the rest of your profile (GitHub, Email, etc.)
• Relevant experience (Including CYF)
• An accurate Education section (Including CYF)
• Share your projects and talk about them
• A banner that highlights your skills